Cycling the Camino Frances: Leon to Santiago

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Region
Castile & Leon
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

Experience the thrill of mountain biking from León to Santiago. This self-guided bike tour lets you cycle the second half of the route to Santiago. Your bike tour starts in Leon and you will cycle 318 kilometers to Santiago de Compostella, along the way you will enjoy spectacular landscapes and beautiful towns. Begin your Camino de Santiago in the ancient Roman capital of Leon, gradually making your way to Astorga, where you can visit the Santa María de Astorga Cathedral and Gaudí's palaces.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive in Leon

Arrive in Leon

Day 2: Bike to Astorga

53 km 340 m

D1

Bike to Astorga

Day 3: Ride to Ponferrada

55 km 988 m

D1

Ride to Ponferrada

Day 4: Ascent to O Cebreiro

54 km 1064 m

D1

Ascent to O Cebreiro

Day 5: Rural Landscapes to Portomarín

61 km 801 m

D1

Rural Landscapes to Portomarín

Day 6: Continue on Bike to Arzúa

55 km 1068 m

D1

Continue on Bike to Arzúa

Day 7: Arrival in Santiago de Compostela

40 km 637 m

D1

Arrival in Santiago de Compostela

Day 8: End of Your Camino on Bike

End of Your Camino on Bike

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Castile & Leon

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