La Virgen del Camino

Camino Frances

To end of camino
298.7
Altitude
910

Trobajo del Camino

3.30

La Virgen del Camino

0.60

SPLIT: Scenic Route or Road Route

Services
ATM
Yes
Bar
Yes
Bus
Yes
Grocery
Yes
Medical Center
Yes
Pharmacy
Yes

La Virgen del Camino is named for the miraculous sighting of the Virgen by a local shepherd. His vision has been translated into sculptures several times by artists. One is here in the modern looking church, and another is in the León Cathedral (in the Chapel where the daily mass is held).

The sculptures are stunning and bear a resemblance to La Piedad by Michelangelo, with the notable exception that Jesus is facing downwards.

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Comments

All Caminos App User (not verified)

This Donativo is open and in full force. Awesome hosts who really care and a super clean and modern albergue. When I was there the pilgrims and hospitalero’s made a fantastic meal together at a community table. Great stories, great food, great albergue!

All Caminos App User (not verified)

It's about the second cafe on the main road. Great breakfast stop. Giant croissant filled with runny egg, bacon, lettuce, mayo plus freshly squeezed orange juice.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

Sensational breakfast here - excellent coffee, fresh orange juice and the most delicious toast with fresh cheese, honey and nuts, and also toast with tomato and olive oil. 10/10 recommend.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

What an amazing place, friendly people, and across from one of the most beautiful catholic churches I’ve ever seen. Buen Camino.

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

El Virgen del Camino might have more cafes per capita than any other town we have seen.

There are at least 6 or 7 along the Camino and we saw another 3 or more on a side street.

So if you're leaving León early and want a stop for coffee/desayuno, this may be a perfect town in which to stop.