The stage, step by step
Leaving Grimaldo
You begin in Grimaldo, home to Albergue de peregrinos de Grimaldo. The first kilometres alternate between a descent from km 3.3 to 6.8 and a more pronounced one from km 7.5 to 11.3.
The descents in the first section
The main descent loses 136 m over 3.8 km, with an average gradient of 3.6%. After it, the route gains 37 m between km 11.3 and 12.8 before losing height again.
Galisteo, the key stop
Galisteo is the obvious place to stop halfway. Here you have Albergue Turístico De Galisteo, Bar La Piscina and the trady’s, Shop and Spar supermarkets.
From Galisteo to Carcaboso
From Galisteo, the descent continues between km 12.8 and 16.5, losing 69 m, followed later by another descent between km 18 and 21.8. The stage ends in Carcaboso, beside Iglesia Parroquial de Santiago Apóstol.
What to see on stage 14
Galisteo
Galisteo is the intermediate settlement and brings a clear change to the route, with its gorge landscape. It is also the best place of the day to take a break and buy what you need.
Iglesia Parroquial de Santiago Apóstol
The church is in Carcaboso, at the end of the stage. Inside there is a small exhibition of Roman milestones identified as CI and CII.
Carcaboso
Carcaboso is the day’s destination and a good place to finish the stage at an easy pace. The name itself is linked to “cárcaba”, a ravine or ditch formed by running water.
Where to sleep in Carcaboso
At the start, there is Albergue de peregrinos de Grimaldo. If you want to split the day, Galisteo has Albergue Turístico De Galisteo. To sleep in Carcaboso, confirm your option in advance: the clearest accommodation choices along the route are in Grimaldo and Galisteo.
Where to eat and refuel
Galisteo has the stage’s most useful food options: Bar La Piscina and the trady’s, Shop and Spar supermarkets. After Galisteo, it is best not to rely on another chance to buy food, so make the most of the village even though Carcaboso is still some way ahead.
Practical tips for this stage
Do not mistake a descent for an easy stage
Although the ascent is moderate, you accumulate 316 m of descent and several long downhill sections. The stretch between km 7.5 and 11.3 requires good control of your pace.
Shop in Galisteo
Buy food and refill your water in Galisteo. It is the last village with services before Carcaboso.
Plan your accommodation
If you are going to sleep in Carcaboso, do not leave it until you arrive and start asking around. Have a confirmed option or consider Galisteo as an alternative finish.
Set off early
The average duration is 6.7 hours and the distance reaches 30.2 km. Start early so the descents and final section do not feel too long.
Frequently asked questions about stage 14
Which is the intermediate settlement on this stage?
The only intermediate settlement is Galisteo. It is well placed for resting, buying food and deciding whether to continue to Carcaboso.
Where is the steepest descent?
The most notable descent runs from km 7.5 to 11.3, losing 136 m with an average gradient of 3.6%.
Are there places to buy food?
Yes. In Galisteo you have Bar La Piscina and the trady’s, Shop and Spar supermarkets. After leaving the village, continue with your rucksack already stocked.
What can I see when I reach Carcaboso?
Iglesia Parroquial de Santiago Apóstol has a small exhibition of Roman milestones identified as CI and CII.