Stage of the Camino
Monterrubio de la Serena to Castuera
From Monterrubio de la Serena To Castuera
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Distance
18.40 km
Duration
7.33 h
Difficulty
Easy
Ascent
280 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
Stage through the region of La Serena, one of the most extensive and best preserved livestock plains in Europe. The 24 km run through endless pastures with characteristic sheepfolds and shepherds' huts. Castuera is the capital of La Serena, famous for its P.D.O. cheese made from raw Merino sheep's milk, considered one of the best cheeses in the world. This is a stage of great scenic amplitude.
Leaving Astorga, this stage marks the beginning of the ascent to the León Mountains, a drastic change in landscape and a new challenge for the pilgrim. The path enters the Maragatería region, famous for its stone villages and traditional architecture. The route is a continuous but generally gentle ascent, passing through towns such as Murias de Rechivaldo and Santa Catalina de Somoza. The destination is Rabanal del Camino, an important Jacobean enclave with great hospitality tradition, ideal for resting before the big climb to the Iron Cross.
Last updated: 15/05/2026
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