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Camino de Santiago from Sahagun to Leon

5 Days

32,8 miles | 53 Km

Sahagun - Leon

From $514

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Immerse yourself in an unforgettable tour on a stretch of the 5^th section of the Camino Frances. Get to know the province of Leon, from the charming medieval town of Sahagun to Leon, the capital of the region, which is characterized by its architectural beauty and extensive historical tradition.

Discover the beautiful landscapes of cereal and grain fields.
Have the privilege of visiting Casa Botines, an important work from Antoni Gaudi's neo-Gothic period.
Enter the Central Plateau.
Discover the historical and cultural richness in these lands.
Delight in the gastronomic delights that this region has to offer you.

Furthermore, by booking your Camino de Santiago from Sahagun with Orbis Ways, you will stay in en suite rooms in charming hotels and country cottages and we will transfer your luggage between stages.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Sahagun

This tour of a section on the fifth section of the Camino Frances begins in Sahagun. In this beautiful townyou can stroll through its charming streets and get to know the Church of San Lorenzo, in Mudejar-Romanesque style, built in the first half of the 13^th century.

Overnight in Sahagun

Hostal Domus Viatoris

Located in Sahagun, it offers rooms with a private bathroom, TV and free Wi-Fi.

The accommodation has a bar and a restaurant where you can taste typical cuisine.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Day 2 - Sahagun to El Burgo Ranero 10,8 miles | 17,4 km

Immerse yourself in the Central Plateau, a relief area at an average height of 600 metres above sea level, which occupies much of the surface of the Iberian Peninsula. Here you can enjoy beautiful views of the extensive and traditional fields.

Overnight in El Burgo Ranero

Hotel Castillo El Burgo

It offers excellent public areas, including a terrace, restaurant and bar.

The rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Day 3 - El Burgo Ranero to Mansilla de las Mulas 11,7 miles | 18,9 km

The day begins passing through Reliegos, a small town located in the middle of the areas of Tierras de Campos and Vega del Esla, where, in ancient times, three military roads converged.

Later you can follow the "Via Trajana", a Roman route that links Bordeaux with Astorga, until you reach Mansillas de las Mulas, a Castilian town located on the banks of the River Esla and retaining its medieval charm.

Overnight in Mansillas de las Mulas

La Casa de los Soportales

This accommodation offers a quiet and comfortable atmosphere amid rustic and cosy decor. The rooms have private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Day 4 - Mansilla de las Mulas to Leon 12 miles | 19,3 km

Today's walk is characterized by being very short and calm. You'll start by crossing the River Esla and then walk near cornfields and open-pit canals.

You will pass Arcahueja, a town located on the banks of Arroyo de la Pega, a tributary of the River Porma.

Later you will continue to Leon, a city that is definitely worth knowing, because, having been the capital of the kingdom of Castile during the Middle Ages, it has great historical and cultural value.

Overnight in Leon

Hotel Alda Vía León

This centrally located hotel offers rooms with private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi throughout its facilities.

You can enjoy a buffet breakfast at its restaurant.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Day 5 - Leon

You can enjoy this last day of your walking holiday in the charming city of Leon, famous among pilgrims for being a place of passage on the Camino de Santiago route.

Walk through its beautiful streets and discover incredible medieval buildings.

Stop to visit its Cathedral, known by the nickname Pulchra Leonina, a Catholic temple of the Gothic style with French influence dating back to the 13^th century.

A must-see is Casa Botines or the house of Fernandez y Andres, an important work from Antoni Gaudi's neo-Gothic period, declared in 1969 as a Historical Monument.

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Services

Included

Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels and country cottages
Daily Breakfasts
Luggage transfers between accommodations
Camino de Santiago pilgrim credential
Information dossier with maps and routes
24-hour telephone support
Assistance vehicle in case of emergency
Travel insurance
Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO₂ emissions of your trip
Taxes

Extras

Cancellation insurance
Additional nights
Dinners
Picnics

Accomodation

General information

The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.

Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.

The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.

We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.

The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.

Room types

It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.

All rooms have private bathrooms.

Travel & transfers

We recommend flying to Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas airport (MAD).

From Madrid, you can take a train from "Madrid Chamartín" station to Sahagún. The train company that operates this line is "Renfe".On their website you can see details of timetables and buy tickets.

At the end of your trip in Leon, you can take a direct train to Madrid. The train company operating this line is "Renfe".

FAQs

Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?

Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:

Maximum weight of 45 lbs (20 kg).
Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).

The approximate luggage delivery time will be at 4:00 PM.

What is the best time of year to do this trip?

You can visit the Camino de Santiago at any time of the year. To choose the time that best suits your needs and tastes, you only have to take into account the season and the weather conditions.

How far in advance should I book my trip?

What equipment do I need to bring?

Once you make your reservation we will send you all the detailed information about the specific equipment you need for this route, considering recommendations for shoes, boots, clothes and a day-to day backpack.

Do I need to take out travel insurance?

Yes, this is a requirement to book with us. It's important that this insurance covers your activities, emergency evacuation, and hospital care.

Will I be free to choose my walks on this route?

Since it is a self-guided walking holiday, we will give you the instructions for the walking routes and provide you with detailed maps so you can enjoy them at your own pace, safely and with the certainty of always being accompanied by Orbis Ways.

What does the complete route itinerary consist of?

The full route itinerary will be sent to you one month before the trip, along with accommodation reservations and baggage transfers. There you can find maps, places of interest and route profiles.

What should I know about the accommodation?

All rooms in all accommodations on this tour are private, have an ensuite bathroom and all the comforts necessary to spend an excellent night after a day of walking.

What should my physical preparation be?

Before setting off for the Camino de Santiago, it is recommended that both people who live a sedentary life, and those who exercise, physically prepare for a couple of months previously, taking daily walks or at least three times a week, and increasing the amount of time and kilometres that they travel.

Can some of the longer stages of the itinerary be divided?

Yes, below is a list of all the stages that we can divide, so that you do not have to walk so many daily kilometres:

St. Jean Pied de Port to Roncesvalles (with overnight in Valcarlos).
Roncesvalles to Zubiri (with overnight in Bizkarreta).
Los Arcos to Logroño (with overnight in Viana).
Mazarife to Astorga (with overnight in Hospital de Órbigo).
Rabanal del Camino to Ponferrada (with overnight in El Acebo de San Miguel).
Villafranca del Bierzo to O Cebreiro (with overnight in Las Herrerías).
Sarria to Portomarín (with overnight in Ferreiros).
Portomarín to Palas de Rei (with overnight in Ventas de Narón).
Palas de Rei to Arzúa (with overnight in Melide).

There are some stages that cannot be divided as our quality department has determined that it is not recommended based on our standards. This is because luggage cannot be transported or there are no accommodations available. For the stages you find longer, you can take a taxi in the morning after breakfast, to drop you off at a point along the way where you can guarantee to finish the stage. This is the most popular option with walkers. You can also take a look at these other options of the Camino Frances.