Neda → Pontedeume

A short stage with notable elevation changes connecting two charming towns. From Neda you climb along a tree-lined path offering views over the Ares and Betanzos estuary. The central stretch crosses the lush Franza forest, one of the most beautiful spots on this route. You pass the Monastery of San Martín de Xuvia, a Romanesque gem worth a stop. The descent into Pontedeume is spectacular: you cross the imposing medieval Andrade bridge over the River Eume, with its 68 original arches. Pontedeume is a lively town with excellent seafood restaurants, a delightful waterfront promenade, and several albergues. It is a perfect place to rest and enjoy Galician cuisine.