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View of Foncebadón – Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) loop from Rabanal del Camino

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Spain
Castile and León
León
Astorga
Santa Colomba De Somoza

View of Foncebadón – Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) loop from Rabanal del Camino

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View of Foncebadón – Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) loop from Rabanal del Camino

04:17

15.1km

350m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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1.83 km

Camino Francés: Rabanal del Camino to Ponferrada Trail

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If you have the opportunity to explore this trail, you will enjoy the natural beauty and ecological richness of the area. Good hike! 🌿🚶‍♀️

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2.13 km

Path Through Shrubland

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

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3.64 km

Panoramic View

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If you have the opportunity to explore this trail, you will enjoy the natural beauty and ecological richness of the area. Good hike! 🌿🚶‍♀️

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4.31 km

High Plateau Above Foncebadón

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The uniquely beautiful plateau up to Foncebadon makes the strenuous climb worthwhile!

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4.61 km

View of Foncebadón

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5.39 km

Foncebadón Village

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Great place to stay for the views, or rest and take refreshment after the long climb from Rabanal, before the final push up to the Cruz de Ferro

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7.52 km

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross)

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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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9.53 km

Trail to Foncebadón

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Section that runs between Foncebadón and Rabadal del Camino, just over 5 km.

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.7 km

1.33 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.5 km

1.57 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 17 October

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