Camino Francés · Stage 4 of 33
Stage 4: Pamplona to Puente la Reina
- From
- Pamplona
- To
- Puente la Reina
- Distance
- 23.9 km
- Climb
- ↑ 414 m
- Descent
- ↓ 507 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
A steady climb through wheat fields to the windy Alto del Perdón, then a loose, stony descent into the Valdizarbe valley.
Practical tips
The rocky descent from the Alto del Perdón is steep and causes frequent falls: go slowly. Strong wind is common at the top. The Eunate detour adds 3.2 km.
Along the way
Alto del Perdón
Beneath the wind turbines stands a row of iron pilgrim silhouettes. The inscription reads 'where the way of the wind crosses the way of the stars'.
More photos of Alto del Perdón →
Santa María de Eunate
A detour leads to a mysterious octagonal Romanesque church in the middle of the fields, often linked to the Templars.
More photos of Santa María de Eunate →
Puente la Reina
Named after its six-arched Romanesque bridge, paid for by a queen of Navarra in the 11th century so pilgrims could cross the Arga. Here the Camino Aragonés joins the Francés.
More photos of Puente la Reina →Where to sleep in Puente la Reina
- Albergue de los Padres ReparadoresReligious
- Albergue JakuePrivate
- Albergue PuentePrivate
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.