© José Manuel Guerrero · Fotografía propia · © Todos los derechos reservadosPor Cuenca hasta Burgos
Ancient wool droving trails from Alicante or Valencia to Burgos, by way of Cuenca: deeply solitary, for the self-sufficient walker.
↑ Ascent
+8319 m
↓ Descent
−7467 m
The Camino de la Lana follows old cattle-droving routes and the wool-trade roads (16th–17th centuries) from Alicante or Valencia up to Burgos, passing through Cuenca, where it joins the Camino Francés.
Very solitary and almost without pilgrim infrastructure, it is a route for the self-sufficient walker in search of an itinerary steeped in pastoral history.
Who it's for
For the independent walker seeking solitude and open country.
The itinerary
Classic division into stages. Distances are approximate and for guidance; each pilgrim adjusts their days to their own pace.
Cumulative: 21 km
↑447 ↓203 m⏱ 5 h 45 min
Alicante
You leave the Mediterranean coast for the interior, crossing the dry hills of Alicante.
View stage →Cumulative: 40 km
↑444 ↓241 m⏱ 5 h 16 min
Alicante
A short stage through the Vinalopó region, among vineyards and almond groves.
View stage →Cumulative: 62 km
↑219 ↓169 m⏱ 5 h 36 min
Alicante
You reach Villena, with its castle and the celebrated Visigothic treasure.
View stage →Cumulative: 76 km
↑70 ↓33 m⏱ 3 h 27 min
Alicante · Albacete
A short stage crossing into Castilla-La Mancha, a land of vineyards and fine wine.
View stage →Cumulative: 101 km
↑411 ↓268 m⏱ 6 h 38 min
Albacete
You arrive in Almansa, its castle perched on a crag overlooking the town.
View stage →Cumulative: 123 km
↑278 ↓118 m⏱ 5 h 42 min
Albacete
Cumulative: 146 km
↑287 ↓293 m⏱ 5 h 57 min
Albacete
A solitary stage across the Manchegan plateau, seldom walked by pilgrims.
View stage →Cumulative: 174 km
↑251 ↓393 m⏱ 7 h 5 min
Albacete
Cumulative: 200 km
↑145 ↓92 m⏱ 6 h 26 min
Albacete · Cuenca
Cumulative: 229 km
↑335 ↓176 m⏱ 7 h 28 min
Cuenca
The lonely landscape of the Manchuela of Cuenca, very little travelled.
View stage →Cumulative: 257 km
↑285 ↓212 m⏱ 7 h 8 min
Cuenca
A long day through unpopulated country, typical of this little-known route.
View stage →Cumulative: 280 km
↑255 ↓238 m⏱ 5 h 54 min
Cuenca
You draw near to the city of Cuenca through peaceful scenery.
View stage →Cumulative: 299 km
↑150 ↓213 m⏱ 4 h 46 min
Cuenca
Arrival in Cuenca, with its famous Hanging Houses above the Huécar gorge.
View stage →Cumulative: 323 km
↑394 ↓275 m⏱ 6 h 22 min
Cuenca
You leave Cuenca for the highlands, the Huécar gorge behind you.
View stage →Cumulative: 350 km
↑153 ↓396 m⏱ 6 h 41 min
Cuenca
A solitary stage among pine woods, with a warm welcome at the final hostel.
View stage →Cumulative: 377 km
↑327 ↓311 m⏱ 6 h 58 min
Cuenca · Guadalajara
You cross the river Guadiela, the boundary between Cuenca and Guadalajara.
View stage →Cumulative: 397 km
↑445 ↓398 m⏱ 5 h 30 min
Guadalajara
A quiet stage through the Alcarria, a land of honey and gentle scenery.
View stage →Cumulative: 420 km
↑390 ↓364 m⏱ 6 h 8 min
Guadalajara
You reach Cifuentes, with its Templar castle above the town.
View stage →Cumulative: 448 km
↑353 ↓384 m⏱ 7 h 15 min
Guadalajara
Cumulative: 484 km
↑584 ↓279 m⏱ 9 h 33 min
Guadalajara
A long and lovely stage ending in the historic medieval town of Atienza.
View stage →Cumulative: 504 km
↑437 ↓384 m⏱ 5 h 29 min
Guadalajara · Soria
You reach the Alto de la Carrascosa, the highest point of the entire Camino de la Lana.
View stage →Cumulative: 527 km
↑211 ↓481 m⏱ 5 h 50 min
Soria
A quiet Sorian stage, closely following the route of El Cid.
View stage →Cumulative: 548 km
↑87 ↓167 m⏱ 5 h 9 min
Soria
You approach the Sorian Duero valley, with San Esteban a key Jacobean landmark.
View stage →Cumulative: 578 km
↑345 ↓284 m⏱ 7 h 43 min
Soria · Burgos
A long day crossing tributaries of the Duero before entering Burgos.
View stage →Cumulative: 602 km
↑433 ↓361 m⏱ 6 h 26 min
Burgos
You reach the celebrated Benedictine monastery of Santo Domingo de Silos.
View stage →Cumulative: 625 km
↑400 ↓420 m⏱ 6 h 9 min
Burgos
You cross the Majadal and the river Arlanza on the way to Mecerreyes.
View stage →Cumulative: 658 km
↑183 ↓314 m⏱ 8 h 10 min
Burgos
Final stage: you arrive in Burgos, where the Camino de la Lana joins the French Way.
View stage →Plan your daily stages
Choose which stage you start from, how many days you have and at what pace; we split the stages into days balanced by effort (distance and elevation). You can save, share or print your plan.
27 days · ≈ 658 km in total
One or more days exceed 32 effort units (kilometres plus climb: 100 m of ascent count as 1 km). Doable if you are fit, but consider adding a day.
An indicative split by effort (distance + elevation). It does not guarantee accommodation at each stop: check each stage and its hostels before finalising your plan.
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The route
Approximate track of the route with the towns it passes through.
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Where to sleep
A selection of pilgrim hostels (albergues) along the Camino, ordered from the start towards Santiago. The municipal and parish ones are usually the cheapest and many cannot be booked (you arrive and check in in order). Confirm beds, price and opening times before relying on them.
Bascuñana de San Pedro → Villaconejos de Trabaque
Hotels and guesthouses ↗Hostel data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). It does not include beds or price, which are not always in the source; check with the hostel. Is one missing or wrong? Write to us.
Accommodation
On the Camino, pilgrim hostels (municipal, parish and private) are the cheapest option, and many cannot be booked: you arrive and check in in order of arrival. The links below search for hotels and guesthouses, for those who prefer to secure a bed in advance.
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When you reach Santiago
When you finish your Camino, make the most of Santiago: a guided tour of the cathedral and the botafumeiro, a trip to Finisterre and Muxía (the end of the world), or the corners of the old town.
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