© José Manuel Guerrero · Fotografía propia · © Todos los derechos reservadosDe Valencia a Zamora
The longest of the east: from Valencia to Zamora across La Mancha, Ávila and endless plains, in almost total solitude.
✦ Historic↑ Ascent
+6674 m
↓ Descent
−6034 m
The Camino de Levante links Valencia with Zamora, where it joins the Vía de la Plata and the Sanabrés. Documented as far back as the 16th century (pilgrims arriving through the port of Valencia), it was rediscovered and waymarked from 1991 onwards.
It crosses La Mancha, Ávila and Zamora in almost total solitude, over mostly flat terrain but with few services. For those seeking a long, silent challenge.
Who it's for
For the long-distance pilgrim who seeks solitude.
The itinerary
Classic division into stages. Distances are approximate and for guidance; each pilgrim adjusts their days to their own pace.
Cumulative: 36 km
↑86 ↓78 m⏱ 8 h 43 min
Valencia
You leave the city of the Turia amid the orange groves so typical of La Ribera.
View stage →Cumulative: 63 km
↑134 ↓36 m⏱ 6 h 39 min
Valencia
You reach Xàtiva, birthplace of the Borgias, its castle towering over La Costera.
View stage →Cumulative: 90 km
↑336 ↓126 m⏱ 6 h 59 min
Valencia
A quiet stage into the Valencian interior, among vineyards and low hills.
View stage →Cumulative: 107 km
↑413 ↓197 m⏱ 4 h 44 min
Valencia
A short, gentle stage, a good chance to catch your breath before Castilla-La Mancha.
View stage →Cumulative: 129 km
↑273 ↓125 m⏱ 5 h 42 min
Valencia · Albacete
You cross into Castilla-La Mancha; Almansa welcomes you with its castle perched on the rock.
View stage →Cumulative: 168 km
↑549 ↓204 m⏱ 10 h 12 min
Albacete
A long day across the plains of La Mancha, open and vast in every direction.
View stage →Cumulative: 196 km
↑162 ↓287 m⏱ 6 h 56 min
Albacete
You draw near Chinchilla, a walled town rich in history atop its hill.
View stage →Cumulative: 212 km
↑33 ↓263 m⏱ 3 h 52 min
Albacete
A short stage to the Manchegan capital, perfect for resting and gathering strength.
View stage →Cumulative: 249 km
↑72 ↓46 m⏱ 8 h 56 min
Albacete
A demanding day across the flat plains of La Mancha, land of knives and vineyards.
View stage →Cumulative: 284 km
↑73 ↓58 m⏱ 8 h 27 min
Albacete · Cuenca
You cross into the province of Cuenca through very peaceful Manchegan fields.
View stage →Cumulative: 309 km
↑35 ↓60 m⏱ 6 h 1 min
Cuenca
This is the land of purple garlic, with flat, deeply silent landscapes.
View stage →Cumulative: 340 km
↑172 ↓179 m⏱ 7 h 40 min
Cuenca · Toledo
You reach El Toboso, home of Dulcinea and heart of the route of Don Quixote.
View stage →Cumulative: 364 km
↑50 ↓71 m⏱ 5 h 48 min
Toledo
A calm Manchegan stage, with windmills rising on the horizon.
View stage →Cumulative: 393 km
↑84 ↓121 m⏱ 7 h 3 min
Toledo
You draw near Tembleque, with its perfectly preserved Manchegan main square.
View stage →Cumulative: 419 km
↑240 ↓156 m⏱ 6 h 35 min
Toledo
A landscape of olive groves and vineyards on the way to the Montes de Toledo.
View stage →Cumulative: 455 km
↑358 ↓552 m⏱ 9 h 10 min
Toledo
Cumulative: 492 km
↑319 ↓316 m⏱ 9 h 20 min
Toledo
Cumulative: 520 km
↑168 ↓236 m⏱ 6 h 57 min
Toledo
Cumulative: 549 km
↑661 ↓443 m⏱ 8 h
Toledo · Madrid
You cross into Madrid among vineyards, with the Sierra de Gredos already in view.
View stage →Cumulative: 564 km
↑347 ↓260 m⏱ 4 h 9 min
Madrid · Ávila
A short, pleasant stage, entering the wine country of Ávila.
View stage →Cumulative: 581 km
↑620 ↓347 m⏱ 5 h 5 min
Ávila
A brief day through pine woods, with the Sierra de Gredos as a backdrop.
View stage →Cumulative: 605 km
↑637 ↓548 m⏱ 6 h 47 min
Ávila
You reach Ávila, a walled city and birthplace of Saint Teresa.
View stage →Cumulative: 634 km
↑219 ↓421 m⏱ 7 h 16 min
Ávila
Cumulative: 663 km
↑41 ↓138 m⏱ 6 h 58 min
Ávila
You draw near Arévalo, a Mudéjar brick town beside the river Adaja.
View stage →Cumulative: 698 km
↑38 ↓144 m⏱ 8 h 24 min
Ávila · Valladolid
A long day to Medina del Campo, great trading hub of the Catholic Monarchs.
View stage →Cumulative: 722 km
↑129 ↓134 m⏱ 5 h 56 min
Valladolid
A quiet stage through wine country, among the vineyards of Rueda.
View stage →Cumulative: 752 km
↑231 ↓215 m⏱ 7 h 32 min
Valladolid · Zamora
You cross into Zamora; Toro welcomes you with its wines and Romanesque churches.
View stage →Cumulative: 786 km
↑194 ↓273 m⏱ 8 h 25 min
Zamora
The final stage: you reach Zamora, where you join the Vía de la Plata/Sanabrés.
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.
28 days · ≈ 786 km in total
This split is not realistic on foot: at least one day goes over 42 effort units (kilometres plus climb). Add days or start closer to Santiago (from Sarria, for instance, if you have less than a week).
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.
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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🧭 How to get there
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