How many kilometres is stage 6?

The stage from Baena to Castro del Río is about 19 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 4 h 48 min at a moderate pace (19 km and +161 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +161 m of ascent and −421 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 Castro del Río?

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 Castro del Río.

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

On the stage we found 1 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 6 of 18 · Camino Mozárabe

Baena → Castro del Río

Córdoba

Distance: 19 km
Time: 4 h 48 min
Ascent: +161 m
Descent: −421 m
Difficulty: Easy

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Baena, capital del aceite, te despide camino de la campiña cordobesa.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+161 m

Descent

−421 m

Altitude

224–484 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 1 water fountains✚ 2 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).

CastleCastillo de Baena
MuseumMuseo del Olivar y el Aceite
MuseumMuseo Historico de Baena
MuseumMuseo de Semana Santa
ViewpointMirador del Hospital
MonumentMonumento al tambor
MonumentMonumento a los olivareros
MonumentJuan Alfonso de Baena

Hostels on this stage

Albergue Ruta del Califato+34 957 67 00 75

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 6?: The stage from Baena to Castro del Río is about 19 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 4 h 48 min at a moderate pace (19 km and +161 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +161 m of ascent and −421 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 Castro del Río?: 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 Castro del Río.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 1 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).