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One of the highest points on the French Way of the Camino de Santiago, located between Triacastela and Fonfría, already in the province of Lugo. At 1,335 meters above sea level, this peak offers a natural viewpoint overlooking the Galician mountains. The area is often exposed to wind and changeable weather, even in summer, but the views and the feeling of having reached a milestone more than compensate. There's a hostel/bar right at the summit, useful as a stopping point for pilgrims and cyclists. Dress warmly before reaching the top: the temperature here can drop suddenly, even on sunny days. If you're on a mountain bike or e-bike, make sure you have good traction on descents and that your brakes are checked: the descent towards Fonfría is fast and winding. It's a good place to rest and refill your water or coffee before continuing.

The Church of Santiago dates back to the 12th century, the Puerta del Perdón (Door of Forgiveness), and is located next to the Cathedral of Santiago. They are the only ones that can grant the Jubilee, in this case it will be due to illness or accident that prevents you from continuing on to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

19th-century Romantic Garden. Ideal for a short stroll at any time of day, admiring its ornaments and wide variety of flowers.

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The Church of Santiago de Villafranca del Bierzo, at the very foot of the Jacobean route, has a Holy Door. The Spanish Pope Calixtus III granted sick or disabled pilgrims who passed through this door the same indulgences as if they had arrived in Santiago. It is a sober construction typical of the Romanesque style and, of course, rich in the iconography of its capitals.

Beautiful views and rest point.

Stage of the Camino de Santiago. It goes from the vineyards of Bierzo to the green mountains of the mythical O Cebreiro pass

The Church of St. James was one of the churches where pilgrims who were ill and could no longer continue could have the Compostela issued. They then did not have to complete the journey to Santiago de Compostela but could finish their journey here as usual. During excavations around the church, many pilgrim graves were found, so it can be assumed that many pilgrims did not make it back home.