Walk 22.5km from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Belorado. At stage end is Santo Domingo de la Calzada, one of the Camino’s iconic towns with a long history of pilgrim service. A relaxing stage that gently undulates among shallow valleys and low ridges, filled at first with vineyards then with wheat fields. Walk 22.1km from Nájera to Santo Domingo de la Calzada. Venture into Nájera’s old quarter for an intriguing exploration into Spanish history. Some road-walking before and after Navarrete takes away some of the charm, but the extravagant retablo of the parish church at Navarrete is an unforgettable spectacle. The first part of the walk is very pleasant as it follows a pedestrian walkway to a quiet reservoir. Torres del Río for coffee, Viana for lunch, and Calle Laurel in Logroño for a delicious tapas dinner if you have budget and are in the mood to explore. ![]() Even so, each successive town offers its rewards. The walk into Logroño may feel charmless and bleak. The trail now crosses into the Spanish wine region of La Rioja, beginning fairly flat, but as it approaches Viana developing some steep ups and downs. Still, it’s best to plan ahead and pack some lunch and plenty of water. The stretch between Villamayor and Los Arcos is one of the longest on the Camino without food or drink – unless you luck out with the presence of the food van 5km before Los Arcos. Watch carefully for the option after the Irache wine fountain and turn right in the direction of Villamayor de Monjardin for the best views. Under clear skies this stage is full of impressive scenery – mountains, valleys, grain fields and vineyards. This is Camino walking at its loveliest, with moderate difficulty and ample rest stops. Wide open skies, wheat fields, vineyards and views over rolling hills make this a scenic and memorable stage. ![]() Walk 21.6km from Puente la Reina to Estella. An optional jaunt to the beautiful and mysterious Chapel of Eunate adds a worthwhile 3.2km to the day’s total. The effects of steep uphills and downhills are cushioned somewhat by towns with ample services at regular intervals along the way. Today’s apex at Alto del Perdón offers some of the most dramatic views on the entire Camino Francés. Walk 24.4km from Pamplona to Puente la Reina. ![]() Tour the walls and fortifications, or simply relax and enjoy the charm of this ancient though young-feeling city. There’s so much to see in the center city – the cathedral, the City Hall where the running of the bulls begins, the famous bull-running statue. Arrive in the historical city of Pamplona.
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