Origin
Destination
Distance
24.20 km
Duration
6.05 h
Difficulty
Easy
Descent
80 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This stage continues through the Extremaduran countryside, on a gentle terrain with little difficulty. It is an enjoyable day that crosses a landscape of vineyards and olive groves, characteristic of the Tierra de Barros region. The road, well signposted, runs along comfortable paths that allow for rapid progress. The stage concludes in the noble city of Zafra, known as "Little Seville". Its impressive Plaza Grande and Plaza Chica, its Alcázar (now a National Parador) and lively atmosphere make it one of the most interesting and recommended stops on the entire Via de la Plata.
The stage that unites Fuente de Cantos with Zafra is a pleasant journey that ventures into the Tierra de Barros comarca, a famous area known for the fertility of its reddish lands, dedicated mainly to grape and olive cultivation. The route is comfortable, with a profile of gentle undulations and no notable difficulty.
The path advances along wide dirt tracks, through an open and luminous landscape. It passes by Medina de las Torres, a small town with the remains of a castle and a beautiful church. It's a good place for an intermediate break.
The approach to Zafra anticipates arrival at an important location. This city, of great historical and commercial significance, is popularly known as "Seville little" due to its beauty and lively atmosphere. Its monumental heritage is exceptional. The pilgrim is received by the city walls and its imposing Alcázar of the Dukes of Feria, which today hosts the Parador de Turismo.
The heart of Zafra are its two adjacent and covered plazas, the Plaza Grande and the Plaza Chica, a space full of life and terraces. Walking through its old town is discovering Gothic churches, convents, and palaces that speak of its rich past. Zafra offers a complete range of services and is a perfect stop to enjoy culture, gastronomy, and Extremaduran hospitality.
The path advances along wide dirt tracks, through an open and luminous landscape. It passes by Medina de las Torres, a small town with the remains of a castle and a beautiful church. It's a good place for an intermediate break.
The approach to Zafra anticipates arrival at an important location. This city, of great historical and commercial significance, is popularly known as "Seville little" due to its beauty and lively atmosphere. Its monumental heritage is exceptional. The pilgrim is received by the city walls and its imposing Alcázar of the Dukes of Feria, which today hosts the Parador de Turismo.
The heart of Zafra are its two adjacent and covered plazas, the Plaza Grande and the Plaza Chica, a space full of life and terraces. Walking through its old town is discovering Gothic churches, convents, and palaces that speak of its rich past. Zafra offers a complete range of services and is a perfect stop to enjoy culture, gastronomy, and Extremaduran hospitality.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
Where to Sleep
Accommodations in this Stage
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Hotel Boutique iulia 5 Estrellas
Casa Rural Ecológica Huerta del Pirata
Hotel Boutique Conde de la Corte
Hotel Casa Ernestina
Hotel Casa Luna
Hotel Casa Palacio Conde de la Corte
Los Balcones de Zafra
Parador de Zafra
Hotel Aptos Alejandra Homes by Maxi Hoteles
Hotel Atalayas Zafra
Hotel Las Eras
Huerta Honda
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