Origin
Destination
Distance
20.00 km
Duration
6.00 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Descent
100 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This journey takes the pilgrim from Granada province to Jaén province through an olive grove sea. The profile is a continuous rise and fall, typical of Andalusian landscape terrain. The route runs on earth tracks and rural roads in a beautiful environment but with scarce intermediate services. The destination is Alcalá la Real, a monumental city dominated by the impressive Fortaleza de la Mota, one of the most important alcazabas of Al-Ándalus.
The stage that connects Moclín with Alcalá la Real is a long journey that ventures into the characteristic landscape of Jaén province: the olive sea. The route is a constant rough ride, without major ports but with continuous ups and downs that add up to considerable elevation gain.
The road leaves Moclín and descends before rising again, maintaining this rhythm throughout most of the day. The route runs on red earth paths, surrounded by an endless landscape of olive groves. It's a beautiful journey but also one of solitude and sun exposure, so it's essential to be well-prepared.
You pass through small towns like Tózar or Castillo de Locubín, which offer the possibility of rest and refreshment.
The final stretch involves climbing up to Alcalá la Real. The city is dominated by the majestic Fortaleza de la Mota, an impressive walled city with its alcazaba and major church abbatial. Visiting this monumental complex is like taking a journey through time to the era of the border between Christian kingdoms and the Nasarí Kingdom of Granada. Alcalá la Real is a city with a great range of services and a heritage that well deserves an afternoon of exploration.
The road leaves Moclín and descends before rising again, maintaining this rhythm throughout most of the day. The route runs on red earth paths, surrounded by an endless landscape of olive groves. It's a beautiful journey but also one of solitude and sun exposure, so it's essential to be well-prepared.
You pass through small towns like Tózar or Castillo de Locubín, which offer the possibility of rest and refreshment.
The final stretch involves climbing up to Alcalá la Real. The city is dominated by the majestic Fortaleza de la Mota, an impressive walled city with its alcazaba and major church abbatial. Visiting this monumental complex is like taking a journey through time to the era of the border between Christian kingdoms and the Nasarí Kingdom of Granada. Alcalá la Real is a city with a great range of services and a heritage that well deserves an afternoon of exploration.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
Where to Sleep
Accommodations in this Stage
Find the perfect place for your rest in Moclin o Alcalá la Real.
Casa Grande
Hotel Torrepalma
La Gineta
Mirador Tierra de Frontera
Paraje Los Arrañales
Hotel boutique Palacio de la Veracruz
Llave De Granada
Hostal Rio de Oro
Alcalá zona Centro
Alojamiento Los Alamos
Alojamiento Privilegio de Alcalá
Amplio apartamento con terraza con vistas "Victoria Stay"
Apartamento Angustias plaza parking gratis privada incluida
apartamento nuevo
Casa el Aguardentero
Cauchil Chico
Cortijo el Ciego
Deluxe Apartament Alcalá la Real
El Cortijuelo de la Media Luna Alcalá La Real by Ruralidays
Hotel Hospederia Zacatin
La Fortaleza
La Granja de las Monjas by Ruralidays
Open Mind Hostel
Villa Ortega Alba Alcalá La Real by Ruralidays
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