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Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) – Iron Cross loop from Cruz de Ferro

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Santa Colomba De Somoza

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) – Iron Cross loop from Cruz de Ferro

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Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) – Iron Cross loop from Cruz de Ferro

01:04

3.90km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Start point

Hostel

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3 m

Domus Dei Pilgrims' Hostel, Foncebadón

Highlight • Mountain Hut

French Way of Santiago

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118 m

Wooden Cross

Highlight • Religious Site

If you decide to explore this route, you will be surrounded by nature, history and stunning views. Enjoy your hike! 🏞️🚶‍♂️🥾🚵🌞

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134 m

Along the Way

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652 m

Panorama

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1.90 km

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross)

Highlight • Monument

The prayer of the Cruz de Ferro reads: “Lord, may this stone, symbol of my effort on my pilgrimage, which I lay at the foot of the Cross of the …

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1.95 km

Cruz de Ferro (Puerto de Foncebadón)

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The Cruz de Ferro marks the highest point of the Camino Frances de Santiago. At the top of the port of Foncebadón, at 1504 meters.
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2.00 km

Iron Cross

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It is also known as Cruz de Fierro (Iron Cross). A mountain landmark (1504 m) that stands on the French Way in the mountains of León as it passes through …

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2.67 km

Milestone

Highlight • Monument

3.90 km

End point

Hostel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.87 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.87 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 20 May

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Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) – Iron Cross loop from Cruz de Ferro

Domus Dei Pilgrims' Hostel, Foncebadón

Wooden Cross

Along the Way

Panorama

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross)

Cruz de Ferro (Puerto de Foncebadón)

Iron Cross

Milestone

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