O Pedrouzo (Arca)

A Coruña, Galicia

A linear eucalyptus-shaded town that serves as the traditional last night before Santiago.

A short history

Officially the parish of Arca and concello of O Pino, O Pedrouzo grew up along the highway and the Camino. Most pilgrims sleep here to make the final 20 km into Santiago in time for the noon mass.

What to see

Eucalyptus forest stretches
Iglesia de Santa Eulalia de Arca
Monte do Gozo views (15 km on)

Where to eat

Mesón O Catro Camiños
Restaurante Regueiro

Where to sleep

Albergue de Peregrinos de O Pedrouzo (municipal)
Albergue Edreira
Hotel Pedrouzo