San Cristóbal de la Peña a Rionegro del Puente

This 27.5 km stage enters the La Carballeda region, in a terrain of continuous undulations that demands constant effort. The landscape is dominated by extensive forests of oaks ("carballos" in Galician), which give the region its name. It's a day of great natural beauty, with long solitary stretches that invite introspection. The route passes through small villages with traditional architecture.