Stage 3

Igrexa de Santa Mª A Antiga – San Vicenzo Cespón (31 km)


The third day begins by touring the stately lands of Caramiñal, flanking the Pazo that houses the Valle-Inclán Museum, visiting the temple of Santa María la Antigua and reaching the center of Santiago do Deán.

The pilgrim then leaves Pobra do Caramiñal behind and, crossing the Pedras River, continues, passing the Pazo da Mercede, along the coast until reaching the town of Escarabote. From there the road turns away from the coast and borders the bounded land of one of the great noble houses in the area: the Pazo de Goián. Immediately, the pilgrim reaches Boiro (its church of Santa Baia was consecrated by Diego Gelmírez).

The second part of the stage returns the walker to the shore of the estuary, who, along Barraña beach, continues towards the picturesque fishing village of Cabo de Cruz. At Carragueiros beach the road turns sharply and heads to Abanqueiro through a beautiful agricultural environment. From Abanqueiro the route always continues close to the sea, visiting two interesting archaeological sites: the petroglyphs of Laxe da Cabra and the impressive double fort of O Neixón, located at one end of the coast. The route ends a little later, at the parish church of San Vicenzo de Cespon.


Escarabote / Santiago de Lampón Church

The church of Santiago de Lampón, a new reference to the Apostle in a probable enclave of the Camino Real. Built on a 12th century Romanesque chapel, the building has a Latin cross plan, with a central nave divided into three sections. The image of Santiago Apóstol stands out on the façade, and on the right side there is a pilgrim shell. On the altar we find other Jacobean symbols such as the scallop, the saber, the flag and the book of Santiago Matamoros.

Pazo de Goiáns

Shortly after we will arrive at the Pazo Torre de Goiáns, one of the most important in Barbanza along with that of Xunqueiras. It is an L-shaped building, built in granite ashlar and with a roof at various heights, made with tiles from the country. Originally from the 16th century, it was remodeled in 1760. It is believed that the tower, square and with a balustrade at the top, was demolished during the Irmandiñas Revolts and later restored. The manor is accessed via the internal staircase, which ascends through vaulted rooms, adorned with the heraldry of the different lineages that inhabited the manor throughout history. In addition to the main building, others intended for agricultural uses are preserved, as well as a chapel, dovecotes, a stone fountain in the shape of a mermaid and a pier.

In its heyday, the domains of this manor extended to the islands at the entrance to the Arousa estuary.

Church of San Vicente de Cespon

As usual, we finish the day in a very special temple: the Church of San Vicente de Cespon, the oldest in Boiro. The building, with a Latin cross plan and a single nave, covered by a barrel vault, was subject to numerous modifications over the centuries, which is why we find different styles in it: Romanesque (on the main façade), Gothic , baroque and neoclassical. It is believed that it was erected on a Roman necropolis. The bell tower is located on the side facing north, and draws attention to the cross of Celtic tradition at its head. Inside, the 16th century Gothic baldachin stands out with scenes of the Apostles and an important relic: the tibia of Saint Vincent.

DIFICULTAD: MEDIA/ALTA TIEMPO ESTIMADO: 4h 15min
TRAMOS
INICIO FIN METROS
Iglesia del Caramiñal Puerto Escarabote 6.080
Puerto Escarabote Iglesia de Santa Baia 3.550
Iglesia de Santa Baia Puerto Cabo de Cruz 5.490
Puerto Cabo de Cruz Iglesia Abanqueiro 5.950
Iglesia Abanqueiro Castro de Neixón 6.020
Castro de Neixón Iglesia de Cespón 2.430
TOTAL ETAPA 3 29.520
Telephones of interest
A Pobra do Caramiñal
Oficina de Turismo Casa Mariñeira 671 090 262 / 687 482 835
Museo Valle-Inclán 981 831 662
Parada de Taxis 981 830 420
Policía Local 981 843 360 / 607 467 374
Protección Civil 636 485 078
Boiro
Oficina de Turismo 981 842 654
Parada de Taxis 981 844 084
Policía Local 981 848 484
Protección Civil 610 558 383
Resources of interest
Nombre Recurso Pueblo Dirección Teléfono Suministro de Credenciales
SUPERMERCADO O GATO Supermercado Escarabote C/Escarabotiño nº26 981844728 -
O ARADO DE PAU Artesania Cabo de Cruz C/Devesa, 51 696777427 -
MESÓN ABADÍA DE SAN ENRIQUE Comidas Castro Lugar de Romarís nº17 600866649 -
RESTAURANTE CHICOLINO Comidas Boiro Egipto nº125 609816002 -
BAR TIO PEPE Bar Cespón Reboredo nº7 670021546 -
HOTEL RURAL NEIXÓN Alojamiento Cespón Neixón nº58 981862456 -
CAFÉ BAR MATO Bar Cespón Aldea San Roque nº7 981862236 -