Town

La Bañeza

782m

42.2972°N, 5.9031°W

Coordinates

42.2972°N, 5.9031°W

Elevation

782m

Accommodation

Available

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Services Available

Accommodation

Restaurant

Cafe

Grocery

Pharmacy

ATM

Train

Post Office

Airport

Bus

Pilgrim Office

Clinic

Water

Tobacconist

About La Bañeza

La Baneza is a market town in the province of Leon, the last significant town before reaching Astorga where the Via de la Plata joins the Camino Frances. The town has a lively main square and is known for its traditional carnival celebrations.

Pilgrims will find albergues, hotels, restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, ATMs, and a pharmacy. The town is well-serviced and provides a comfortable overnight stop.

From La Baneza, it is 24 km to Astorga, where Via de la Plata pilgrims join the Frances for the final stages through the mountains of Leon and Galicia to Santiago.

Explore La Bañeza

Things to Do in La Bañeza

Sightseeing

Explore the Plaza Mayor

La Baneza's main square is a fine example of a Castilian arcaded plaza.

Sightseeing

Visit the Iglesia de Santa Maria

The main church has a mix of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque elements.

Camino Moment

Last Stop Before the Frances

La Baneza is the last major town before Astorga, where Option A merges with the Camino Frances.

Food & Drink

Eat Cecina de Leon

Cecina de Leon is one of the great cured meats of Spain and a speciality of the Leon province.

Relaxation

Prepare for Astorga

Astorga is approximately 25 km ahead with Gaudi's palace, the cathedral, and chocolate museum.

Accommodation in La Bañeza

Where You Are on the Camino

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Villanueva de Jamuz

9 km back

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San Mamés de la Vega

2 km ahead

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La Bañeza

282 km to Santiago de Compostela

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