How many kilometres is stage 8?

The stage from Santa Cruz to Córdoba is about 24 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h at a moderate pace (24 km and +175 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +175 m of ascent and −346 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as easy difficulty, with about 7 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 Córdoba?

We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Córdoba.

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

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

Stage 8 of 18 · Camino Mozárabe

Santa Cruz → Córdoba

Córdoba

Distance: 24 km
Time: 6 h
Ascent: +175 m
Descent: −346 m
Difficulty: Easy

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Llegada a Córdoba, con la Mezquita-Catedral esperando al final del camino.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+175 m

Descent

−346 m

Altitude

94–299 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 30 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).

MonasteryMonasterio de la Encarnación
CastleTorre de la Calahorra - Museo Vivo de Al-Ándalus
CastleTorreón de la Muralla
CastlePalacio Episcopal
CastleAlcázar de los Reyes Cristianos
MonasteryConvento de Santa Ana
RuinsSala de abluciones de Almanzor
RuinsVilla romana de Santa Rosa

Hostels on this stage

Albergues inturjoven+34 955 181 181 Website ↗
Hostal Osio
Alma Andalusí Hospedería+34 957 200425 Website ↗

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 8?: The stage from Santa Cruz to Córdoba is about 24 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h at a moderate pace (24 km and +175 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +175 m of ascent and −346 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as easy difficulty, with about 7 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 Córdoba?: We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Córdoba.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 30 water fountains, 30 pharmacies and 30 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).