La Bañeza

La Bañeza is one of the most important cities in south León province and a key stop on the Via de la Plata. Of commercial tradition and crossroads, it offers pilgrims a complete range of services for comfortable and restorative rest. The city has an animated atmosphere, especially on its Royal Street and Main Square. Its churches of Santa María and El Salvador are its main landmarks. La Bañeza is also famous for its carnivals, one of the most original in Spain. For hikers, it's an ideal urban stop to refuel, enjoy local cuisine and feel the pulse of a dynamic city before arriving at Astorga.