How many kilometres is stage 24?

The stage from Foncebadón to Ponferrada is about 27 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 48 min at a moderate pace (27 km and +221 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +221 m of ascent and −1146 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as easy difficulty, with about 8 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 Ponferrada?

We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Ponferrada.

Stage 24 of 33 · Camino Francés

Foncebadón → Ponferrada

León

Updated on August 16, 2026

Distance: 27 km
Time: 6 h 48 min
Ascent: +221 m
Descent: −1146 m
Difficulty: Easy

Where to sleep in Ponferrada

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Elevation profile

Ascent

+221 m

Descent

−1146 m

Altitude

510–1518 m

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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.

Albergue La Posada del Druida
Albergue Parroquial Domus Dei
Albergue de Tomas
Albergue Mesón El Acebo
Albergue de la Junta Vecinal de El Acebo
Ruta de las puentes de malpaso
km 50
Centro de Iniciativas Turismo Molinaseca
Santuario Nuestra Señora de las Angustias
Iglesia de San Nicolás
Ayuntamiento de Molinaseca
Salón del Reino
Monte Pajariel
Iglesia Bautista de Ponferrada
Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Encina
Ayuntamiento de Ponferrada
Iglesia de San Antonio
Iglesia de San Andrés
Iglesia de San Pedro
Capilla del Carmen
Iglesia de Santa María de Vizbayo
Iglesia de San Ignacio de Loyola
Convento de las Concepcionistas

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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The Cruz de Ferro (the highest point, ~1,500 m), El Acebo, Molinaseca and the Templar castle of Ponferrada.

Where to sleep in Ponferrada

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.

See Ponferrada: hostels & services →Hotels and guesthouses ↗

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🚕 Taxis

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Camino taxis and transfers

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

Caminofácil📞 +34 610 798 138 Website
Toda la ruta (multi-Camino)
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
Taxi Los Arcos📞 +34 650 965 250 Website
Navarra (base en Los Arcos); recogidas en toda la ruta
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
Taxis Navarra📞 +34 627 020 601 Website
Navarra: Pamplona, Roncesvalles, SJPP, Logroño
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
Taxi Pilgrim📞 +34 679 941 123 Website
Inicio: SJPP → Roncesvalles y Navarra
- passengers
- airport
Taxi Luis Ángel📞 +34 650 451 540 Website
Tramo Burgos–León
- passengers
- luggage
- bikes
Taxi Castro📞 +34 659 993 139 Website
Últimos ~115 km: Sarria, Portomarín, Palas, Melide, Arzúa
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
- bikes
Eurotaxi Sarria📞 +34 606 987 878 Website
Últimos 100 km en Galicia (base en Sarria)
- passengers
- airport
- bikes
- accessible
Camino CómodoWebsite
Toda la ruta (multi-Camino)
- passengers
- luggage
- bikes
- groups

Hostels on this stage

Albergue La Posada del Druida+34 987 05 39 28 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue Parroquial Domus DeiPublicOfficial website ↗
Albergue de TomasView on Google Maps 📍
Albergue Mesón El Acebo+34 987695074 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue de la Junta Vecinal de El Acebo+34 987695074 View on Google Maps 📍

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.

Towns on this stage (1)

Places this stage passes through, in walking order. Open each one for history, services, hostels and where to sleep.

Molinaseca· provincia de León870 pop.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 24?: The stage from Foncebadón to Ponferrada is about 27 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 48 min at a moderate pace (27 km and +221 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +221 m of ascent and −1146 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as easy difficulty, with about 8 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 Ponferrada?: We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Ponferrada.

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