Foncebadón
Camino de Santiago stage town on Camino Francés
Foncebadón is a small mountain village high in the Montes de León, once nearly abandoned and revived by the Camino, giving it a rustic, atmospheric character. It offers pilgrims a handful of albergues and bars at altitude, making it a common last stop before the Cruz de Ferro. Pilgrims stay here to be close to the famous iron cross, where many leave a stone carried from home.
- 525 kmfrom route start
- 1435 mElevation
- 6 · 2albergues · hotels
- 25 kmfrom Astorga
- 27.1 kmto Ponferrada
Highlights
- High mountain village revived by the Camino
- Last stop before the Cruz de Ferro
- Rustic, atmospheric setting at altitude
Albergues in Foncebadón
- Albergue El Convento de Foncebadón
- Albergue Monte Irago
- Albergue La Posada del Druida
- Albergue la Cruz de Fierro
- Albergue Casa Chelo Foncebadon
- Albergue Parroquial Domus Dei
Hotels & guesthouses in Foncebadón
Lodging names from OpenStreetMap; check availability before you walk.
Stages through Foncebadón
Nearby towns
Nearby stages
Frequently asked questions
Where can I stay in Foncebadón?
6 albergues and 2 hotels in Foncebadón.
How far is Foncebadón from Astorga?
25 km from Astorga, 27.1 km to Ponferrada on the Camino Francés.