STAGE 9: Najera to Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Stage overview
- Distance: 21.8 km (13.5 miles)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Average time: 5-6 hours
- Gradient: Flat
- Surface types: Farm tracks, gravel paths, gentle rolling terrain
- Waymarking status: Clear arrows; easy route
- Alternative routes: None
About this stage
A straightforward day across farmland and gentle hills, with wide views over La Rioja. The walking is easy and consistent, ending in the historic pilgrim town of Santo Domingo.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Najera | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 6.3 km | ||||||||||||
| Azofra | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ─ |
| 9.2 km | ||||||||||||
| Ciruena | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
| 6.3 km | ||||||||||||
| Santo Domingo de la Calzada | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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
An exposed day with little shade, so start early in warm weather. Smaller villages can be quiet in the morning, but Santo Domingo has excellent services when you arrive.