Camino Ingles: From Ferrol to Santiago: hiking in Испания

Camino Ingles: From Ferrol to Santiago

This is a loop route of about 364.9 km in the pilgrimage routes of Spain and Portugal, suitable for travellers who want a clear route plan rather than a random walk.

Distance
112.0 km
Time
2 d 5 h
Elevation gain
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Multi-day
Category
Hiking

Route at a glance

Plan it as a long stage or multi-day section in the pilgrimage routes of Spain and Portugal. The distance is about 364.9 km, and the route character is shaped by town streets, country roads, fields and historic pilgrim paths. The elevation range is roughly 0-460 m. For the full distance, divide the route into stages and decide in advance where to sleep, refill water and leave the route if the weather changes.

Route suitability

Without a car Yes
With children With caution
With a dog With caution
By bike Partially
With a stroller No
Signal Good

Information status

Page status Проверенный маршрут
When checked Not specified
How it was checked По данным трека
Editorial review Reviewed by editors

Getting there

Without a car
Use trains and buses to the chosen Camino town, then start from the local centre, church square or marked route point.
By car
A car is usually less convenient for a full linear Camino stage. It is better for short local sections with a planned return.
Parking
Use municipal parking, hotel parking or station parking. For multi-day walking, public transport is usually simpler.

What to expect

From Ferrol to Santiago
Santiago de Compostela
Ferrol
Braga
town streets

Difficult sections and safety

Pay attention to junctions, wet surfaces and the return plan near Santiago de Compostela. Some signs may be missing, so an offline map is useful.

How much time to allow

One long stage 7-10 h
Full route several days
Cycling option only for prepared riders

Best time to go

The best window around Santiago de Compostela is usually late spring to early autumn
In the mountains, weather can change within an hour
In shoulder seasons, check snow, storms and local restrictions

What to bring

comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
power bank
cash and documents
overnight gear if needed

Elevation profile

Surface

Asphalt 74% · Dirt / grass 7% · Paving stones 5%

The surface section length differs from the total route distance: 156.6 km versus 112.0 km.

Asphalt 74% · 117.4 km
Dirt / grass 7% · 10.7 km
Paving stones 5% · 8.34 km
Dirt 4% · 6.63 km
Concrete 3% · 4.05 km
Improved surface 2% · 3.63 km
Artificial surface 2% · 3.56 km
Sand 1% · 2.25 km

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Use trains and buses to the chosen Camino town, then start from the local centre, church square or marked route point

Is this route suitable for children?

Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 112.0 km, moderate.

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