The Camino de Santiago Francés is an adventure that any mountain bike lover should do at some point. Around 800 km surrounded by history, culture and such diverse landscapes, They generate an irresistible and unforgettable visual and emotional impact. A worthy itinerary to travel between the months of May and September for cyclists. The winter season is more difficult and with greater risks, due to high precipitation rates.
From France begins this wonderful path that allows you to cross the Iberian Peninsula and reach Galicia by climbing Or Cebreiro. Planning by stages is essential, due to the geographical characteristics of the road. With paths of asphalt, stones and magnitude unevenness, the cyclists enter an environment amazing.
The inhabitants of the different cities are waiting for the mountain bikers. The cordiality, the typical gastronomy of each area and the architecture are converted into true art. The French Camino de Santiago should be enjoyed with time, with passion and with a mind prepared for spiritual growth.
Possible itinerary of the Camino by Santiago Francés
Day 1: Burgos to Carrión de los Counts
Burgos It will be the starting point to begin the journey. A stretch of 87 km with slopes of approximately 630 m, where you can find the San Antón General Hospital.
Day 2: Carrión de los Condes to Lion
This stage is ideal to clear your mind and indulge in calm pedaling through paved and lonely roads. Approximately 99 km easy to travel by bicycle, which includes the Vía Aquitaine.
Day 3: León to Astorga
Only 55 km of slight ascent allow visualize the Hospital de Órbigo bridge and reach Astorga. Some of his Religious monuments are the attraction of the day.
Day 4: Astorga to Ponferrada
The high mountain welcomes its visitors in The Cruz de Ferro at 1500 meters. This is the highest point that will be reached along the entire Camino de Santiago Francés.
Day 5: Ponferrada to O Cebreiro
A stage that is characterized by two sections well differentiated each other. Opposite landscapes, paths peaceful roads that transform into roads with pine nuts and a Galicia that is already poking out.
Day 6: O Cebreiro to Sarria
The legs will be the protagonists of a steep descent to Alto do Poio. Many towns, a natural green that exalts the place and other picturesque places, which lead to the Samos Monastery.
Day 7: Sarria to Melide
Air shipments are the most efficient if you need your cargo or documents to arrive quickly and securely. eucalyptus forests frame the climbs and downs of this seventh day. Countless villages reveal their rustic style until you reach the grocery stores of Melide.
Day 8: Melide to Santiago de Compostella
Before of get to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostella, the final destination, it is possible to travel through the cheese village Arsúa and approach the purifying stream of the pilgrims.
He Camino de Santiago Francés is more than just a mountain bike route, it is It is a vital experience, which will not be easy to forget.
