Ponferrada

Camino Frances

To end of camino
205.1
Altitude
539

Molinaseca

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3.20

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Ponferrada

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3.20

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Compostille

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Services
ATM
Yes
Bar
Yes
Bus
Yes
Correos
Ave General Vives, 24401, Mon-Fri: 0830-2030 & Sat: 0930-1300, 987 403 187
Grocery
Yes
Medical Center
Yes
Pharmacy
Yes
Train
Yes

Lechâteau des Templiers de Ponferrada est l'un des exemples les mieux conservés de son genre et offre un aperçu de ce que devait être la vie de château aux 12e et 13e siècles.

La Iglesia de Santa María de la Encina doit son nom à une légende templière selon laquelle son image aurait été trouvée dans le tronc d'un chêne. Elle est située dans la partie la plus ancienne de la ville, à proximité du château.

Fiesta

Le samedi est le jour du marché. La Fiesta de La Encina commence le 8 septembre et célèbre la sainte patronne d'El Bierzo, La Virgen de La Encina (chêne), et dure une semaine.

History

Ponferrada a été à un moment donné l'une des plus importantes des colonies romaines en raison de sa situation à la jonction de deux rivières (le Sil et la Boeza) dans une vallée à la fois fertile et riche en minerais. Son nom provient de la construction de son pont d'origine. Construit en 1082, il fut l'un des premiers à être décoré de fer et c'est ainsi que 'Pons Ferrata' devint Ponferrada. Le pont d'origine n'existe plus.

The Road

En sortant de Ponferrada, tu passes devant le château et traverses brièvement la vieille ville avant de franchir le río Sil. Au bout de ce pont, tourne à droite. La voie s'incurve à gauche et au prochain grand carrefour, tourne à droite. Continue tout droit au premier rond-point, et tourne à droite au deuxième. À partir d'ici, le camino suit la signalisation temporaire à travers la construction.

City Map
Accommodation in Ponferrada.
Private
Albergue Alea
15€
18

Comments

sam 12/10/2024 - 11:07

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On the way into Ponferrada you’ll pass this spot. Unfortunately it wasn’t open when I went by bc of a public holiday, but it looked pretty shmick and modern.

ven 11/10/2024 - 05:04

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Everything was closed due to “vacation” while we were here. We ended up at Domino’s Pizza for dinner and were truly grateful!

sam 07/09/2024 - 09:21

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I had the best pilgrim menu since the whole Camino Frances started at Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. The restaurant owns two passionate and lovely pilgrims from Tirol and they really know what pilgrims need. All fresh ingredients, freshly cooked food and a good wide enough selection, also a good vegetarian menu. And just for 14,90 for the menu. And they're open for a good talk in Spanish :)

sam 31/08/2024 - 16:01

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There is a wonderful festival going on in the city through September 7

mar 27/08/2024 - 14:21

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I researched several of Ponferrada's best bars when I was updating the 2024 Lonely Planet Spain guidebook... and others too when I was making the trek that featured in my latest book - 'Vagabond: A Hiker's Homage to Rural Spain'.
La Bodega de Godivah (on the road facing the castle) is perhaps the best place to grab a beer and a snack and enjoy some pleasant people-watching.

On another note, there is a huge Decathlon just a kilometre from here that is fantastic if you need equipment for the mountains. After my 1,225km hike from Gibraltar I was in dire need of new hiking socks...and thermal underwear for potentially sleeping-rough in the mountains.
Mark Eveleigh (UK)

sam 20/07/2024 - 14:36

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The gal that runs this shop is so kind and helpful, highly recommend stopping there for replacement clothes or equipment

jeu 06/06/2024 - 15:55

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It only adds time, no nice views.

jeu 16/05/2024 - 18:39

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What I liked: helpful layout. The hallways on each floor are wide, with lots of room to don or doff shoes. The first section of the room includes shower, toilet, sink, and lockers with included combination locks. Then there’s a sliding door separating this area from the bunks. Makes it easy to come and go without disturbing all the other sleeping people in the room.

What I found a bit odd is the way they assign people to rooms. How does an old lady end up in a room full of men?

ven 03/05/2024 - 10:13

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Echoing other comments. This is a great shop with a lovely owner! Very helpful. Everything you might need. She has walked the Camino so understands!

lun 22/04/2024 - 23:31

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Two good restaurant choices in one of the town squares IF you get tired of Pilgrim food. Its not Mexican like in the states but it will do in a pinch. Servers are nice and helpful. The pizza is super thin crust and yummy & an extensive menu if you don't want pizza. Their barrata salad is excellent as well, perfect for getting your greens into your diet!!
Another good thing is a "Radler" which is beer with lemon in it. Like a shandy, very refreshing on a hot day. It seems all the restaurants have them! Enjoy