Lavacolla
Facilities
Description
Lavacolla is a small village with historical significance for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago. Its name is derived from the Latin "aqua laveda" or "lava colla," which translates to "wash neck" in English. This name is associated with the tradition of pilgrims washing themselves in the nearby stream before entering Santiago de Compostela, as a symbol of purification and preparation for their arrival at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. The village has a small church dedicated to St. Stephen, which dates back to the 12th century. This church served as a resting place for pilgrims and a spiritual waypoint on their journey. Today, Lavacolla continues to provide services and accommodations for modern-day pilgrims, maintaining its historical role as a significant stop on the Camino de Frances.
Useful Links
| Directions | Next Locality | Optional Variant |
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| Open in Google Maps | Monte do Gozo |
Accommodation Options
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| Name | Booking.com | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruta Jacobea | 8.4/10 (826) | 4.3/5 (774) | +34 981 88 82 11 |
| Restaurante San Paio | 3.7/5 (499) | +34 981 88 82 05 | |
| Hotel RUTA XACOBEA | 4.4/5 (224) | +34 981 88 82 11 | |
| PENSIÓN DOROTEA | 7.6/10 (1) | 3.7/5 (230) | +34 619 42 49 69 |
| Hotel Restaurante San Paio | 4.1/5 (91) | +34 981 88 82 05 | |
| Apartamento A Fábrica | 4.7/5 (13) | +34 686 04 19 10 | |
| Pension Xacobeo Lavacolla | 9.3/10 (561) | 4.7/5 (51) | +34 608 36 36 58 |
| Albergue Lavacolla | 4.6/5 (185) | +34 653 63 03 00 |