Origin
Destination
Distance
18.40 km
Duration
5.50 h
Difficulty
Alta
Descent
600 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This is the queen stage of the Castellano Lebaniego Way, a high mountain day that crosses the Cantabrian Mountains. The route ascends to the Piedrasluengas Pass, over 1,300 meters above sea level, marking the border between Palencia and Cantabria. The views from the pass are spectacular. After summiting, it begins a long and pronounced descent into Liébana Valley. It's an extremely hard yet beautiful stage that requires excellent preparation. The destination, Pesaguero, is a small Cantabrian town offering well-deserved rest in a beautiful environment.
The stage that connects Camasobres with Pesaguero is the most demanding and alpine part of the entire route. The pilgrim faces the crossing of the Cantabrian Mountains through the Piedrasluengas Pass. The first part of the stage is a continuous ascent to the pass, located at 1,355 meters above sea level. The views from the top, with Palentina Mountain on one side and Picos de Europa on the other, are simply spectacular. The pass marks the border between Castile and León and Cantabria. From here, a long and in some sections pronounced descent begins towards Liébana Valley. The road enters a landscape of oak and beech forests with intense greenery. It's a downhill that requires caution and puts the knees to the test. Arrival at Pesaguero, already at the bottom of the valley, is relief. This small Cantabrian town, capital of the municipality of the same name, offers an authentic rural setting and basic services for a good rest after an unforgettable high-mountain journey.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
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