How many kilometres is stage 7?

The stage from Castro del Río to Santa Cruz is about 21 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 5 h 35 min at a moderate pace (21 km and +347 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +347 m of ascent and −278 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 17 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

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

On the stage we found 3 water fountains, 3 pharmacies and 4 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 7 of 18 · Camino Mozárabe

Castro del Río → Santa Cruz

Córdoba

Distance: 21 km
Time: 5 h 35 min
Ascent: +347 m
Descent: −278 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Etapa tranquila por la campiña, entre cortijos y suaves colinas de cereal.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+347 m

Descent

−278 m

Altitude

183–302 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 3 water fountains✚ 3 pharmacies🏧 4 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 Castro del Rio
MuseumMuseo Antonio Villa Toro
RuinsAtegua
RuinsFuente de Teba
ArtDon Quijote y Sancho Panza

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 7?: The stage from Castro del Río to Santa Cruz is about 21 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 5 h 35 min at a moderate pace (21 km and +347 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +347 m of ascent and −278 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 17 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 3 water fountains, 3 pharmacies and 4 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).