CP03 - Azambuja - Santarém - 32,0 km

Stage 3 of the Camino de Santiago: From Azambuja to Santarém

In this third stage of the Camino de Santiago, we leave Azambuja and begin our journey along  Rua Vítor Cordão, passing through the town square and  Rua Conselheiro de Arauca, until we reach the N-3, near the train station. This stage takes us on a varied route that mixes dirt paths, paved roads, and historical landscapes.

From Azambuja to Quinta do Alqueidão

From Azambuja, we follow a paved road towards  Vala da Azambuja. After crossing the ditch bridge, we take a dirt path that still preserves fragments of the ancient Roman road, as Azambuja was known in antiquity as Oleastrum. This route leads us to  Quinta das Quebradas and, later, to the  Campo de Aviação da Azambuja.

Throughout the journey, the path winds and brings us to a junction that connects with a paved section. From there, we turn right to reach  Quinta do Alqueidão.

Crossing Reguengo and Valada

We continue towards the Tagus dike, which we leave to our right as we head towards  Reguengo. After crossing this small town, we continue along the road that leads us to  Valada, passing by  Quinta da Mota Frade.

In Valada, we walk along  Rua 1º de Maio,  Largo Aves Redol, and  Largo da Igreja, where we can admire the  Igreja de Nossa Senhora da O, built in 1528. From here, we continue along the dike until we reach  Porto Mugue.

Continuing Along the Dike: Porto Mugue to Santarém

Our journey continues along the dike, crossing  Quintas do Pedroso,  das Varandas,  do Malpique, and  da Caneira. After passing the last of these estates, we take a left turn, where the dirt path leads us between vineyards. We reach a paved road, cross under the  Salgueiro Maia Bridge, and head towards the  Aeródromo de Santarém.

Santarém: A Historical Destination

Once we pass the aerodrome, we continue along the paved road, cross the railway line, and ascend to Santarém via  Calçada da Junqueira, passing the old  Fonte de Cãos. Upon reaching this historic city, we encounter its castle, walls, and a rich heritage of churches, all witnesses to its journey through the centuries.

With this stage of the Camino de Santiago, we have reached one of the most significant towns in Portugal, full of history and tradition.