After leaving Melide, you will walk through small villages and along quiet paths towards Arzúa, also known as the 'cheese town' of Galicia. The route mostly follows dirt and stone paths, characterised by gentle ascents and descents. The steeper climb from Ribadiso to Arzúa requires a little more effort. As you walk, you will notice a change in the vegetation: oak and chestnut forests give way to eucalyptus and pine trees. Before the final climb, treat yourself to a relaxing break on the idyllic riverbank in Ribadiso.