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Santiago De Compostela

Monte do Gozo Park loop from A Lavacolla

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Santiago De Compostela

Monte do Gozo Park loop from A Lavacolla

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4.6

(120)

1,087

hikers

Monte do Gozo Park loop from A Lavacolla

04:26

16.2km

260m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.68 km

10 Kilometers to Santiago de Compostela

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On the Camino de Santiago, you will find signs and symbols that will guide you during your pilgrimage. In short, if you pay attention to these signs, it is unlikely …

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5.90 km

Pilgrim Statues and Monument at Monte do Gozo

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The famous "Mountain of Joy", with the first (!) view of the long-awaited pilgrimage destination of Santiago de Compostela and the monument commemorating the visit of Pope John Paul II.

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7.11 km

Monument to Pope John Paul II and Pilgrims at Monte do Gozo

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This famous hill is located just five kilometers from Santiago de Compostela. It receives this name precisely because it is where the pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago celebrate their proximity to the city.

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7.86 km

Monte do Gozo Park

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At the entrance to Santiago

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8.64 km

Monument to Pilgrims at Plaza de la Concordia

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Many of the Caminos de Santiago pass through this square when entering Santiago de Compostela. The monument was inaugurated in 2005, during the World Conference for Peace, Solidarity and Development. Currently it serves as a tribute to pilgrims.

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6

8.67 km

Santiago de Compostela Welcome Sign

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A nice greeting when you move into the city is welcome after the long Camino and is good for you.

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9.73 km

Santiago de Compostela Pilgrimage Marker (2 km to Cathedral)

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Jesus always prays for us

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11.0 km

Statue of a Knight at the Entrance to Santiago de Compostela

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Santiago a dream journey

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16.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.38 km

5.22 km

2.34 km

157 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

5.67 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (390 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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