The Camino Catalán Camino Catalán

Today you will depart Barcelona by train to Monistrol de Montserrat and from here you can follow a 5km trail, uphill to stunning Montserrat. You will also have the option to disembark the train a little earlier at Aeri de Montserrat and take a cable car directly yo Montserrat.,

Today, most of the Camino Catalán route will take you across sleepy country roads and stunning scenery.

Today’s stage on the Camino Catalán, will take you across rural areas of great beauty, particularly in the spring. Once you have left Porquerisses, on your way to Cervera, you will be passing several villages: La Panadella, Els Hostalets i Sant Antolí, and Sant Pere dels Arquells. It is in urban areas where you will find reminders that you are on the Way of Saint James, such as the church of Santa Maria del Camí (Santa Maria of the Camino or Santiago), and Sant Jaume Sesoliveres, a little church outside of Igualada also dedicated to St James. Jaume is James in Catalan.

Cervera is the capital of Segarra. Make sure you visit the church of Santa Maria and the Roman church of San Pedro el Grande.

Today’s section of the Camino Catalán takes you via Tàrrega and Vilagrassa, following the valley of the Ondara River. Wide open landscapes, ever-stretching horizons and farm land of great beauty welcome pilgrims on the way.

From Castellnou, the Camino de Santiago route takes you through orchards watered by the Canal d’Urgell. Your stop for the night is the city of Lleida.

Today, the Camino Catalan leaves Catalonia and takes pilgrims into the region of Aragón. The first part of the last stage of the Way of Saint James Way in Catalunya runs along the river Segre, turned into a Greenway until Butsènit. This is a nice stretch of the Camino even in the hottest days, as it has plenty of shade for walkers.

Today, pilgrims on the Camino Catalan will enjoy a pleasant hike across crop fields and orchards.

Today, the Camino Catalán takes you to the eerie and unique landscapes of the Monegros steppe.

Leaving the steppes of Monegros behind, you will appreciate a change in the scenery as you reach the great and refreshing Ebro River.

Today, you will enjoy a pleasant hike along the river Ebro, and finally reach the magnificent city of Zaragoza, one of the highlights of the Camino Catalán.

Zaragoza city, located in the valley of the Ebro River, is the finishing point for this stage of the Camino Catalán. Muslim, Christian and Jew communities have left their mark and architecture in the city’s old town over the centuries. Discover the city’s magnificent mix of architecture, and don’t forget to taste the fantastic local delicacies in the shape of tapas. The Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar is the most impressive monument, as well as the Seo Cathedral and Aljaferia Palace. The three of them are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Today, you will be following the Ebro River as you pass the Castellar desert.

After Alagón, a pleasant hike between two rivers (Jalòn and Ebro) awaits you.

Today, your Camino Catalan hike becomes a bit more hilly, as you approach the muslim-established town of Tudela.

Today the Camino Catalan reaches the famous La Rioja wine region, pilgrims will be greeted by vineyards and a relaxing atmosphere.

You are now in a verdant region, perfect conditions for agriculture and the production of wine.

From Calahorra, expect a pleasant and peaceful hike. Expect a solitary experience here as you won’t meet meet many other pilgrims on this particular section of the hike.

The Camino Catalan takes you today to the historical city of Logroño, capital of La Rioja and home to some of the best tapas scene along the Camino de Santiago. Head for Calle Laurel to sample the local Rioja-style specialities. It is here where the Camino Catalan joins the Camino Frances.

It’s the final day of the Camino Catalan and time to explore the city of Logroño, capital of La Rioja, before you head home. The old town is home to the Gothic cathedral of Santa María and many other Romanesque churches, including the San Bartolomé Church with its beautiful carved porch and the Santiago church with its imposing image of Saint James. If you travel to Logroño in September you might catch the city’s most important festival, Saint Mathew, celebrating the Rioja grape harvest. Head for Calle Laurel to try the city’s best ‘tapas’.