Santiago Plan

Stage 5 of 9 · Camino Vasco del Interior

Zegama → Salvatierra/Agurain

Álava

Distance
22 km
Time
7 h 1 min
Ascent
+1068 m
Descent
−816 m
Difficulty
Hard
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Cruce del puerto de San Adrián por su histórico túnel excavado en la roca.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+1068 m

Descent

−816 m

Altitude

277–981 m

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Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 2 water fountains✚ 0 pharmacies🏧 1 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).

Hostels on this stage

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 5?
The stage from Zegama to Salvatierra/Agurain is about 22 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?
About 7 h 1 min at a moderate pace (22 km and +1068 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?
It gains about +1068 m of ascent and −816 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?
We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 49 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 Salvatierra/Agurain?
We list 2 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Salvatierra/Agurain.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?
On the stage we found 2 water fountains, 0 pharmacies and 1 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

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