Caldas de Reis

Camino Portugues

To end of camino
42.3
Altitude
25

Tivó

1.90

Caldas de Reis

5.40

Santa Mariña de Carracedo

Services
ATM
Yes
Bar
Yes
Grocery
Yes
Medical Center
Yes
Pharmacy
Yes

Caldas de Reis is best known for its hot springs (caldas). They still exist, but the tradition of putting your feet into the fountain is discouraged for obvious hygienic reasons. All the same really, a hot soak after a hot day of walking isn’t the best of plans. To see the springs (and to follow the camino), turn left after crossing the first bridge in town.

The camino passes through the old quarter before arriving at another bridge, on the opposite end of which is the municipal albergue and the way out of town.

The church in town is dedicated to Saint Thomas Becket, one of very few of the sort in Spain and possibly the only one in Galicia. If you are only passing through town in the afternoon, the palm trees that surround the church make for a cooling place to relax.

The Road

On the way out of town, it is once more along the N550 (which frankly will be the case frequently between here and Santiago). Leave it to your right at the first bend in the road. 

City Map

Comments

All Caminos App User (not verified)

We stayed at Pensión Caldea in a private room but shared bathroom(but it felt like our own). One of the most comfortable bed on our trip. It has a espresso machine, kettle, tea, etc. Highly recommended. The host owns a hair salon that is located in the same building. If you’re a pilgrim that needs some relaxation after you arrive at Caldas de Reis, you can get a hair wash at Sonia’s at a very good price. You might fall asleep because the chair has build in massage. She will give you many recommendations also.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

A great location just over the river and on the route. It is clean and comfortable. I was able to wash my clothes then dry for €2. There is a kitchen also. Shower pressure great and my bed was super comfortable at the back of the pension. I highly recommend this as a place to stay. Over the road from a great restaurant beside the river and about 100m from the hot mineral springs pool.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

We stayed at Albergue Celenis. Despite it is not central, it is worth the extra steps. Comfortable bunk beds, very clean and with a small pool. We stayed an extra day which is worth it at Caldas de Reis. Because they have a beautiful waterfall. Had to walk,not a problem,its why I suggest to stop a day at Caldas. Great views and amazing experience!

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

What a nice place! Clean, comfortable and really great value.

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

You are welcomed by Yolande with a big greeting welcoming you like you are coming home . Updated price is 20 euro with breakfast . Loved the clean beds , toilets are allocated to names . Upstairs are sleeping quarters with curtains and the current photo doesn’t show the renovations made . There is a kitchen to use with permission and microwave as well .there is a keyboard piano , guitar and all sorts of instruments to chill with .
There’s a nice outdoor seating area with a mulberry tree to pick off . Our 5 year old son had so many toys to play with as well .
A memorable stay that will finish my camino nicely !
Ps : you don’t want to miss this stamp !

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

Had a wonderful meal at O Muino… the free cake at the end is to die for! Highly recommended. you'll find it just as you get into the town

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

Stayed at Casa Herreria and it is lovely…has a pool and a garden. Rooms are gorgeous! So happy to stay here!

Camino de Sant…

We stayed here basically because I was given the pamphlet on the road. €6 for a bed ina room of 4 . No bunks. It seems fine

Camino de Sant…

We found a small, (3 rooms - double, twin, 4 bunks), clean, quiet, unlisted Pension. The modern bath is shared. Washing machine, kitchenette. Very helpful host, son speaks English.
Right hand side of road, just past the first bridge. Must reserve. Pension Rio Umia. $30 euro double room.

Camino de Sant…

We are staying in Aires de Umia and it is very good, located on the path immediately after crossing the bridge. Beautifully renovated by the architect owner. Private room with bathroom €56 ( three single beds, making it a reasonable price for three friends sharing).