How many kilometres is stage 1?

The stage from Alicante to Orito is about 25 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 7 h 2 min at a moderate pace (25 km and +653 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +653 m of ascent and −17 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 26 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Orito?

We list 9 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Orito.

Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?

On the stage we found 17 water fountains, 30 pharmacies and 30 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 1 of 29 · Camino del Sureste

Alicante → Orito

Alicante

Distance: 25 km
Time: 7 h 2 min
Ascent: +653 m
Descent: −17 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Sales de la costa mediterránea hacia el interior alicantino, entre montes secos.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+653 m

Descent

−17 m

Altitude

19–655 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 17 water fountains✚ 30 pharmacies🏧 30 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

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What to see on this stage

Monuments and points of interest near the Camino for your rest (data from OpenStreetMap).

CastleCastell de Santa Bàrbara
CastlePalau Gravina
CastleCastell de Sant Ferran
MuseumMuseo Bellas Artes Gravina
MuseumMuseo del Agua - Los Pozos de Garrigós
MuseumMuseo Taurino
MuseumMACA - Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante
MuseumMARQ - Museo Arqueológico de Alicante

Hostels on this stage

Old Centre Inn+34 965 14 11 18 Website ↗
Pension Milan
Hostal Ventura
Mayor
Hostal Les Monges Palace+34 965215046 Website ↗
The Market Hostel Alicante
Hostal Residencia Campoy
Vad Hostel+34 965 03 07 56 Website ↗
Marevita

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.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 1?: The stage from Alicante to Orito is about 25 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 7 h 2 min at a moderate pace (25 km and +653 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +653 m of ascent and −17 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 26 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Orito?: We list 9 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Orito.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 17 water fountains, 30 pharmacies and 30 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).