Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
Leaving behind the Pisuerga valley, this stage ascends to the Montes Torozos, a region of moors and hills. The profile becomes demanding, with an initial continuous ascent. The landscape is austere in beauty, with wide horizons and a great sense of solitude. The route passes through towns like Wamba, with its unique Mozarabic church. The destination is Peñaflor de Hornija, a small village nestled in a valley, offering a haven of peace after the traverse through the moorland.
The stage connecting Simancas with Peñaflor de Hornija is a day of change. The pilgrim leaves the Pisuerga valley to ascend into the Montes Torozos, an area of moors that rise above the meseta. The profile is demanding, with an initial climb to reach the moorland. Once up, the terrain eases but the landscape is austere and exposed to the wind. The path traverses a setting of great solitude and beauty. One of the most interesting points on the route is the town of Wamba, which houses the church of Santa María, one of the few examples of Mozarabic architecture preserved in Spain. A visit here is an experience unique for its ossuary and singular structure. After Wamba, the path continues across the moorland until it begins the descent into Hornija valley. The arrival at Peñaflor de Hornija, a small traditional village, marks the end of the stage. Its tranquil atmosphere is perfect for rest.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
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Mitriku B&B MUTRIKU SEA SIDE- Laranga Auzoa
PORTUKALE 7-2 Deba
Casa rural apartamentos Jesuskoa
Endañeta Berri Nekazalturismoa
Itxaspe
Pikamendi Baserria
USOTEGI Landetxea - Nekazalturismoa. Getaria
Agroturismo Tolare Berri
Gaintza Landa-hotela
Iturregi Hotela
Txerturi Goikoa
URAIN Suites - Apartments at Flysch-Coast
Arriola Txiki Landetxea - Hotela- Landa-Ostatua Deba
Camping & Bungalows Itxaspe
Hotel Arbe
Hotel Itxas Gain Getaria
Hotel San Prudentzio, Getaria
Saiaz Getaria Hotela
Txindurri Iturri sagardotegia
blai blai zarautz hostel
Hiru Uhinak
Santa Klara - Bed and Breakfast
Zarautz Hostel
Zelaieta BerriBi Landetxea
Casa Rural Agiña
Hotel Mutriku
Pensión Zumardi
Pilgrim Hostel of Deba
Casa Rural Pikua
Donibane Nekazalturismoa
Erlete Goikoa Nekazalturismoa
Azkue Hotel Jatetxea
Hotel Kanala
Zumaia Kanpina
Apartamento moderno Zumardi
Talasoterapia Zelai
Hotel Zarauz
Zumaia Hotela
Hostal Rin
Ibirriaga N°5
Itsaspe
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