If you are walking the Spiritual Variant of the Camino de Santiago, there is a section that you cannot miss: the Ruta da Pedra e da Auga. This route is a small great treasure that unfolds in the second stage of the Spiritual Variant, offering the pilgrim a unique experience that mixes history, culture and the refreshing nature of Galicia.
A Link to History
The Ruta da Pedra e da Auga, with its almost 7 kilometres, meanders along the Armenteira river, in the heart of the Rías Baixas. It is a path that feels alive, where every stone and every drop of water seems to tell stories of ancient millers and pilgrims who, like you, sought something more on their way.
A Break on the Jacobean Journey
For those who follow the Spiritual Variation, the Ruta da Pedra e da Auga offers a respite filled with natural beauty. Here, you can slow down your pace, listen to the birdsong and the murmur of the river, and if you feel like it, find a corner to meditate or simply rest your feet while you let yourself be enveloped by the tranquility of the surroundings.
An Accessible and Revealing Walk
No hace falta ser un atleta para disfrutar de esta ruta. Es amable con todos los peregrinos, independientemente de su edad o condición física. Las sendas están bien cuidadas y la señalización es clara, lo que te permite concentrarte en la experiencia y no en el mapa.
From the Mill to the Monastery
The old mills that line the path are time capsules that connect us with Galicia’s rural past. And at the end of the path, the Armenteira Monastery stands as a haven of peace and a meeting point between spirituality and history.
Integration with the Way
As an integral part of the Spiritual Variation, the Ruta da Pedra e da Auga is not simply an alternative path, but an essential chapter in the rich narrative of your pilgrimage. By following it, you are following in the footsteps of countless pilgrims who have preceded you, adding your story to theirs.
We are waiting for you on the road
Whether you are a seasoned pilgrim or someone putting on walking boots for the first time, the Ruta da Pedra e da Auga is an open invitation to enjoy a moment of peace and beauty on your spiritual journey. So, when you are walking the Variante Espiritual, pause, take this detour and allow this Galician trail to further enrich your experience on the Camino de Santiago. Good Way!
