Santiago Plan

Stage 19 of 33 · Camino del Norte

Gijón / Xixón → Avilés

Asturias

Updated on August 16, 2026

Distance
25 km
Time
6 h 26 min
Ascent
+292 m
Descent
−295 m
Difficulty
Easy
Where to sleep in Avilés
1820

Elevation profile

Ascent

+292 m

Descent

−295 m

Altitude

-1–179 m

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Stage map

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Where to get your credential stamped

Places on this stage that usually stamp the pilgrim's credential. Remember: over the last 100 km you need two stamps a day.

Points based on the hostels and parish churches along this stretch (OpenStreetMap data). We can't guarantee that each one stamps at all times: opening hours and availability change. Many bars, cafés and town halls also stamp.

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Crossing the urban outskirts of Gijón to the estuary of Avilés.

🧭 How to get there

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🚕 Taxis

Taxi ranks and services near this stage.

Camino taxis and transfers

Companies specialising in pilgrims that cover this route: transfers between stages, luggage transport and airport.

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Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 19?
The stage from Gijón / Xixón to Avilés is about 25 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?
About 6 h 26 min at a moderate pace (25 km and +292 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?
It gains about +292 m of ascent and −295 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?
We rate it as easy difficulty, with about 12 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

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