How many kilometres is stage 2?

The stage from Mimetiz to Villasana de Mena is about 23 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 6 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +378 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +378 m of ascent and −617 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 16 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 Villasana de Mena?

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 Villasana de Mena.

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

On the stage we found 19 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 5 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 2 of 23 · Camino Olvidado

Mimetiz → Villasana de Mena

Bizkaia · Burgos

Distance: 23 km
Time: 6 h 6 min
Ascent: +378 m
Descent: −617 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Cruzas a Burgos por el Valle de Mena, un paisaje verde y recogido.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+378 m

Descent

−617 m

Altitude

160–629 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 19 water fountains✚ 2 pharmacies🏧 5 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).

CastleTorre de Villanueva de Mena
MonasteryConvento de Santa Ana
MuseumBoinas La Encartada Museoa
MuseumCentro de Interpretación de la Pasión de Balmaseda
MuseumMuseo Teresa Peña
RuinsFerrería Villasuso
RuinsFerrería de Cerezo
ChurchIglesia de San Lorenzo

Hostels on this stage

La Casa de la MandaderaPublicWebsite ↗

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 2?: The stage from Mimetiz to Villasana de Mena is about 23 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 6 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +378 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +378 m of ascent and −617 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 16 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 Villasana de Mena?: 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 Villasana de Mena.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 19 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 5 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).