Camino Lebaniego from San Vicente de la Barquera
Camino Lebaniego from San Vicente de la Barquera
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Explore one of the oldest trails, which is also an important pilgrimage route in the region of Cantabria, as you make your way to the Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liebana. The Lignum Crucis, a piece of the cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified, which was said to have miraculous and curative properties, is preserved here.
- Get to know San Vicente de la Barquera, one of the most touristic areas in Cantabria.
- Discover beautiful spots in the region, such as the San Vicente de la Barquera estuary.
- Since the Middle Ages, the "crucenos" or "cruisers" have travelled the Camino Lebaniego to worship the remains of Santo Toribio de Liebana.
- Visit the Monastery of Santo Toribio, also known as Little Jerusalem.
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Day 1 - Arrival San Vicente de la Barquera
Start this charming route along the Camino Lebaniego in San Vicente de la Barquera, a pretty town in Cantabria located very close to the spectacular Oyambre Nature Reserve.
Due to its location and natural charm, it is a favoured place for tourism.
Due to its location and natural charm, it is a favoured place for tourism.
Overnight in San Vicente de la Barquera
Hotel Azul de Galimar
You can enjoy a hotel with incredible views of the San Vicente estuary. In addition, its rooms are comfortable, with a private bathroom, balcony and TV.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - San Vicente de la Barquera to Cades 17,4 miles | 28 km
Leave San Vicente along Calle Calzadas Altas until you reach the road that will take you to Hortigal, Estrada and Serdio. Via a mountain track you reach Munorrodero, situated on the Tina Menor estuary, where pilgrims continue along the Camino del Norte or take the fork towards the Camino Lebaniego.
Take the local road to reach Cabanzon and follow a path through eucalyptus trees, known as the River Nansa Path, to the bridge of Arrudo to finally reach Cades.
Ascent: 768m (2,519ft) / Descent: 682m (2,237ft)
Take the local road to reach Cabanzon and follow a path through eucalyptus trees, known as the River Nansa Path, to the bridge of Arrudo to finally reach Cades.
Ascent: 768m (2,519ft) / Descent: 682m (2,237ft)
Overnight in Cades
Casona del Nansa
Relax in this hotel surrounded by a peaceful natural and rural environment next to the River Nansa.
The rooms have heating, Wi-Fi connection, TV and bathroom. Very close to the hotel, you can enjoy the beach and the Picos de Europa mountains.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
The rooms have heating, Wi-Fi connection, TV and bathroom. Very close to the hotel, you can enjoy the beach and the Picos de Europa mountains.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Cades to Cicera 10,5 miles | 17 km
Leaving Cades you will reach the villages of La Fuente, Burio and Collado de La Hoz, from where you will have incredible views of the Lamason Valley.
Continuing along the road, and with the landscape of the Picos de Europa as a backdrop, you will descend towards Cicera, a half-hidden village in the mountains with architecture typical of this region of Spain.
Ascent: 728m (2,388ft) / Descent: 315m (1,033ft)
Continuing along the road, and with the landscape of the Picos de Europa as a backdrop, you will descend towards Cicera, a half-hidden village in the mountains with architecture typical of this region of Spain.
Ascent: 728m (2,388ft) / Descent: 315m (1,033ft)
Overnight in Cicera
Posada Rural la Escuela de Cicera
Its name comes from the fact that it is located in what used to be a 16th century school, at the foot of the Picos de Europa.
The rooms have views of the Cantabrian countryside, private bathroom and heating. In the hotel you can enjoy Wi-Fi, bar and a dining room.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
The rooms have views of the Cantabrian countryside, private bathroom and heating. In the hotel you can enjoy Wi-Fi, bar and a dining room.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Cicera to Potes 7 miles | 12 km
From this point you have two options to get to Lebena: by Collado de Arcedon or the old route, the latter is the favourite of pilgrims, as it has beautiful views of the Hermida gorge and the Picos de Europa.
In Lebena, you can admire one of the most outstanding architectural works on the route, the Church of Santa Maria de Lebena, built in the year 925. Then continue along the road towards the River Deva, cross Allende and you will reach Cabanes, a small village near the River Robejo.
From there, we will transfer you to your accommodation in Potes.
Ascent: 827m (2,713ft) / Descent: 783m (2,569ft)
In Lebena, you can admire one of the most outstanding architectural works on the route, the Church of Santa Maria de Lebena, built in the year 925. Then continue along the road towards the River Deva, cross Allende and you will reach Cabanes, a small village near the River Robejo.
From there, we will transfer you to your accommodation in Potes.
Ascent: 827m (2,713ft) / Descent: 783m (2,569ft)
Overnight in Potes
Casa Cayo
The hotel is located in the village of Potes and has rooms with TV, balcony and private bathroom.
At the hotel you can enjoy a restaurant, bar, lounge and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
At the hotel you can enjoy a restaurant, bar, lounge and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Potes / Monastery of Santo Toribio / Potes 8,6 miles | 14 km
The day begins with a short transfer to Cabanes, where you will start your walk.
Later, you will go through El Herbario, a group of centuries-old chestnut trees with beautiful views of Pena Ventosa and Cueto Agero. You should also cross Pendes and follow the road to the Chapel of San Francisco and then on to the village of Tama.
Later on, you will arrive again in Potes, this time while walking, where you will be able to visit several monuments such as the Infantado Tower (from where you get incredible views of the Picos de Europa) and its historic quarter, which has been declared a Historic-Artistic Monument.
From this point, only 4.2 km separates you from the important Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liebana, which houses the "Lignum Crucis" and the remains of Santo Toribio de Liebana.
Your stay tonight will be in Potes, so you will have a transfer included from the Monastery of Santo Toribio to Potes.
Ascent: 431m (1,414ft) / Descent: 453m (1,486ft)
Later, you will go through El Herbario, a group of centuries-old chestnut trees with beautiful views of Pena Ventosa and Cueto Agero. You should also cross Pendes and follow the road to the Chapel of San Francisco and then on to the village of Tama.
Later on, you will arrive again in Potes, this time while walking, where you will be able to visit several monuments such as the Infantado Tower (from where you get incredible views of the Picos de Europa) and its historic quarter, which has been declared a Historic-Artistic Monument.
From this point, only 4.2 km separates you from the important Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liebana, which houses the "Lignum Crucis" and the remains of Santo Toribio de Liebana.
Your stay tonight will be in Potes, so you will have a transfer included from the Monastery of Santo Toribio to Potes.
Ascent: 431m (1,414ft) / Descent: 453m (1,486ft)
Overnight in Potes
Casa Cayo
The hotel is located in the village of Potes and has rooms with TV, balcony and private bathroom.
At the hotel you can enjoy a restaurant, bar, lounge and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
At the hotel you can enjoy a restaurant, bar, lounge and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Potes
From Potes, you can take a bus to Santander or Bilbao, the nearest cities.
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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
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- Cancellation insurance
- Additional nights
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
The best way to get to the starting point is to arrive at Santander's international airport, Seve Ballesteros, and from there take a bus to San Vicente de la Barquera.
Another option is to arrive at Bilbao Airport, which has several flights from different cities in Spain and Europe.
At the end of the trip, in Potes, you can take a bus to Santander or Bilbao. You can also take a bus to Llanes, and then head for Oviedo, although this airport does not have many international destinations.
Another option is to arrive at Bilbao Airport, which has several flights from different cities in Spain and Europe.
At the end of the trip, in Potes, you can take a bus to Santander or Bilbao. You can also take a bus to Llanes, and then head for Oviedo, although this airport does not have many international destinations.
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).
What is the best time of year to do this trip?
Any time between March and October will give you an amazing experience. May is undoubtedly one of the best months to complete the route, as the temperatures are moderate, as is the influx of pilgrims.
In spring, mornings and evenings are usually cool and during the day, temperatures are pleasant, with a sun that is not as scorching as in summer. However, at this time and in autumn, especially in the north where the ocean climate predominates, there are frequent rains, so we suggest you check the weather forecast.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We recommend that you book as soon as you are sure about your dates, as accommodation can fill up very quickly in this area.
What should my physical preparation be?
This route is categorized as of medium-low, as it has some demanding ascents and descents. In addition, the walks are between 15 and 30 km daily on average.
For this reason, we suggest preparing about 2 months before starting the route by walking daily, preferably on arid terrain and in a coastal climate.
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.
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:
- Comillas to Unquera (with overnight in San Vicente de la Barquera).
- San Vicente de la Barquera to Cades (with overnight in Muñorrodero).
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