A Granxa do Xesto: A Serene Retreat in Santiago de Compostela

Getting There

• Public Bus

  From the city center of Santiago de Compostela, head to the nearest bus stop, which you can find at the Plaza de Galicia. Look for the bus lines heading to 'Santo Ignacio do Monte.' Take bus line number 8 (or the appropriate line based on the latest schedule) towards Santo Ignacio do Monte. The bus ride will take approximately 20-30 minutes. Get off at the stop closest to 'Santo Ignacio do Monte, 93'. From the bus stop, walk a short distance to your destination, A Granxa do Xesto.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi from anywhere in Santiago de Compostela. Simply tell the driver 'A Granxa do Xesto, Santo Ignacio do Monte, 93.' The journey should take around 15-20 minutes depending on traffic. Alternatively, you can use a rideshare app if available in the area.

• Walking

  For those who enjoy walking and are up for a longer stroll, start from the Plaza del Obradoiro, the main square in Santiago. Head east on Rúa do Franco, then take a left onto Rúa da Raíña. Continue straight until you reach the roundabout and take the second exit onto Rúa de San Pedro de Mezonzo. Follow this road as it becomes Rúa de Santiago and eventually leads you out of the city center. This walk will take approximately 1-1.5 hours and will take you through some beautiful parts of the city and surrounding areas, allowing you to experience the local atmosphere before reaching A Granxa do Xesto.