Camino del Norte · Stage 4 of 36
Stage 4: Deba to Markina-Xemein
- From
- Deba
- To
- Markina-Xemein
- Distance
- 23.3 km
- Climb
- ↑ 817 m
- Descent
- ↓ 743 m
- Difficulty
- Hard
A remote mountain stage with only one village on the way.
Practical tips
Services are scarce: fill water at every fountain and carry food. The descent to Markina is steep when wet.
Along the way
Markina-Xemein
Known as the 'university of pelota' for its fronton and cesta punta players. The chapel of San Miguel de Arretxinaga is built around three giant rocks.
More photos of Markina-Xemein →Where to sleep in Markina-Xemein
- Albergue de peregrinos Convento del CarmenReligious
- Albergue Casa Rural IntxauspePrivate
Planning note: distances and climbs are approximate and stages are a suggestion. Albergues listed are long-established ones; opening dates, prices and beds change, so check before you go. Accommodation links may be affiliate links.