The Camino de Muxía & Fisterra offers a stunning conclusion to a Camino journey, leading walkers through dramatic coastal landscapes and tranquil Galician villages. While this route can be enjoyed year-round, the best time to walk it is mid May to early September. Here’s why these months stand out:
This period marks the transition from spring to summer, offering mild and pleasant weather. Days are warm but not overly hot, making it ideal for long walks. Rainfall is lower compared to earlier months, but the landscape remains lush and vibrant from spring rains. It’s a great time to enjoy blooming wildflowers along the trail, with fewer walkers on the path.
June brings consistently good weather with warm, sunny days. The chance of rain is relatively low, and the conditions are well-suited for outdoor activities. Long daylight hours allow for a relaxed walking pace, with ample time to explore the route’s scenic highlights and coastal charm.
During the height of summer, the route enjoys plenty of sunshine and minimal rain. While temperatures are higher, coastal breezes help keep things comfortable. This is the liveliest time of year on the Camino, with a bustling atmosphere in albergues and towns. It’s wise to plan accommodations ahead of time to ensure a smooth experience.
Early September begins to transition into autumn, but the weather remains warm and dry. The crowds of summer start to diminish, offering a quieter, more contemplative experience while still enjoying favorable walking conditions.
Walking the Camino de Muxía & Fisterra during this time allows you to enjoy the route at its best. Whether you’re drawn to sunny days, stunning views, or the vibrant energy of summer, this period strikes the perfect balance for an unforgettable journey.
Of course, while these recommendations provide a solid starting point, everyone's preferences and circumstances are unique. Our search tool allows you to customize your journey to align with your specific needs and preferences, ensuring the best possible experience on the Camino.
Furthermore, if your plan differs from walking the standard stages from Santiago de Compostela to Fisterra, then you can edit the Search Settings below accordingly.
This ensures you won’t be walking in overly hot weather.
Similarly, this ensures you won’t be walking in cold weather.
This might sound similar to the first step – but instead of looking at averages, it filters out extreme temperatures that don’t happen every year. In other words, you’re excluding those parts of the year when there might be a heat wave.
Like the previous step, this applies to extremes instead of averages – but this time you’re excluding cold snaps.
This step excludes those times of year which might have storms or intense showers.
If the previous steps haven’t narrowed down the search to 20%, you can further limit the dates by finding the overall driest periods.
Feel free to use this guide as a starting point to find the time of year that best suits your personal needs and preferences. By tailoring the filters to your specific situation, you can discover the perfect time of year for your Camino.
Below is our weather search tool, with the filters already set up according to this process.
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