Origin
Destination
Distance
34.50 km
Duration
8.63 h
Difficulty
Media
Ascent
25 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This long stage connects the provinces of Albacete and Cuenca, deepening into the heart of La Mancha. The route is flat and monotonous, a challenge for the pilgrim's mind as they walk through endless trails between fields of cultivation. The route passes through the local town of Minaya. Arrival in San Clemente is a monumental reward. This village, declared a Historic-Artistic Ensemble, surprises with its impressive Renaissance Plaza Mayor and a rich heritage of churches and noble houses. It is a day of great physical effort with a cultural reward of first order.
The stage connecting La Roda to San Clemente is a 34.5km long journey that immerses the pilgrim in the deepest essence of La Mancha. The route is characterized by almost completely flat profile and a landscape of vast expanses of vineyards and fields of grain, with long straight roads that test mental endurance. The path starts at La Roda (710m), famous for its "miguelitos", and heads north, crossing the provincial border to enter Cuenca. The route passes through the local town of Minaya, which offers an intermediate rest stop. The lack of shade is a constant feature, making it a stage that requires good planning, especially during the hottest months. Despite the monotony of the landscape, the sense of vastness and solitude can be a very introspective experience. The arrival at San Clemente (735m) is a monumental reward for the day's effort. This village, declared a Historic-Artistic Ensemble, has one of La Mancha's most beautiful main squares, in Renaissance style, and an impressive collection of historic buildings, such as the Town Hall and the Santiago Apóstol church. It is a final stage that contrasts the austerity of the road with the richness of its heritage.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
Where to Sleep
Accommodations in this Stage
Find the perfect place for your rest in La Roda o San Clemente.
Albergue Municipal en la enfermeria de la Plazas de Torros
APARTAMENTOS CALDERON
Casa Rural “Los Pinos Los Charcos”.
El Callejón
Casa Rural “Tío Orestes”.
Corral del Liebro
La Casita
Casa Rural “Chalet de los Olivos”.
Hostal La Roda
Casa Rural “Santo Domingo”.
Hostal Restaurante El Polígono
Hostal San Clemente
Albergue Juvenil La Roda de Andalucía
Hostal Albergue Villa San Clemente
Hotel-Restaurante El Sueño de Jemik
Hostal Molina - LA RODA
Hotel Restaurante Juanito
C/Hernán Cortés 5
Huerta Hnos Sáez
MojacarPlus
Quitapesares
THERMOBOX SL
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