STAGE 13: Burgos to Hornillos del Camino
Stage overview
- Distance: 22.0 km (13.7 miles)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Average time: 5-6 hours
- Gradient: Flat
- Surface types: Flat meseta tracks, gravel paths, open farmland
- Waymarking status: Very clear arrows; straightforward
- Alternative routes: None
About this stage
A long, exposed stretch across the Meseta with wide horizons and minimal shade. The terrain is mostly flat, making it a straightforward but mentally demanding day.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 8.7 km | ||||||||||||
| Villalbilla de Burgos | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
| 3.4 km | ||||||||||||
| Tardajos | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ─ |
| 2.1 km | ||||||||||||
| Rabe de las Calzadas | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
| 7.8 km | ||||||||||||
| Hornillos del Camino | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
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
Start early in warm months — the meseta is fully exposed and can become very hot by midday.