Padrón

Camino Portugues

To end of camino
23.9
Altitude
10

Aduana

1.90

Padrón

0.90

Iria Flavia

Services
ATM
Yes
Bar
Yes
Bus
Yes
Bus Terminal
Yes
Correos
Yes
Grocery
Yes
Medical Center
Yes
Pharmacy
Yes
Train
Yes

Padrón might just be the most important little town on this or indeed any other camino. It was here that the remains of Santiago arrived after being sent out to sea on a stone boat, as told in the story of the ‘translatio’. 

His arrival to the specific point is attributed to the fact that it was here that he first arrived to preach while still alive, so his return was a homecoming of sorts.

Padrón is also the birthplace of Rosalia de Castro, Galicia’s most famous and beloved laureate.

Padrón (and Herbón) are home to that delicious green and possibly spicy pepper you may have had the pleasure of eating.

The Road

Take a look at the elevation profile for an idea of what these last 24km will be like, many pilgrims underestimate the elevation changes which increase as you near Santiago.

City Map

Comments

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

Had an amazing meal. Price was very reasonable and server was great. Sangria was especially good. Located along the big tree park in town

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

The entry into town is not attractive, very industrial. But if you stick to the Camino path, it is a bit better. Stayed at Camino Portuguese, a relatively new, spotless, place with a restaurant below. Great location on road out of town. Basic but nice and affordable.

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

Clean and modern . Host is very attentive to keeping the place neat and tidy .
There is an oven but no stove to use , there is a microwave , toaster and kettle .

A great stay just before making it to Santiago . It’s on the yellow path so no need to deviate . Supermarkets were about 200m away . Restaurants across the albergue

Camino de Sant…

Stayed in Pensión Jardín in Padron. This has to be a stop in your Camino. Beautiful Church( with lots of history regarding St James), town and the pension just made the stay in Padron the icing on the cake.

Camino de Sant…

Hi, my sister and I will arrive at 11th August. Please reserve two beds for us. Thanks a lot.

Camino de Sant…

Albergue Margadan
Complet whole new modern albergue with a very friendly and kind host.

Camino de Sant…

A very, very nice place to stay is “os Lambrans” 2,5 km after Padron. If you want to treat yourself.