Camino Primitivo, Ruta de Los Hospitales, Alto de La Marta

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Camino Primitivo, Ruta de Los Hospitales, Alto de La Marta

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Camino Primitivo, Ruta de Los Hospitales, Alto de La Marta

06:22

20.6km

750m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 25, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.62 km

Ruins of Paradiella Hospital

Highlight • Historical Site

If you are doing the Camino Primitivo, this is the first of the three hospitals that you will see on this alternative itinerary. Although very little remains of this ancient building, part of the structure can still be seen.

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6.25 km

Highest Point of the Camino Primitivo

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Highest point of the route of the hospitals and of the entire Camino Primitivo. If you have brought something from home you can leave it here, as the pilgrims of the French Way do at the Cruz de Ferro.

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6.85 km

Ruins of the Fonfaraón Hospital

Highlight • Historical Site

This is probably the best preserved hospital on the alternative route of the Camino Primitivo. It is located at an altitude of 1,190 meters, at the foot of the 1,292-meter …

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8.28 km

Ruins of the Hospital of Valparaíso

Highlight • Historical Site

Although only a mound of stones remains, this hospital served pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago until the 19th century. The setting is spectacular.

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10.3 km

Alto de La Marta

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Port with an altitude of 1105 meters and with very good views – it can be seen from the Cantabrian Mountains to the Cantabrian Sea.

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11.1 km

La Marta Lagoon

Highlight • Lake

It is an old water deposit that was used to extract gold. Cows and horses are often seen grazing on the banks, which gives this space an additional charm. From here there is a spectacular 360º view.

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20.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.2 km

1.18 km

246 m

Surfaces

9.57 km