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The ground behind you: what the walk into Orbenlle crosses, and where it could have been broken.
Tomorrow from Orbenlle
Nothing says you have to stop here, or there. These are simply the towns within a comfortable day's walk, so you can decide tonight.
| Town | km from here | Shared | Private | The walk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O Porriño | 8.4 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Orbenlle to O Porriño |
| Ameirolongo - Fonte do Chan | 10.2 | ✓ Yes | — No | The walk from Orbenlle to Ameirolongo - Fonte do Chan |
| Veigadaña | 11.8 | ✓ Yes | — No | The walk from Orbenlle to Veigadaña |
| Mos | 14.5 | ✓ Yes | — No | The walk from Orbenlle to Mos |
| Saxamonde | 20.4 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Orbenlle to Saxamonde |
| Redondela | 23.7 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Orbenlle to Redondela |
| Cesantes | 27.2 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Orbenlle to Cesantes |
| Arcade | 31.1 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Orbenlle to Arcade |
| Pontesampaio | 32.6 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
A confusing junction in an otherwise unremarkable village. At the end of town, the route splits:
Left takes you toward Centeáns and O Porriño along a longer but much more peaceful path through forest and along the river. This riverside route was created by the Galician pilgrim association as a tranquil alternative to the industrial zone.
Right takes you directly to O Porriño through almost 5 km of industrial zone.
Turn left. After the turn, there's another junction where you turn left again — ignore the yellow X marks trying to steer you back to the industrial route. The forest stretch ends at the highway, where you enter Centeáns.
Keep your eyes wide open when passing through Orbenlle. This town is nothing of note but is a very confusing place for pilgrims to find themselves.
The route splits here and depending on who you ask the answer of where to go will differ. The deciding point is at the end of town at a fork in the road. Don’t fret. There are only two ways to go:
LEFT, towards Centeáns and O Porriño along a longer but much more tranquil path. Distances indicated in this guide are for this route. It has been created by the pilgrim association in Galicia as a peaceful alternative to the out of control industrial zone into O Porriño and is often referred to as the riverside walk.
NOTE: After turning left to head into the forest and towards the river, there is another junction where you again have to turn left. There are arrows and the yellow "x" all over the place (designed to steer you back to the industrial zone) but have faith that you will get to the river soon.
The stretch through the forest ends at the highway, where you enter Centeáns.
RIGHT, directly to O Porriño but through an almost 5km stretch of an industrial zone.
The best advice is to turn left; bearing in mind that some arrows and even the locals will tell you to turn right.
20. June 2026 - 17:25
The alternative route by the river is now well marked with yellow arrows. Just turn left at the “confusing junction” at Orbenlle. I met Javier of the pilgrim’s association and he told me of how they worked hard for years to establish this alternative route to the unpleasant industrial way. I 100% recommended walking by the river.
2. October 2025 - 19:38
Loved to stay here and the host made the stay such a speciel experience
28. May 2025 - 10:44
Amazing place with great food, amazing host, hammocks and a pool to unwind, chickens and their free ranged eggs for breakfast. I don’t want to ruin the morning ritual for anyone, but that alone should make you wanna stay here🥰. Also silence + great beds + good vibes & views! One last thing >local wine!
4. September 2024 - 22:21
If you can arrange to stay here, then do so. Dries and Otto are exceptional hosts. The atmosphere, the food, the fellowship is what everyone should experience every day. Worth every penny.
29. June 2024 - 11:28
Unique small albergue by great owner Dries and his dog Otto. In stead of listing all great things here, let you surprise you!!
15. May 2024 - 16:40
What a wonderful place! It’s hard to describe Casa Alternativo. Comfortable, friendly, quirky, full of personality, delicious food, good bar, pool…
It was created by Dries a few years ago based on his own experiences as a pilgrim. He knows what we need!
27. April 2024 - 10:18
I stayed here 1 night I'm so glad I found this place. The ownerr put his heart and soul into what matter. Absolutely delicious dinner. and attention to detail with the breakfast by candlelight. Great 70s 80s music. Very sweet dog by the way. The bunks are custom- made. Easy to climb up if you have a top bunk and they do not creak or make noise... great bohemian type place but still clean atmosphere I would stay again. Reservation recommended as I saw some e walk up and it was full. 30 euros (currently) for bunk dinner and breakfast.
3. April 2024 - 22:18
Great place with hammocks and a pool. The owner cooks a really great meal. Otto the dog is so sweet. If a more bohemian vibe is more your style, this is your place.
6. November 2022 - 7:51
It might be wise to walk the industrial! The forrest can be impassable even with proper shoes
5. August 2020 - 13:00
There is a Cafe just on the road before it splits. Nice place to have a break. There is new stones with directions both ways: the left term is marked ‘C.Complementario’
2. September 2019 - 16:28
Since August 2019 there is a new albergue in orbenelle - 10 beds, great terrace with hammock, dinner and breakfast.
Donativo but app 20-25 euro expected depending on what you take.
All handmade, new and clean!
15. April 2019 - 16:14
Take the green route. Accidentally went red and the majority is along one industrial road. Green route comes out right by the state albergue.
11. April 2019 - 15:00
This alternative route is very well marked with obelisks.
Esta entidad ha sido beneficiaria de una ayuda del Programa de incentivos a la movilidad eficiente y sostenible (MOVES III), gestionado por la Xunta de Galicia a través del Instituto Enerxético de Galicia (INEGA) en el marco del Real Decreto 266/2021, y cofinanciada por la Unión Europea — NextGenerationEU, dentro del Plan de Recuperación, Transformación y Resiliencia.
