Origin
Destination
Distance
22.50 km
Duration
7.50 h
Difficulty
Media
Ascent
80 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This stage of the Forgotten Way continues to skirt the Ebro reservoir, on a terrain of gentle undulations. It is a day of great landscape beauty, with water and mountains as protagonists. The route passes through small Cantabrian villages that preserve their rural charm. The path approaches the official birthplace of the Ebro River in Fontibre. The destination is the small village of Olea, a haven of peace in the Campoo region, ideal for a quiet rest.
The route that unites Arija with Olea is an enjoyable stroll through the Cantabrian countryside of Campoo. The profile is mainly flat, with gentle undulations, and the road follows the banks of the Ebro Reservoir. The landscape is of great beauty, with the waters of the reservoir on one side and the mountains of the Cantabrian Mountains on the other. The most important point of the stage is a visit to Fontibre, where the official source of the River Ebro is found. It's a beautiful place, with a crystal-clear spring that gives rise to Spain's most voluminous river. After visiting Fontibre, the road continues until the small town of Olea. It's a traditional village with a lovely Romanesque church. Its tranquil atmosphere is perfect for the pilgrim's rest, allowing total immersion in nature and history, making it an ideal stage to recover strength and enjoy the landscape before returning to Palentine territory.
Last updated: 18/08/2025
Where to Sleep
Accommodations in this Stage
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Cal Roure Boutique Hotel
Ciutat Igualada
Hotel America
Hotel America Igualada
Ramblanova
Amplio ático con terraza y vistas
Apartamento a 3 Kms. de IGUALADA
Apartamento en el Centro
Cal Maco Alberg i centre de visitants
Cozy studio in Igualada of 20 m²
El Loft
Holidays Domus Papokkio
Local
My Home in Igualada
Pis amb grans vistes a Montserrat
Somiatruites
Welcoming Apartment in Igualada - 65.2 m² - 8 people
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