Santiago Plan

Stage 9 of 10 · Camino Vadiniense y Lebaniego

Cistierna → Gradefes

León

Distance
23 km
Time
5 h 58 min
Ascent
+294 m
Descent
−270 m
Difficulty
Moderate

Descenso hacia la vega del Esla y el monasterio cisterciense de Santa María de Gradefes.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+294 m

Descent

270 m

Altitude

876998 m

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Stage map

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Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 9?
The stage from Cistierna to Gradefes is about 23 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?
About 5 h 58 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +294 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?
It gains about +294 m of ascent and −270 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?
We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 13 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 0 water fountains, 0 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

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