Camino del Norte Stage 4

From Vilalba, the Way of St. James continues along paths which may date back to the Middle Ages and royal roads documented as early as the 17th century. After crossing a small bridge over the Trimaz River, we come to Penas Corveiras. Landscapes dotted with authentic examples of traditional architecture accompany us on the trail through A Seara, Sabugueiros, Gabín, O Castro and Rexovide. After 6.7 kilometres, we reach San Xoán de Alba. The path runs along the right side of the C-634 road. It passes through Ponte Pedrouzos, Costián, O Coutado and Goiriz, then descends to the Labrada River. The waterway is crossed by the magnificent medieval Saa Bridge, built out of thick slabs of slate with several recessed arches. [Stage details] Start: Vilalba · End: Baamonde 19 km · about 4h 45min · difficulty medium