Cape Finisterre, Spain

Cape Finisterre

A lighthouse on a cape once thought to be the end of the world.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Cape Finisterre

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the road out to the lighthouse at the end of the cape.
  2. AfternoonSwim at the long Praia da Langosteira beach.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset at the cape, the end of the Camino for many pilgrims.

Day 2

See the Ézaro waterfall, which falls straight into the sea.

What to eat

Percebes, goose barnacles, and Albariño wine.

Local tips

Make the most of Cape Finisterre

Beat the crowds

Sunset is busy with pilgrims. Mornings are calm.

Best photo spot

The lighthouse and the open Atlantic at sunset.

Getting there

Buses run from Santiago de Compostela, about 2 to 3 hours.

Don't miss nearby

Muxía, another pilgrim end point, and the Costa da Morte.

Good to know

Pilgrims traditionally finish the Camino here at the 0 km stone. Bring a jacket: it's windy.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Cape Finisterre

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Plan your visit

Getting to Cape Finisterre

Getting there

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Cape Finisterre: good to know

Is Cape Finisterre worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and the coast. A lighthouse on a cape once thought to be the end of the world.

How many days do you need in Cape Finisterre?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Cape Finisterre?

You can visit all year. Sunset is busy with pilgrims. Mornings are calm.

How do you get to Cape Finisterre?

The nearest airport is Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), about 70 km away. Buses run from Santiago de Compostela, about 2 to 3 hours.

What is there to see near Cape Finisterre?

Nearby hidden places include Santiago de Compostela (59 km), Ribeira Sacra (147 km) and Peneda-Gerês (159 km).

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