Stage of the Camino
Santander to Santillana del Mar
From Santander To Santillana del Mar
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Destination
Distance
36.30 km
Duration
9.00 h
Difficulty
Alta
Ascent
250 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This stage continues through the beautiful Ambroz Valley, on a terrain of continuous ascent. The landscape is of great beauty, with oak and beech forests, and traditional villages. The route follows the path of the Roman road, with spectacular paved sections. The destination is Baños de Montemayor, a thermal village known since Roman times. Its spa offers the pilgrim the possibility of a relaxing bath, an ideal reward after a day of effort and beauty.
The journey to Baños de Montemayor is one of the most beautiful on the Via de la Plata in Extremadura. The path ascends the Ambroz Valley, with a continuous but generally gentle climb. The landscape is spectacular, with lush forests of oaks and beeches, especially in autumn when the valley takes on orange hues. The route largely follows the Roman road, and pilgrims can walk over well-conserved paved sections. The journey passes through the village of Aldeanueva del Camino. Arrival at Baños de Montemayor marks the end of the stage. This town is famous for its thermal waters, which were already being exploited by the Romans. Its Roman bathhouse is the perfect place for a pilgrim to relax and recover their muscles. The old quarter of Baños retains traditional local architecture and an extremely welcoming atmosphere.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
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Accommodations in this Stage
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Eurostars Hotel Real
Hotel Casa del Marqués
Dorma Coliseum
Dorma Sardinero
Gran Hotel Sardinero
Gran Hotel Victoria
Hotel Bahía
Hotel Cuevas - Adults Only
Hotel Rhin Garden
Hotel Sol Boutique
La Casona de Revolgo
Santemar
Soho Boutique Palacio de Pombo
Vincci Puertochico
Abba Santander
Hotel Altamira
Hotel Art Santander
Hotel Chiqui
Hotel Colonial de Santillana
Hotel Museo Los Infantes
Hotel Santillana
ibis Styles Santander
Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía
Hotel BESTPRICE Santillana
Hotel Picos De Europa
Hotel Salldemar
APARTAMENTOS EL ROJU
Apartamentos Estela de Altamira
Hospederia Santillana
Hotel Royal Suite Santander
La Casa del Organista
La casuca de Candela
Le Petit Boutique Hotel
Montañes
Pension Castio
Posada Herrán
Posada La Fontana
Posada la Leyenda
Santamira Street
Suite Home Pinares
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