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hórreo is a traditional granary used for drying and storing crops, primarily corn and grain. They are iconic symbols of the rural landscape in North Western Spain.
Mos is situated directly at the crossroads of Caminos between Vigo and the industrial area of O Porriño.
It has more than 15,000 inhabitants and consequently has a multitude of services to offer walkers.
is a well-known plateau and forested area located in the municipality of Redondela, Spain, specifically within the parish of Saxamonde. It is a significant landmark on the Portuguese Way.
It marks the highest point of the stage between O Porriño and Redondela.
It offers some of the first sweeping views over the Ría de Vigoestuary for pilgrims heading north.
It is a highly-rated hostel and cafe-bar located directly on the Camino Portugués near Redondela,. It is frequently praised by pilgrims as a “hidden gem” with an excellent menu.
Redondela is the next major town after O’Porrino on the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. With its privileged position close to the Vigo estuary, the origins of Redondela date back to the Bronze Age, as attested by the numerous remains showing the town’s link to the celtic culture.
Redondela has played a long role in the Portuguese Camino de Santiago as a place for pilgrims to stay as the town is at the end of a Camino stage. Redondela is known as the town of viaducts, as an extraordinary set of viaducts were built above the town in the 18th century which continue to loom over the town today as pictured above.
The Convento de Vilavella (Convent of Old Town), also known as Conxunto de Vilavella (Ensemble of Old Town), is the name of a complex of buildings and monuments dating from the 16th century when a convent, church, and acruceiro were built.
The buildings include a garden with fountains, a hórreo and an interior courtyard with a cloister.
the Church of Santiago Apostle which highlights Redondela’s strong links to the medieval Camino de Santiago.
Archbishop Xelmirez (of Santiago) passed through Redondela while walking the Camino Portuguese. In 1114, he temporarily established his residence here and consecrated the Parish Church of Santiago Apostle.
Ideal accommodation for the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.”Review from Booking.com – “ Great stay with a group of 8 while doing the Camino. Plenty of space to spread out..” 9.5 from numerous reviews.
“Walker, your treads are/the path and nothing more;/walker, there is no path,/ the path is made when walking.
When walking the path is made/ and when looking back /you see the path that never / has to be walked again…
When the goldfinch cannot sing./When the poet is a pilgrim,/when praying has no use./’Walker, there is no path,/the path is made when walking…'”~Antonio Machado
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