This stone marks the border between Castilla Y Leon and Galicia, reached after a challenging but exhilarating climb from Herrerias.
The mountain village of O’Cebreiro, a highlight on the Way of St James, lies one kilometre on from here.
Galicia is an autonomous community in the northwest of Spain, known for its distinctive culture, rich history, and unique landscapes.
Located in the northwest corner of Spain, Galicia is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Cantabrian Sea to the west and north. It shares borders with Portugal to the south and the Spanish autonomous communities of Asturias and Castilla y León to the east.
Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, is famous for its cathedral, the destination for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago.
Galician, a language closely related to Portuguese, is spoken alongside Spanish in the region. Many Galicians are bilingual, and both languages are official in the autonomous community.
Galicia has a strong cultural identity, with influences from its Celtic past and a rich tradition of music and dance. Traditional festivals, like the St. James Festival and the Carnival of Laza, showcase the vibrant local culture.
Being so close to the Atlantic Ocean affects the weather, making summers cooler and winters milder than in other parts of Spain.