Day 3 - Astorga to Rabanal del Camino
Day 3 - Astorga to Rabanal del Camino
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 20 km
- Ascent
- 322 m
- Descent
- 42 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 857 m
- High Point
- 1.1 km
- Gradient
- 2˚
Take time in the morning to enjoy the Gaudí masterpiece of Palacio Episcopal, as the sun paints it golden in the morning. Afterwards, start your slow climb to Rabanal del Camino. In the evening, you can hear the Gregorian chants of the Benedictine monks at San Salvador del Monte Irago.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Historical
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers