French Way by bike from Burgos
More and more pilgrims decide to do the Camino de Santiago by bike. Burgos and its Gothic cathedral, declared a Unesco World Heritage Site, will be the starting point of your adventure along the millenary French Way of St. James, a cultural and spiritual route that will take you to some of the most emblematic places in northern Spain; León, Ponferrada or O Cebreiro will guide you to Santiago de Compostela.
What does this route consist of?
488 kms
9 nights
8 stages
€/pax.
Included Services
- Accommodation in hotels and rural houses
- Rooms with private bathroom
- Travel insurance
- Welcome Pack with Credential
- 24 hour assistance
- Complete route itinerary
- Vehicle available for emergencies
- Free cancellation up to 15 days before
Optional Services
- Breakfasts
- Dinners
- Luggage transport
- Bicycle rental
- Electric bike rental
- Airport transfer
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Stages of the French Way by bike from Burgos
Day 1
Burgos
Night at Burgos
When you arrive in Burgos, we recommend you visit its most emblematic monuments, including the Cathedral of Santa María la Mayor, a magnificent representative of the Gothic style, recognised as a National Monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nor should you miss the Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas, the Carthusian Monastery of Santa María de Miraflores, the Church of San Gil Abad, the Monastery of San Juan and the Archbishop's Palace, among others.
Day 2
From Burgos a Carrión de los Condes
Night at Carrión de los Condes
87 km
7 - 8 h
You will leave Burgos behind to enter the plain and austere lands of Castilla y León. From Hornillos del Camino, passing through Castrojeriz, where you can visit the Collegiate Church of Santa María del Manzano, you will reach Frómista; this town is famous for the Romanesque church of San Martín, a World Heritage Site.
You will end this peaceful stage in Carrión de los Condes, a former residence of kings, where you can enjoy its rich artistic and architectural heritage. For example, the Royal Monastery of Santa Clara and the Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de Belén.
Day 3
From Carrión de los Condes to León.
Night at León
89 km
7 - 8 h
You will begin this stage by travelling along the Via Aquitania until you reach Calzadilla de la Cueza, the birthplace of the famous legend of The Hen with the Golden Eggs. You will then officially enter the lands of León; here the route is marked out by La Calzada del Coto and Calzadilla de los Hermanillos until you reach Sahagún, a pretty village where Mudejar architecture predominates.
You will pass Burgo del Ranero and its Romanesque churches, the old walled town of Mansilla de la Mulas to finally reach your destination... You have finally arrived in León! You will be able to enjoy its many charms such as its gothic cathedral, the Casa de los Botines and the Palacio de los Guzmanes.
Day 4
From León to Astorga
Night at Astorga
49 km
5 - 6 h
You will start your stage towards Hospital de Órbigo, a perfect alternative if you want to avoid the national road and cycle quietly through fields.
You will leave behind the plain road that was predominant in the previous stages to enter more mountainous landscapes. The end of this stage is in Astorga, a town famous for its modernist architecture, where you can visit the Episcopal Palace, designed by Antoni Gaudí himself.
Day 5
From Astorga to Ponferrada
Night at Ponferrada
53 km
5 - 6 h
Once we arrive in the city of Ponferrada, we will have the opportunity to visit its beautiful old town, visit the Castle of the Templars and delight in the local gastronomy offered by the local mountains such as botillo and some of the best meats in Spain.
Day 6
From Ponferrada to O Cebreiro
Night at O Cebreiro / Herrerías
55 km
6 - 7 horas
From O Cebreiro we pass through the 'Serra de Rañadoiro' (Rañadoiro Mountains) and, after crossing the Alto do Poio we descend to the village of Triacastela.
Day 7
From O Cebreiro to Portomarín
Night at Portomarín
62 km
7 - 8 horas
It is advisable to visit the Romanesque church in the village of Barbadelo. If you want to make your walk much shorter, we offer you to divide this route into two stages and spend the night in the beautiful village of Ferreiros.
Day 8
From Portomarín to Arzúa
Night at Arzúa
54 km
6 - 7 horas
In this stage of the Camino de Santiago you will start walking downhill and then pass through beautiful forests, quiet villages and several streams throughout the day.
When you are in A Calle de Ferreiros you should take an exit to the right and cross the village of Boavista.
Day 9
From Arzúa to Santiago de Compostela
Night at Santiago de Compostela
39.7 km
4 - 5 horas
This stage of the Way begins with a descent that runs through magical forests and streams that make up an idyllic landscape. This is an easy stretch where you can visit the chapel of Santa Irene or the church of Santa Eulalia de O Pedrouzo. You will head towards the end of your journey via Lavacolla, passing Monte do Gozo, where you will be able to make out the towers of the cathedral on the horizon. You will arrive in Santiago through the San Lázaro neighbourhood and go down towards the historic quarter, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, until you reach Obradoiro square, where you will finally see Santiago Cathedral. If you wish and you have started your walk early, you can attend the pilgrim's mass, celebrated at 12 noon.
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