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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Compostilla

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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

Ponferradas tempelridderborg er et af de bedst bevarede eksempler af sin art og giver et indblik i, hvordan livet på en borg må have været i det 12. og 13. århundrede.

Iglesia de Santa María de la Encina er opkaldt efter en tempelridderlegende, ifølge hvilken hendes billede blev fundet i stammen på et egetræ. Den ligger i den ældste del af byen, nær slottet.

Fiesta

Lørdag er markedsdag. Fiesta de La Encina begynder den 8. september og fejrer El Bierzos skytshelgen, La Virgen de La Encina (egetræ), og varer en uge.

History

Ponferrada var på et tidspunkt en af de vigtigste romerske bosættelser på grund af sin beliggenhed ved sammenløbet af to floder (Sil og Boeza) i en dal, der var både frugtbar og rig på mineraler. Dens navn stammer fra konstruktionen af dens oprindelige bro. Den blev bygget i 1082 og var en af de første, der blev dekoreret med jern, og derfor blev 'Pons Ferrata' til Ponferrada. Den oprindelige bro eksisterer ikke længere.

The Road

At forlade Ponferrada fører dig forbi slottet og kort gennem den gamle bydel, før du krydser over río Sil. For enden af broen drejer du til højre. Vejen drejer til venstre, og i det næste store kryds drejer du til højre. Fortsæt ligeud gennem den første rundkørsel, og drej til højre ved den anden. Herfra følger caminoen midlertidig skiltning gennem byggeriet.

Accommodation in Ponferrada.
Private
Albergue Alea
15€
18

Comments

tir, 08/27/2024 - 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)

lør, 07/20/2024 - 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

tor, 06/06/2024 - 15:55

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It only adds time, no nice views.

tor, 05/16/2024 - 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?

fre, 05/03/2024 - 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!

man, 04/22/2024 - 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

man, 07/10/2023 - 18:35

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PURAVIDAS a great shop for your Camino gear and plus more. The lady is amazing. She can't speak English but once you find what you want she will try her best. Amazing place. Address: C/Mateo Garza 35 2440 Ponferrada.

fre, 07/07/2023 - 09:41

Camino de Sant… (ikke efterprøvet)

To skip Ponferrada central turn right to head towards Albergue Alea. Before you do there is a great coffee and supermarket on the left. Head up main road past A.A. and past AC Hotel by Marriott. Keep walking and go over white coat hanger bridge. There you will rejoin The Way. RuffLex (Downunder).

tir, 07/04/2023 - 09:47

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The $7 euro breakfast was more than toast and instant coffee and they have 10 AM check out for those who need extra sleep. We had private room with shared bathroom.

tir, 06/20/2023 - 15:24

Camino de Sant… (ikke efterprøvet)

If you need any high quality replacements this place has you covered. Lots of American brands with gear from Black Diamond, teeva, smart wool etc.. I went in looking for a jacket and left with another hiking shirt lol the owner is a real cool down to earth guy