León → Villar de Mazarife
A stage of the Camino Francés
Leaving León on the Camino Francés, this 20.3 km stage takes the southern alternative route through quiet farming villages on a gently rising plain — 85 m of climb and only 33 m of descent — away from the busier main road option. The walking is rural and understated after the intensity of León, passing through small Leonese hamlets with little fanfare. Villar de Mazarife is a compact agricultural village that serves as a practical stopping point as pilgrims begin the transition out of the central meseta toward the hills ahead.
- 20.3 kmDistance
- ↑85 m ↓33 mElevation
- ModerateDifficulty
- 453 kmfrom route start
Highlights
- Quiet rural alternative out of León
- Small Leonese farming villages
- Gradual transition from plateau to western hills
Towns on this stage
Find accommodation in Villar de Mazarife →Distances and elevation come from real OpenStreetMap footpath geometry. In the planner you can split or merge any stage to match your pace.