Portuguese Way by bike from Porto
The Portuguese Way from Porto to Santiago, now by bike, is one of the most popular routes to reach Santiago de Compostela. This journey gives you the opportunity to explore the charming city of Porto and visit two countries along the way.
What does this route consist of?
242 kms
6 nights
5 stages
€/pax.
Included Services
- Accommodation in hotels and rural houses
- Rooms with private bathroom
- Travel insurance
- Welcome Pack with Credential
- 24-hour assistance
- Complete route itinerary
- Vehicle available for emergencies
- Free cancellation up to 15 days in advance
Optional Services
- Breakfasts
- Dinners
- Luggage transport
- Bicycle rental
- Electric bike rental
- Airport transfer
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Stages of the Portuguese Way by bike from Porto
Day 1
Oporto
Night at Oporto
We recommend taking a walk along the riverside and trying the exquisite sweet wine offered by this charming city, at one of the numerous terraces you will find along the Douro River. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to a fado and visit a Port wine cellar.
Day 2
From Porto to Barcelos
Night at Barcelos
59 km
4 horas
The road between Porto and Barcelos offers historical monuments such as the Porto Cathedral, the Vila do Conde Aqueduct and the Church of San Pedro de Rates. In addition, the beaches of Matosinhos and Póvoa de Varzim stand out. Barcelos is known for its medieval bridge and its famous market. It is a picturesque and quiet route, ideal for pilgrims.
Day 3
From Barcelos to Ponte de Lima
Night at Ponte de Lima
35 km
3 horas
You will visit small villages and discover chapels in Baroque style. After passing through the town of Balugães, you will approach the valley of the Lima river, where the town of Ponte de Lima, the oldest in Portugal, awaits you. We recommend getting lost in its streets and enjoying its beautiful historic area.
Day 4
From Ponte Lima to Tui
Night at Tui
44 km
3 horas
The section between Ponte de Lima and Tui, part of the Portuguese Way, is about 45 km and crosses rural and mountainous landscapes. Highlights include the Roman Bridge of Ponte de Lima and the climb to the Sierra de Labruja, a challenge for pilgrims. In Valença, you can visit the Valença Fortress, overlooking the Miño River. Finally, in Tui, its fortified Cathedral stands out, a Gothic jewel.Day 5
From Tui to Pontevedra
Night at Pontevedra
53 km
4 horas
You will leave Tui walking through its historic streets to begin the ascent on your route north, and then you will continue with a descent that will take you to O Porriño, famous for its delicious bread. You will continue through the Val da Louriña, ascending towards Redondela, from where you can contemplate the views of the Vigo estuary. When leaving Redondela you will cross the Roman bridge of Pontesampaio, known for the battle waged by the residents against the Napoleonic invasion, and in which the French army was defeated. Next you will arrive in Pontevedra, a city with a fascinating historic center, especially the A Peregrina church.
Day 6
From Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela
Night at Santiago de Compostela
66 km
4 horas
Leave Pontevedra crossing the O Burgo bridge. You will continue crossing native eucalyptus forests and small streams that will take you to Caldas de Reis, known for its hot springs since Roman times, and Padrón, known for its illustrious writers Camilo José Cela and Rosalía de Castro and its famous peppers, be careful, some sting! and others don't! From A Escravitude, with its beautiful Marian sanctuary, the road continues uphill towards Santiago and soon you will see the towers of the cathedral. Enter the historic center, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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