How many kilometres is stage 1?

The stage from San Vicente de la Barquera to Cades is about 26 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 7 h 34 min at a moderate pace (26 km and +824 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +824 m of ascent and −508 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 32 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 Cades?

We list 4 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Cades.

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

On the stage we found 11 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 1 of 10 · Camino Vadiniense y Lebaniego

San Vicente de la Barquera → Cades

Cantabria

Distance: 26 km
Time: 7 h 34 min
Ascent: +824 m
Descent: −508 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Salida de la costa cántabra adentrándose en los valles verdes camino de Liébana.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+824 m

Descent

−508 m

Altitude

5–528 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 11 water fountains✚ 2 pharmacies🏧 3 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 Estrada
CastleCastillo del Rey
CastleTorre de Cabanzón
CastleTorre del Preboste
RuinsConvento de San Luis
RuinsErmita de Santa Catalina
RuinsErmita de la Virgen de la Guía
RuinsHospital de la Concepción

Hostels on this stage

Sanvi surf hostel+34697522808
Nómada Hostel+34 623 29 55 26 Website ↗
El Corralucu
Albergue de peregrinos de Serdio+34 619044026 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 1?: The stage from San Vicente de la Barquera to Cades is about 26 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 7 h 34 min at a moderate pace (26 km and +824 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +824 m of ascent and −508 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 32 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 Cades?: We list 4 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Cades.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 11 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).