How many kilometres is stage 3?

The stage from Villasana de Mena to Espinosa de los Monteros is about 27 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 8 h 14 min at a moderate pace (27 km and +1085 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +1085 m of ascent and −786 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 40 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 8 water fountains, 0 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 3 of 23 · Camino Olvidado

Villasana de Mena → Espinosa de los Monteros

Burgos

Distance: 27 km
Time: 8 h 14 min
Ascent: +1085 m
Descent: −786 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Elevation profile

Ascent

+1085 m

Descent

−786 m

Altitude

390–1074 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 8 water fountains✚ 0 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).

RuinsLobera de Villabasil
RuinsIglesia de San Cristóbal Mártir
MonumentFosa en la cueva de Humarraña
ChurchIglesia de San Pedro
ChurchErmita de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios
HeritageCueva de Humarraña
AttractionRancho Kiowa

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 3?: The stage from Villasana de Mena to Espinosa de los Monteros is about 27 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 8 h 14 min at a moderate pace (27 km and +1085 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +1085 m of ascent and −786 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 40 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 8 water fountains, 0 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).