Church of Saint James in Lestedo – Os Chacotes Recreation Area loop from O Carballal

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Church of Saint James in Lestedo – Os Chacotes Recreation Area loop from O Carballal

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Church of Saint James in Lestedo – Os Chacotes Recreation Area loop from O Carballal

05:29

19.8km

350m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.48 km

Eucalyptus Forest

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The trees in the picture are giant eucalyptus trees (Eucalyptus regnans).
The giant eucalyptus is the tallest deciduous tree in the world and, in favorable locations, can reach heights of …

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4.65 km

Church of Saint James in Lestedo

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Santiago de Lestedo, also known as Lestedo, is a parish and village in the municipality of Palas de Rei, in the province of Lugo. This parish is crossed by the …

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6.53 km

Panoramic View of the Galician Countryside

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great impressions 🤙

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8.11 km

Camino de Santiago Countryside Path

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If you have the opportunity to explore this trail, you will enjoy the natural beauty and ecological richness of the area. Good hike! 🌿🚶‍♀️

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8.69 km

Ligonde Village

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The town of Ligonde lies on the edge of the Way of St. James and has been part of the Caminos since the 10th century. Until 1753 there was also …

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8.98 km

Crucero de Lameiros

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Very nice quiet place with an old stone cross.

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13.9 km

Milestone

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All along the way you can see the typical kilometer markers that show you the distance to Santiago.

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18.6 km

Os Chacotes Recreation Area

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The Os Chacotes Recreational Area is located in Palas de Rei. It is a popular spot for both locals and visitors, especially those walking the Camino de Santiago.
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19.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.2 km

6.74 km

1.29 km

439 m

144 m

Surfaces

11.2 km

5.53 km

3.01 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 16 October

17°C

9°C

30 %

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Max wind speed: 31.0 km/h

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Comments

June 3, 2025,Wandeling

Up later today, breakfast not until 07.30h.
It had rained heavily last night, the puddles were on the road in the village. Fortunately there was still some wind, so the trees let the drops fall.
First walked uphill and washboarded to Pallas de Rei.
On the way, halfway, a coffee and a nice sit.
Later saw a Danish couple, she …

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