Camino Francés · Stage 15 of 33
Stage 15: Castrojeriz to Frómista
- From
- Castrojeriz
- To
- Frómista
- Distance
- 24.7 km
- Climb
- ↑ 201 m
- Descent
- ↓ 233 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
One short but very steep climb, then the Pisuerga river and the Canal de Castilla.
Practical tips
Sun exposure is almost total. Boadilla del Camino is a good stop before the canal. Itero del Castillo's albergue is 1 km off route.
Along the way
Alto de Mostelares
A 145 m climb in 1.7 km right after Castrojeriz, rewarded with huge views over the Meseta.
More photos of Alto de Mostelares →
Ermita de San Nicolás and Puente Fitero
A 13th-century chapel by the Pisuerga run by an Italian confraternity, where volunteers wash pilgrims' feet. The bridge marks the entry into Palencia.
More photos of Ermita de San Nicolás and Puente Fitero →
Canal de Castilla and Frómista
An 18th-century canal built to carry grain; you cross its locks on the way into Frómista, whose church of San Martín (1066) is a textbook example of Spanish Romanesque.
More photos of Canal de Castilla and Frómista →Where to sleep in Frómista
- Albergue de peregrinos de FrómistaMunicipal
- Albergue Estrella del CaminoPrivate
- Albergue Luz de FrómistaPrivate
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.