Caminha
Camino de Santiago stage town on Portugués Coastal
Caminha sits on the Portuguese side of the Minho estuary, where the river meets the Atlantic and the Coastal route reaches the border with Spain. Pilgrims stop here to rest before crossing the Minho by ferry to A Guarda in Galicia, and the town offers a compact historic centre with cafes, shops, and waterfront views. Its riverside setting and the border crossing make it a natural end-of-stage town on the Coastal route.
- 100 kmfrom route start
- 6 mElevation
- 3 · 8albergues · hotels
- 24.9 kmfrom Viana do Castelo
- 0.9 kmto A Guarda
Highlights
- Ferry crossing over the Minho to Spain
- Riverside historic centre with cafes and services
- Views across the estuary to Galicia
Albergues in Caminha
Hotels & guesthouses in Caminha
- Albergue Bom Caminha ↗
- Turismo Rural - Casa de Leiras
- Residencial Galo D'Ouro
- Residencial Arca Nova
- Design & Wine
- Albergue Santiago de Caminha ↗ guesthouse
- Porta do Sol
- Aldeamento Turístico do Camarido
Lodging names from OpenStreetMap; check availability before you walk.
Stages through Caminha
Nearby towns
Nearby stages
Frequently asked questions
Where can I stay in Caminha?
3 albergues and 8 hotels in Caminha.
How far is Caminha from Viana do Castelo?
24.9 km from Viana do Castelo, 0.9 km to A Guarda on the Portugués Coastal.