How many kilometres is stage 3?

The stage from Moclín to Alcalá la Real is about 21 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 5 h 46 min at a moderate pace (21 km and +460 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +460 m of ascent and −372 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 22 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 Alcalá la Real?

We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Alcalá la Real.

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

On the stage we found 6 water fountains, 5 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 3 of 18 · Camino Mozárabe

Moclín → Alcalá la Real

Granada · Jaén

Distance: 21 km
Time: 5 h 46 min
Ascent: +460 m
Descent: −372 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Cruzas a Jaén entre olivares, acercándote a la imponente fortaleza de la Mota.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+460 m

Descent

−372 m

Altitude

754–990 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 6 water fountains✚ 5 pharmacies🏧 0 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).

CastleFortaleza de la Mota
MonasteryConvento de la Encarnación
RuinsAntigua ciudad amurallada de Alcalá la Real
MuseumMuseo de la Religiosidad Popular
RuinsPinturas Rupestres de Hornillo de la Solana
RuinsIglesia de Santo Domingo
RuinsYacimiento Domus Herculana (Villa Romana)
MuseumPalacete de la Hilandera

Hostels on this stage

Mirador Tierra de Frontera

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 3?: The stage from Moclín to Alcalá la Real is about 21 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 5 h 46 min at a moderate pace (21 km and +460 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +460 m of ascent and −372 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 22 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 Alcalá la Real?: We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Alcalá la Real.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 6 water fountains, 5 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).