Santiago Plan

Stage 12 of 23 · Camino Olvidado

Puente Almuhey → Cistierna

León

Distance
22 km
Time
5 h 59 min
Ascent
+452 m
Descent
−512 m
Difficulty
Moderate

Entras en la Montaña Central Leonesa, cerca de los embalses de Riaño y Porma.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+452 m

Descent

512 m

Altitude

9751209 m

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Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 4 water fountains0 pharmacies🏧 0 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

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Hostels on this stage

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Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 12?
The stage from Puente Almuhey to Cistierna is about 22 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?
About 5 h 59 min at a moderate pace (22 km and +452 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?
It gains about +452 m of ascent and −512 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?
We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 21 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 Cistierna?
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 Cistierna.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?
On the stage we found 4 water fountains, 0 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

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