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Landscapes of the Camino de Santiago that you should not miss if you go along it

Along the Way of St. James there are some natural areas that you should not miss if you decide to walk it.

Fragas del Eume - iStock

Fragas del Eume - iStock

The Camino de Santiago is made up of routes that every year thousands of pilgrims from a large number of countries around the world travel. Regardless of universal beliefs and with the aim of reaching the remains of the apostle located in the Galician capital, throughout its history there are millions of anecdotes and magnificent experiences that are lived through the various routes.

Unlike other tourist activities, the adventure that leads us to Santiago de Compostela stands out mainly for the endless panoramic views and alternative routes that are discovered in each of the different stages. Magical places and hidden corners that, if it were not for being in the middle of this Jacobean phenomenon, would probably be known by a lucky few. 

Natural areas worth visiting during the Way of St. James

Along the Way of St. James there are some natural areas that you should not miss if you decide to walk it. Galicia is popularly known in the Iberian Peninsula for being the cradle of multiple landscapes surrounded by green, brown and blue, which is why we have gathered up to five of the best places worth visiting. Undoubtedly, these are tourist attractions that will remain in your memory forever.

Sil Canyon

Between Quiroga and Monforte de Lemos is the Sil Canyon; the gorge carved by the river Sil itself. It is a canyon located in the area of the Ribeira Sacra in Galicia and that acts as a natural border between the provinces of Orense and Lugo. The charismatic attraction can be crossed by catamaran to fully enjoy the beautiful reflections of the landscape in the water, as well as the vineyards that grow along the slopes. 

Costa da Morte

Costa da Morte - iStock

Costa da Morte - iStock

The Costa da Morte and the Cabo Villano lighthouse (the first electric lighthouse in Spain), is another of the spots in Galicia that cannot be missed if there is time. It is a coastal region that is located in the province of A Coruña and surrounds from Malpica to Cape Finisterre. As you can imagine, the Cantabrian coast is the main protagonist, with fantastic cliffs, beaches and a maritime spectacle that definitely conveys much of the magic of the autonomous community. 

Fragas del Eume

Fragas del Eume - iStock

Fragas del Eume - iStock

Entering the Fragas del Eume is like stepping into a fairy tale. Considered as one of the best preserved coastal Atlantic forests in Europe, its vast extension makes us get in touch with nature from the first moment. Among the wonders to be discovered in the place, there is the Eume river and the many secrets hidden in its skirt. 

The Ancares Mountain Range

Separating the borders of Galicia, Castilla y León and Asturias, thousands of pilgrims have left their footprints on the kilometers of the ascents and descents of the Ancares. Mountains that test the skills and willpower of the people who visit them, but that undoubtedly offer a landscape like no other. From the top, the Ancares mountain range offers panoramic views that are hard to forget. 

Beach of the Cathedrals

Playa de las Catedrales - iStock

Playa de las Catedrales - iStock

In case of pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, you can not miss a day reserved to step on the beach of the Cathedrals in Ribadeo. It is popularly known around the world and is one of the favorite tourist destinations for pilgrims, because thanks to the constant contact with the sea currents, the stones have a unique shape. It has been recognized as the fourth best beach in Europe, and if you visit it you will discover that it is not for nothing. 

Cornalvo Natural Park

Parque Natural de Cornalvo | Wikicommos. Autor: Parnacor15

Parque Natural de Cornalvo | Wikicommos. Autor: Parnacor15

Located on the Vía de la Plata, the Cornalvo Natural Park is another of those places that deserves a must-see. It is located in the province of Badajoz, and has more than 10,000 hectares, being declared a Natural Park in 1990. To find the origin of the name we have to go back to the Romans. They were the ones who named it that way in honor of the horn shape of the Aberragas river bed. The Cornalvo Natural Park has numerous trails and paths plagued by nature and enjoying beautiful landscapes.

the marrows

Las Médulas | Wikicommons. Autor: Rafael Ibáñez Fernández

Las Médulas | Wikicommons. Autor: Rafael Ibáñez Fernández

As part of an alternative route to the French Way, the Winter Way also has its places that no pilgrim should miss. This time we talk about Las Médulas. Declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, and located in El Bierzo, Las Médulas is a place with impressive views thanks to its rugged terrain, with cliffs that will leave you speechless.

Sanabria Lake

Lago de Sanabria | Wikicommons. Autor: Felipe Matilla Alonso

Lago de Sanabria | Wikicommons. Autor: Felipe Matilla Alonso

If as a pilgrim you are one of those who enjoy every meter of natural environments and full of great beauty, surely the Camino Sanabrés is on your favorites list. Here you will also find one of the must-see environments: Lake Sanabria. With dimensions greater than a kilometer and a half wide and 3km long; We are talking about one of the most spectacular places that can be found on the Jacobean routes.

Miño river estuary

Estuario del Miño | Wikicommons. Autor: LBM1948

Estuario del Miño | Wikicommons. Autor: LBM1948

It is difficult to choose a stage or landscape within the Camino Portugues. One of the favorite areas for many pilgrims is the Miño River Estuary. It is located during one of the coastal stages and more specifically in which we cross Portugal to go to Galicia. There is little to add to views that are impressive in themselves, listed as one of the most important wetlands in Spain.

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