Camino de Santiago by Bicycle

Your bicycle adventure begins in Burgos , a historical city with an impressive Gothic cathedral. We recommend you with time to prepare your equipment and bicycle before starting the tour.

Take the opportunity to visit the Cathedral of Burgos , World Heritage, and walk through its medieval historic center. Do not forget

Check your bicycle in one of the specialized workshops of the city and make sure you have all the necessary equipment for your trip: helmet, basic tools, spare chambers and hype.

Leaving Burgos behind, you will travel the flat lands of Castilla y León. You will go through Hornillos del Camino and Castrojeriz , where you can visit the collegiate of Santa María del Manzano , and you will reach cold , famous for its Romanesque church of San Martín, monument of heritage of humanity. You will end this quiet stage in Carrión de los Condes , where you can enjoy its rich historical heritage, such as the real monastery of Santa Clara and the sanctuary of Our Lady of Bethlehem .

You will start this stage touring the via Aquitaine until reaching shoe of La Cueza , famous by the legend of the chicken of the golden eggs. You will enter Leon lands, through peoples such as Sahagún , with its Mudejar architecture, until you finally reach León, where you can admire its Gothic cathedral, the house of the ankle boots and the Guzmanes Palace.

At this stage, you will leave the flat terrain to enter more mountainous landscapes. You will go through Hospital de Órbigo , a quiet section between fields, until reaching Astorga , famous for its modernist architecture, including the work of Antoni Gaudí, the Episcopal Palace .

You will continue your journey to Ponferrada , where you can explore the old town and the Castillo de los Templarios . In addition, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the delicious local cuisine, such as Botillo and some of the best meats in Spain.

From Ponferrada, we will go to the Bierzo region, known for its vineyards. You will go through Villafranca and you will reach the Herrerías de Valcarce , where you will start a hard ascent. At the end of the stage, it awaits you or Cebreiro , a picturesque town originally from the prehistoric era, famous for their pallozas .

You will tour a mountainous stage until you reach Portomarín . On the way, you can visit the Romanesque church of Barbadelo . If you prefer a shorter stage, you can make a stop at the beautiful village of Ferreiros .

This stage will take you through beautiful forests and quiet villages. Upon reaching to Ferreiros street , you will take an exit towards Boavista , a picturesque place that is worth visiting. At the end of the day, you will reach Arzúa , where you can rest and enjoy your hospitality.

The last stage of the road will take you through magical landscapes, between forests and streams. You will go through the Monte do Gozo , where you can see the towers of the Santiago Cathedral on the horizon. You will arrive at the Plaza del Obradoiro, the heart of the city, and you can contemplate the Santiago Cathedral . If you arrived early, you can attend the pilgrim's Mass.

Your bicycle adventure begins in Ponferrada , a historical city that stands out for its impressive Templar Castle. We recommend you with time to prepare your equipment and bicycle before starting your trip.

in Ponferrada, visit the Castillo de los Templararios , a national monument since 1924, and travel the old town. You can also seal your pilgrim credential in the Tourism Office or in the Encina Basilica.

We begin the day from Ponferrada to the Bierzo region, famous for its viticulture. We will go through Villafranca del Bierzo and we will go to the Herrerías de Valcarce. Here, we face a challenging ascent before reaching or Cebreiro , a picturesque people of prehistoric origin known for their pallozas .

If there is no availability in O Cebreiro, we can choose to spend the night in Herrerías.

This stage will take you from or Cebreiro or Herrerías to Portomarín , with a 62 km route. Along the way, we recommend visiting the Romanesque church of Barbadelo . If you prefer a shorter stage, you can make a stop in the village of Ferreiros .

At this stage, you will start descending and you will travel beautiful landscapes of forests, quiet villages and streams. You will go through the town of to Calle de Ferreiros and you will take a small deviation towards the village of Boavista before reaching Arzúa , where you will rest to continue the next day.

The last stage of your tour begins with a descent between magical forests and streams. During the day, you can visit the chapel of Santa Irene or the church of Santa Eulalia de O Pedrouzo . You will continue towards Lavacolla , where you will begin to see the towers of the Santiago Cathedral on the horizon. You will go through the Mount Do Gozo and you will finally reach the Plaza del Obradoiro in Santiago, where you can contemplate the majestic cathedral.

If you arrive early, do not forget to attend the Mass of the pilgrim , which is celebrated at 12 noon.

León is a city with a great story as a pilgrim's passage. Once you arrive, we suggest exploring its historic center and visit the imposing Santa María de Rule cathedral, an excellent example of the Gothic. Take the opportunity to travel the famous humid neighborhood , where you can enjoy traditional tapas and know local life. A perfect experience to start your adventure!

This stage begins with a quiet departure from León, heading towards Hospital de Órbigo . It is an ideal option to avoid the national road, enjoying a tour of the fields that surround the area. As you advance, the land becomes more mountainous. The day culminates in Astorga , a place famous for its modernist architecture, highlighting the Episcopal Palace , designed by Antoni Gaudí .

Today we will pedal towards Ponferrada , a city that stands out for its imposing Castillo de los Templarios . Take the opportunity to explore its old town, full of medieval charm, and savor local gastronomy, with delicacies such as Botillo , a typical dish of the region, along with some of the best meats in Spain. Without a doubt, Ponferrada is a perfect place to rest and enjoy the history and culture of the road.

From Ponferrada , we headed towards the Bierzo region, known for its excellent viticulture. We will cross Villafranca del Bierzo and continue to Las Herrerías de Valcarce , where we will face a challenging ascent. The reward will be the picturesque people of or Cebreiro , with their origin in prehistory and its pallozas traditional. If there is no availability in O Cebreiro, we could stay in Herrerías.

Today we will cross beautiful landscapes while we are going to Portomarín . During the tour, do not visit the Romanesque church of Barbadelo . If you prefer to shorten the day, we can divide this stage in two and make a stop in the village of Ferreiros , a lovely and quiet place.

This stage takes place through quiet forests and picturesque villages. You will start descending and, throughout the day, you will cross several streams. Upon reaching to Ferreiros Street , you will take a leaving right and cross the village of Boavista before reaching Arzúa , where you will spend the night and rest to continue the next day.

In your last stage, you will enjoy a descent through magical forests and streams. It is a simple stretch, ideal to reflect on your path. You can visit the chapel of Santa Irene or the church of Santa Eulalia de O Pedrouzo . You will finally reach Santiago de Compostela , where you will go through Lavacolla and the Monte do joy , from where you can see the towers of the cathedral. You will enter the historic center of the city, declared a World Heritage, and you will reach the Plaza del Obradoiro , where you can admire the majestic Cathedral of Santiago . If you arrive on time, do not miss the Mass of the pilgrim at 12 noon.

Your bicycle adventure begins in Roncesvalles , one of the most iconic points of the French road. This picturesque people of the Pyrenees, with just 30 inhabitants, stands out for its impressive medieval architecture, especially the Collegiate of Santa María . Here you can breathe the essence of the road from the first moment and enjoy the peace of this little mountain shelter.

Today we will pedal between leafy beech, oak and pine forests. After crossing two mountain ports, the tour will take us to a pronounced decrease towards Zubiri . From there, we will continue until we reach Pamplona , where we recommend you travel its old town, the Citadel and the City Council . Pamplona is famous for its parties, but it is also a place full of history and culture.

At this stage we will cross the Sierra del Perdón , a light ascent of just 260 m, followed by a pronounced descent. From the top, you can enjoy spectacular views of Pamplona and the Pyrenees. During the journey, we will visit the Hermitage of Santa María de Eunate and we will travel sections of an old Roman road before reaching Estella , famous for its rich medieval architecture.

A demanding stage with constant ups and downs. You will leave behind the arches and cross again to la Rioja , the land of wine par excellence. You will reach Logroño , the capital of the region, where you can enjoy the rich wine culture and test the delicious local gastronomy.

At this stage, you will cross Rioja lands through nájera , cradle of the Castilian language and a place highlighted by its medieval art. You will continue on a quiet section until reaching Santo Domingo de la Calzada , a town founded by Santo Domingo to help pilgrims, with a story deeply linked to the road.

The landscape of this stage is dominated by cereal culture lands. You will continue through belorado , you will cross the Sierra de los Montes de Oca and you will reach San Juan de Ortega . Finally, you go to Burgos , where you can admire your famous Gothic Cathedral , a World Heritage.

After leaving Burgos, you will enter the plains of Castilla y León, crossing locations such as Hornillos del Camino and Castrojeriz , where you can visit the collegiate of Santa María del Manzano . Upon reaching fromista , do not miss the Romanesque church of San Martín , World Heritage. You will end the day in Carrión de los Condes , a historical villa that houses monuments such as the real monastery of Santa Clara and the sanctuary of Our Lady of Bethlehem .

You will start this stage in the via Aquitaine until reaching Calzadilla de la Cueza , cradle of the legend of the chicken of the golden eggs. You will continue on the Calzada del Coto and the Calzadilla de los Hermanillos until reaching Sahagún , a town with Mudejar architecture. You will finally reach León , where you can enjoy the Gothic Cathedral , the House of Booties and the palace of the Guzmanes .

This stage begins towards Hospital de Órbigo , a perfect alternative to avoid the national road and pedal quietly through fields. As you enter more mountainous landscapes, you will reach Astorga , a town known for its modernist architecture, where you can visit the Episcopal Palace , designed by Antoni Gaudí.

When you reach Ponferrada , you can travel its beautiful old town and admire the Castle of the Templars . In addition, you will have the opportunity to test local cuisine, highlighting the famous Botillo and some of the best meats in the region.

From Ponferrada , you will enter the Bierzo region, known for its excellent wine production. You will cross Villafranca del Bierzo and you will reach the Herrerías de Valcarce , where an important ascent awaits you. After this effort, you will enjoy the picturesque town of or Cebreiro , a village with a great story that goes back to prehistory. If there is no availability in O Cebreiro, we can accommodate ourselves in Herrerías .

At this stage, it is advisable to stop in the Romanesque church of Barbadelo . If you prefer to reduce the distance, we can divide the route and stay in the picturesque village of Ferreiros .

You will start the day descending between beautiful forests and streams. The stage runs through quiet villages and small roads that will take you to Arzúa , a perfect place to rest and enjoy their relaxed atmosphere.

The last stage of the road begins with a soft descent, crossing magical landscapes of forests and streams. As you approach Santiago , you can visit the Santa Irene chapel and the church of Santa Eulalia de O Pedrouzo . Upon reaching Santiago de Compostela , you will go through the San Lázaro neighborhood , the Monte do Gozo and finally you will reach the Plaza del Obradoiro , where you can admire the majestic Cathedral of Santiago . If you arrive early, do not miss the Mass of the pilgrim , held at 12 noon.

Your bicycle adventure begins in Porto , beautiful Portuguese city on the banks of the Duero River. Before starting your tour, we recommend you visit the neighborhood of La Ribeira and taste the famous Porto wine.

The route between Porto and Barcelos is full of history. You will go through the majestic Oporto Cathedral , the impressive Vila Do Conde and the church of San Pedro de Rates . Along the way, you will enjoy the beaches of Matosinhos and Povoa de Varzim . Upon arriving in Barcelos, you will be surprised by its famous medieval bridge and the vibrant market that gives life to the city. A picturesque and relaxing path, ideal for pilgrims.

Today you will tour small villages and enter the beauty of the Portuguese Baroque with its lovely chapels. After going through Balugães , you will arrive at the impressive Lima River Valley, where it will receive you Ponte de Lima , the oldest town in Portugal. We invite you to lose yourself through its cobbled streets and enjoy its fascinating historical area.

This section of the Portuguese road takes you through rural and mountainous landscapes. You will enjoy the historic Roman Bridge of Ponte de Lima and challenge the ascent to the Sierra de Labruja . In Valença , you can't stop visiting Valença's imposing strength, with panoramic views on the Miño River. Finally, upon reaching tui , the fortified cathedral will leave you breathless with its gothic majesty.

The stage begins in the historic streets of Tui, followed by an ascent that will take you to or Porriño , where you can try its delicious bread. The road continues through the Val da Louriña , climbing towards Redondela , from where you can admire the impressive views of the Vigo estuary. You will cross the Roman bridge of Pontesampaio , famous for the battle of 1809 where local inhabitants defeated the French army. Finally, you will reach Pontevedra , a city with a fascinating old town, in whose center the Church of a pilgrim .

You will start the day crossing the Bridge of O Burgo and you will continue through beautiful eucalyptal and stream forests until reaching Caldas de Reis , famous for its hot springs. Then, you will go to Padrón , known for their illustrious writers such as Camilo José Cela and Rosalía de Castro, and for their famous peppers (some bite more than others!). From to Escravitude , where you can admire his Marian sanctuary, the road begins to ascend, and gradually you will see the towers of the Cathedral of Santiago. Upon arriving in the city, I can subtrate in its historic center, declared a World Heritage for Unesco, until you reach the Plaza del Obradoiro and contemplate the majestic cathedral.