Access Rules

All pilgrims, whether heading to Compostela or Fátima, may access the Pilgrim Hostel S. Pedro de Goães, provided they are properly identified with their Pilgrim Credential (or another relevant document).

The stay at the Pilgrim Hostel S. Pedro de Goães is limited to one night, except in cases with duly justified reasons.

Access to the S. Pedro de Goães Pilgrims’ Hostel will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis and preferably to:

a) Pilgrims on foot and/or with physical limitations;
b) Pilgrims on horseback;
c) Pilgrims by bicycle.

Organized groups (ten or more people) and pilgrims with support vehicles may only stay overnight if there are vacant spots, after 6:00 PM.

The S. Pedro de Goães Pilgrims’ Hostel has a register book, where the identification details of the pilgrims will be recorded.

The maintenance of the S. Pedro de Goães Pilgrims’ Hostel is funded by the generosity of the pilgrims. Pilgrims are kindly asked to leave a donation according to their means.

Pilgrims must leave the facilities by 9:00 AM.

1. To respect the well-deserved rest, lights must be turned off by 11:00 PM.
2. Smoking inside the facilities is prohibited.
3. Any pilgrim must avoid making noise during the night so as not to disturb the rest of the other pilgrims.
4. Pilgrims must take care of the facilities with the utmost diligence, keeping them tidy and clean, collecting trash, and placing it in the appropriate containers provided for this purpose.
5. Any damage caused, as well as any loss detected, will be the responsibility of those responsible.
6. Pilgrims must exercise restraint in the consumption of water and electricity.

In the event of non-compliance with these Rules of Use, as well as any behavior likely to be considered disruptive to the proper functioning of the “São Pedro de Goães” Pilgrims’ Hostel, the hostel authorities must require the offenders to leave the facilities, without prejudice to the investigation of responsibilities and possible reporting to the police authorities.

The Municipality of Vila Verde is not responsible for any material or personal damage resulting from the use of the Pilgrims’ Hostel.

The S. Pedro de Goães Pilgrims’ Hostel reserves the Right of Admission.

Services

:: Reception
:: Library
:: Kitchen
:: Dining/ common room
:: Sanitary facilities
:: Dormitory