Route of Castellón

This stage marks the entry into Córdoba province. The route traverses a sea of olives on a terrain of gentle undulations. It is a day of great beauty, that enters the comarca of Subbética. The destina...

This stage marks the entry into Córdoba province. The route traverses a sea of olives on a terrain of gentle undulations. It is a day of great beauty, that enters the comarca of Subbética. The destination is Lucena, "the Pearl of Sefarad", one of the most important cities in the province. Its Jewish past, its baroque patrimony and lively atmosphere make it a monumental and cultural stop of first order.

This stage continues through the Cordoban countryside, on a terrain of gentle undulations. The landscape is dominated by olive groves, which produce one of the most famous oils in the world. The route...

This stage continues through the Cordoban countryside, on a terrain of gentle undulations. The landscape is dominated by olive groves, which produce one of the most famous oils in the world. The route passes through the village of Cabra, the gateway to the Natural Park of the Subbetica Mountains. The destination is Baena, another of the capitals of olive oil, with an impressive medieval old town, Almedina, and a rich historical heritage.

This is a short and gentle stage that runs through the fertile Cordobese countryside. The landscape is dominated by olive groves. The road is comfortable, on dirt tracks that allow for a relaxed walk....

This is a short and gentle stage that runs through the fertile Cordobese countryside. The landscape is dominated by olive groves. The road is comfortable, on dirt tracks that allow for a relaxed walk. It's a transition day, ideal for recovering strength. Arrival in Castro del Río, a village with notable historical heritage, including a castle and a Roman bridge, crowns an otherwise peaceful day on the Mozárabe Route.

This stage has as its destination one of the most fascinating cities in history: Córdoba. The route is long but mostly flat, following the Guadajoz River valley. The landscape is agricultural, with la...

This stage has as its destination one of the most fascinating cities in history: Córdoba. The route is long but mostly flat, following the Guadajoz River valley. The landscape is agricultural, with large areas of cultivation. The final stretch becomes more urban. Entering Córdoba and discovering its historic quarter, a World Heritage Site, with its Mezquita-Cathedral, Alcázar, and Jewish Quarter, is an unforgettable experience and one of the major highlights of any pilgrimage to southern Spain.

Leaving behind the monumental Cordoba, this stage marks the beginning of the ascent to Sierra Morena. It is a transitional day that leaves the flat plain of the countryside for a landscape of low moun...

Leaving behind the monumental Cordoba, this stage marks the beginning of the ascent to Sierra Morena. It is a transitional day that leaves the flat plain of the countryside for a landscape of low mountains and heathland. The route is a continuous and demanding climb, especially in its final stretch. The pilgrim can enjoy spectacular views of the city of Cordoba as they gain height. Arrival at Villaharta, a town with a past as a spa resort, offers well-deserved rest in a mountainous setting.

This stage enters the heart of the Pedroches Valley, one of Europe's largest oak savannas. The profile is a continuous rise and fall through a landscape of great beauty and solitude. It's a journey to...

This stage enters the heart of the Pedroches Valley, one of Europe's largest oak savannas. The profile is a continuous rise and fall through a landscape of great beauty and solitude. It's a journey to enjoy nature in its purest form. Arrival at Alcaracejos, one of the most important towns in the region, offers a peaceful final stage with a strong flavor of tradition.

This stage continues through the Pedroches Valley, on a route that combines sections of the ancient Roman road with trails between pastures. It's a day of great beauty and solitude. The arrival at Hin...

This stage continues through the Pedroches Valley, on a route that combines sections of the ancient Roman road with trails between pastures. It's a day of great beauty and solitude. The arrival at Hinojosa del Duque, a village with an impressive cathedral, is a monumental final stage. This stage requires good physical effort, but rewards with unforgettable landscapes.

This long stage marks the passage from Andalusia to Extremadura. The route passes through the La Serena region, one of the most sparsely populated and wild areas on the peninsula. The profile is a con...

This long stage marks the passage from Andalusia to Extremadura. The route passes through the La Serena region, one of the most sparsely populated and wild areas on the peninsula. The profile is a continuous rise and fall. The landscape is austere in beauty, with large expanses of grasslands and low mountains. It's a day of great solitude. The arrival at Monterrubio de la Serena, already in the province of Badajoz, famous for its olive oil, is the reward for a day of great effort.