Rabanal del Camino → Ponferrada
Epic stage featuring the Cruz de Ferro (1,505m), the highest point of the Camino where pilgrims leave a stone brought from home. Steep descent through Molinaseca to Ponferrada with its Templar castle.
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Points of interest
Ponferrada Municipal Hostel
HostelMunicipal hostel with 200 beds next to the Templar Castle. The largest on the route.
6-8€Molinaseca Fountain
FountainFountain next to the Roman bridge of Molinaseca. In summer, pilgrims swim in the Meruelo river.
Templar Castle (Ponferrada)
Monument12th-century Templar castle, the largest in northwest Spain. Museum and exhibitions inside.
Iron Cross (Cruz de Ferro)
CrossThe highest point on the Camino Francés (1505m). Tradition of leaving a stone brought from home at the foot of the cross. A very emotional moment.
Church of Santiago de Peñalba (El Acebo)
ChurchSmall church in the village of El Acebo with a stone facade. At the entrance there is a monument to the cyclist pilgrim.
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