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Wise Pilgrim APPGetting into Redondela from Vigo and out again is straightforward. The town sits at the head of the Vigo estuary, well inland from the coast, and is bisected by two massive railway viaducts -- iron structures that stride across the valley on stone piers. They're the town's most recognizable feature and are visible from a distance as you approach.
Redondela marks the point where the Coastal route rejoins the Central route, and from here the two share the same path all the way to Santiago. You may notice a sudden increase in pilgrim traffic.
The old town has a pleasant character, with a compact center and several small plazas worth exploring if you're stopping for the night. An alternative route signed through town takes you closer to the river.
When leaving town, the camino crosses the N550 at a bottleneck on the north side of town that is heavy with traffic at all hours. Cross the N550 as soon as you get to it, and almost immediately veer left gently onto a side road.
The arrows from here leave a bit to be desired. They are present, but have been spray painted with a not quite right yellow and at times, they don’t feel legit. Follow them all the same, and as you near Cesantes the stone markers return.
