Pilgrimage Route·Porto & North

Caminho Português

The Portuguese Way of St. James — the pilgrim route from Porto (or Lisbon) north into Spain and Santiago de Compostela.

RecommendedA strong, worthwhile addition.

Recommended. One of Europe's great walks, and a quieter Camino than the French route.

Source verified· Sep 1, 2026

Ideal time

10–14 days Porto to Santiago; or walk a section

Best time to go

April–June and September–October.

Best for

Walkers, pilgrims, slow travelers.

Car

Not needed

Transit

Starts in Porto; well-served by trains and buses along the route.

Why go

A well-marked, infrastructure-rich walk through Portuguese towns, forests and Galicia. The coastal variant is especially beautiful.

It's a multi-week commitment (or a section); not a day trip.

Walk the Central or Coastal route; stay in albergues and small inns; finish in Santiago.