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Castile and León
León
Astorga
Santa Colomba De Somoza

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) – Iron Cross loop from Cruz de Ferro

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Hiking trails & Routes
Spain
Castile and León
León
Astorga
Santa Colomba De Somoza

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) – Iron Cross loop from Cruz de Ferro

Easy

5.0

(6)

29

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Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) – Iron Cross loop from Cruz de Ferro

01:03

3.86km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Hostel

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1

3 m

Domus Dei Pilgrims' Hostel, Foncebadón

Highlight • Mountain Hut

French Way of Santiago

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2

118 m

Wooden Cross

Highlight • Religious Site

If you decide to explore this route, you will be surrounded by nature, history and stunning views. Enjoy your hike! 🏞️🚶‍♂️🥾🚵🌞

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3

134 m

Along the Way

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4

652 m

Panorama

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

1.91 km

Cross and Hermitage

Highlight • Religious Site

6

1.96 km

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross)

Highlight • Monument

The prayer of the Cruz de Ferro reads: “Lord, may this stone, symbol of my effort on my pilgrimage, which I lay at the foot of the Cross of the …

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7

1.97 km

Iron Cross

Highlight • Monument

It is also known as Cruz de Fierro (Iron Cross). A mountain landmark (1504 m) that stands on the French Way in the mountains of León as it passes through …

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8

2.64 km

Milestone

Highlight • Monument

B

3.86 km

End point

Hostel

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.82 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.82 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 17 October

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