Camino de Madrid

Updated: October 24, 2026

The Camino de Madrid leaves the capital, crosses the Guadarrama range at the Fuenfría pass (1,786 m) and runs down through Segovia and Valladolid to Sahagún, where it joins the Francés. It is about 320 km to Sahagún, in 8 long stages or about 13 shorter ones.

Key facts

• Madrid–Sahagún: about 320–323 km; the Madrid association suggests 8 long stages, many guides about 13. (Source: Carreras de montaña (Mayayo), accessed 24/10/2026)
• High point: Fuenfría pass, 1,786 m. (Source: Carreras de montaña (Mayayo), accessed 24/10/2026)
• From Sahagún it continues on the Camino Francés to Santiago.

Season and difficulty

Spring and September; in summer the meseta is very hot and in winter the mountains may have snow.

Best time to walk the Camino

If it is your first Camino

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Frequently asked questions

Where does the Camino de Madrid join the Francés?

At Sahagún (León).

How many days to Sahagún?

Between 8 long stages and about 13 shorter ones, depending on your pace.

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• Camino Sanabrés
• Camino de Invierno
• Camino del Levante
• Camino Catalán
• Camino Aragonés
• Camino del Baztán
• Via Podiensis (Le Puy)
• Camino de Santiago symbols
• What to eat on the Camino de Santiago
• The Way and Camino de Santiago books

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