Foncebadón

Camino Frances

To end of camino
231.7
Altitude
1410

Rabanal del Camino

5.20

Foncebadón

2.30

Cruz de Ferro

Services
ATM
ATM
Bar
Yes
Grocery
Yes

Varias guías (y algunas novelas) han dado a Foncebadón la reputación de ser el hogar de perros rabiosos deseosos de un sabroso aperitivo de peregrino. Si bien esto puede haber sido cierto una vez, ya no lo es.

De hecho, el puesto avanzado de montaña ha experimentado algo así como un renacimiento. Entre pilas de piedra totalmente ruinosas hay un puñado de casas antiguas restauradas con amor, la mayoría de ellas convertidas en alojamiento para peregrinos.

Esta elevación está típicamente envuelta en niebla o enterrada en nieve profunda; ambas tienen su encanto.

History

Foncebadón es quizás mejor conocido como el hogar del ermitaño Guacelmo. Cuidó a los peregrinos mientras navegaban por el paso de montaña, a menudo traicionero, y fue protegido por el rey Alfonso VI. Este paso fue, hasta mediados del siglo XVIII, la ruta preferida hacia Galicia y la gente del pueblo de Foncebadon se dedicó a marcar el camino y servir como guías.

The Road

La Cruz de Fierro, o Cruz de Hierro, es una subida constante por delante. Si se detuvo en el bar de carretera, asegúrese de volver al camino y evite seguir a los ciclistas mientras toman la carretera.

City Map

Comments

All Caminos App User (not verified)

The first cafe when you arrive has a varied menu that’s delicious. It’s cozy with ample seating. One of the best breakfasts on the Camino. Crepes, tortillas, avocado toast, omelets, smoothies, etc.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

I want to also second a first impression of La Taberna De Gaia. Not on the list of Albergues, but stepped in for a beer and also felt thrown into medieval times. Check out the excellent Google reviews.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

My favorite on the Camino so far. 👏😊 It’s like stepping back into medieval days! Marvelous atmosphere, delicious food, great music. The staff take great care of everything. Que Maravillosa!!!!

All Caminos App User (not verified)

Could have been a place for refuge. Nothing open.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

As I walked into town, I was accosted by a man masturbating. He grabbed at my bag and followed me into town--just as the Camino narrowed and I entered Astorga. Phoned 091. Another more fluent Spanish speaking Pilgrim assisted me in calling the police. Police escorted me to town. Made a complaint. Apparently this has happened in this location before. Be careful. This was 11 a.m. I was a lone female walking Pilgrim. Buen Camino.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

Best bed in an Albergue so far, great pilgrim dinner. Highly recommended

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

This place is completely charming. It has a Celtic / medieval flair and is warm and inviting. The staff is friendly and wants to please and they even dress the part. If you order the pilgrim’s hamburger, make sure you’re hungry because it’s the size of a cantaloupe! But it hits the spot after a long day. It’s on the right immediately as you come into town.

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

Entered Foncebadon as the sun was rising over the eastern hills with rays of sunlight piercing through the misty fog, which presented this little hamlet in a most charming manner. Altogether fitting it is then that I should enter the equally charming tienda, restaurant and hotel El Trasgu. Had a great breakfast with great views of the hillside. The eclectic interior decor is alone worth a visit. The proprietors are great as well. A wonderful respite after the early morning climb from Rabanal del Camino

Camino de Sant…

This place has changed since last here and not for the better. The bars seem to think everyone wants to listen to loud music. The El Trasgu bar is probably the best for food with a very good shop there.

Camino de Sant…

What a lovely surprise. The walk to the village was a welcome uphill. Once there we found all the shops open - ie. no siesta closing- well stocked and the restaurants had a more varied menu. The La Posada del Druida was clean and comfortable and we were welcomed. Our washing was taken away and returned dried. All in all, somewhere recommended