Ponferrada

Camino Frances

To end of camino
205.1
Altitude
539

Molinaseca

3.20

Ponferrada

3.20

Compostilla

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

PonferradasTempler-Burg ist eines der am besten erhaltenen Beispiele ihrer Art und bietet einen Einblick in das Burgleben des 12. und 13. Jahrhunderts.

Die Iglesia de Santa María de la Encina ist nach einer Legende der Templer benannt, nach der ihr Abbild im Stamm einer Eiche gefunden wurde. Sie befindet sich im ältesten Teil der Stadt, in der Nähe der Burg.

Fiesta

Samstag ist Markttag. Die Fiesta de La Encina beginnt am 8. September und feiert die Schutzheilige von El Bierzo, La Virgen de La Encina (Eiche), und dauert eine Woche.

History

Ponferrada war einst eine der wichtigsten römischen Siedlungen, weil sie am Zusammenfluss zweier Flüsse (des Sil und der Boeza) in einem fruchtbaren und mineralreichen Tal lag. Der Name der Stadt leitet sich von der Konstruktion der ursprünglichen Brücke ab. Sie wurde 1082 erbaut und war eine der ersten, die mit Eisen verziert wurde, und so wurde aus 'Pons Ferrata' die Ponferrada. Die ursprüngliche Brücke existiert nicht mehr.

The Road

Die Ausfahrt aus Ponferrada führt dich an der Burg vorbei und kurz durch die Altstadt, bevor du den Río Sil überquerst. Am Ende dieser Brücke biegst du rechts ab. Der Weg macht eine Linkskurve und biegt an der nächsten großen Kreuzung rechts ab. Fahre geradeaus durch den ersten Kreisverkehr und biege am zweiten rechts ab. Von hier aus folgt der Camino einer provisorischen Beschilderung durch eine Baustelle.

City Map
Accommodation in Ponferrada.
Private

Comments

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Passing through Ponferrada, I came across Gisela Pastelaria—and it was a highlight. The coffee and croissant were the best I’ve had in Spain, and the service was warm and welcoming. A perfect stop to recharge—highly recommended!

It’s opposite the fortress.

Av. el Castillo, 131

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Had an incredible time visiting the winery. Can garriré walking or by bus. Met with Milagros and had a tour, tasting 4 wines with food, $40. Worth it!! You can book online or email them. They’ll also do a pilgrim deal for 2 wines and a tour — $25. Loved my time, Milagros is great.

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Great prices, and a huge spring discount right now. Call Elena — +34 646365272 before you arrive in Ponferrada and book a treatment. If you take a rest day here, prioritize it. Short bus ride to her studio from the Castle area. Easy! She may travel to your albergue also for foot massage.

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The Castillo is closed Mondays, and open 10-2pm or 430-830pm. Free on Wednesdays for everyone and $4 for pilgrims other days. The Albergue Alea with owner Amelia is a precious place to stay. They treat you like true family. Amazing. Delicious dinner. Lovely people. They allow pets, rest days if they have space, and are such good hosts that it’s like being with your grandparents. A 10 min walk from city center but really worth it.

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In Ponferrada if you want to shake it up and have some spice, try PANDORA THAI RESTAURANT!! I had the green curry there yesterday, and it was fabulous!! Nice atmosphere with very friendly staff!!

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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.

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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!

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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 :)

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

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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)