Camino Francés · Stage 8 of 33
Stage 8: Logroño to Nájera
- From
- Logroño
- To
- Nájera
- Distance
- 28.5 km
- Climb
- ↑ 366 m
- Descent
- ↓ 258 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Out of the city through the Grajera park and reservoir, then vineyards almost all the way to Nájera.
Practical tips
No fountains between Navarrete and Nájera, the longest stretch without services. Summer heat can be intense. In Navarrete, take the road rather than the stairs.
Along the way
Navarrete
A wine and pottery town with a striking Baroque altarpiece. Along the motorway fence, pilgrims weave small crosses from sticks.
More photos of Navarrete →
Vineyards of La Rioja
The path runs between Tempranillo vines, especially beautiful at harvest time in September and October.
More photos of Vineyards of La Rioja →
Nájera
Once capital of the Kingdom of Navarra. The monastery of Santa María la Real was built over a cave where, legend says, King García found a statue of the Virgin in 1044. It holds a royal pantheon.
More photos of Nájera →Where to sleep in Nájera
- Albergue de peregrinos de NájeraMunicipal
- Albergue Puerta de NájeraPrivate
- Albergue Nido de CigüeñaPrivate
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.