How many kilometres is stage 1?

The stage from Irún to Hernani is about 23 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 21 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +521 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +521 m of ascent and −504 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 23 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 Hernani?

We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Hernani.

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

On the stage we found 30 water fountains, 14 pharmacies and 24 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 1 of 9 · Camino Vasco del Interior

Irún → Hernani

Gipuzkoa

Distance: 23 km
Time: 6 h 21 min
Ascent: +521 m
Descent: −504 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Salida de Irún hacia el interior guipuzcoano entre montes y caseríos vascos.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+521 m

Descent

−504 m

Altitude

19–334 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 30 water fountains✚ 14 pharmacies🏧 24 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).

CastleBeloaga Gaztelua
CastlePalacio de Arbelaitz
CastleBeloaga
RuinsDolmen Igoingo Lepua II
RuinsDolmen Igoingo Lepua I
RuinsDolmen Sagastietako Lepua I
RuinsDolmen Akolako Lepua I
RuinsCromlech Algorrieta

Hostels on this stage

Albergue de peregrinos
Amazkar
B2bikain+34 943 49 27 49 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 Irún to Hernani is about 23 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 21 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +521 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +521 m of ascent and −504 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 23 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 Hernani?: We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Hernani.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 30 water fountains, 14 pharmacies and 24 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).