STAGE 6: Estella to Los Arcos
Stage overview
- Distance: 22.0 km (13.7 miles)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Average time: 5-6 hours
- Gradient: Rolling
- Surface types: Exposed dirt tracks, vineyard paths, some paved sections
- Waymarking status: Clear arrows; straightforward navigation
- Alternative routes: None
About this stage
An exposed stage with long stretches of open countryside and limited shade, especially after the Irache wine fountain. The terrain is mostly gentle but can feel demanding in hot weather.
Accommodation and Services on this stage
| Town |
Campground |
Albergue/hostel |
Guesthouse/hostal |
Hotel |
Coffee shop |
Restaurant/cafe |
ATM |
Pharmacy |
Medical Services |
Veterinarian |
Supermarket/convenience store |
Outdoor equipment store |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estella | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2.1 km | ||||||||||||
| Ayegui | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ─ |
| 2.3 km | ||||||||||||
| Irache | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ─ |
| 3.1 km | ||||||||||||
| Azqueta | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
| 2.0 km | ||||||||||||
| Villamayor de Monjardin | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ─ |
| 12.5 km | ||||||||||||
| Los Arcos | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ |
Need help planning? See our gear guide and download the free Camino Francés albergue list PDF, and if you prefer everything organised for you, compare the main Camino Francés tour operators on our tour guide comparison page.
Stage notes
This is an exposed stage with long stretches between services — sun protection is essential.