The stage, step by step
Leaving Montamarta
The stage begins with a short but clear climb between kilometres 0.5 and 1.3. Before leaving, you can eat at Fisuk, Val de Goda or Mesón Rosamari, and arrange the night at Albergue de Peregrinos.
The first section of the route
Once the first climb is over, the route continues without a clearly defined intermediate settlement. Carry water and do not wait until you are tired before looking for a bar.
Accommodation in the middle section
In the middle section, you will find Albergue de peregrinos Vía de la Plata (Refugio Municipal). Further on there is also Albergue de peregrinos del Camino de Santiago Vía de la Plata, a useful option if you want to split the day.
The final climb and Granja de Moreruela
Between kilometres 14.8 and 19, you face a gentle 35 m climb. On arrival, look for Albergue de Moreruela, Albergue de Granja de Moreruela or Albergue de Peregrinos; near the end, you also have Café Bar La Espiga and Farmacia Cristina Ramos Hernández.
What to see on stage 23
Monasterio de Moreruela
The monastery ruins are why many people extend their afternoon after reaching Granja. If you want to see them in daylight, do not leave the final kilometres too late.
Montamarta
Montamarta is the starting point and the last convenient place to eat before entering a section with few services. Begin the day with your rucksack properly prepared.
Granja de Moreruela
Granja de Moreruela is the junction where the Vía de la Plata splits in two: one branch continues towards Astorga, while the other begins the Camino Sanabrés, which you will take tomorrow towards Tábara. It is worth making that decision before you arrive.
Where to sleep in Granja de Moreruela
In Montamarta, you can set off from Albergue de Peregrinos. Halfway through the stage, you will find Albergue de peregrinos Vía de la Plata (Refugio Municipal), followed by Albergue de peregrinos del Camino de Santiago Vía de la Plata. If you reach Granja de Moreruela, you have Albergue de Moreruela, Albergue de Granja de Moreruela and Albergue de Peregrinos. The accommodation is spread out, so decide where you want to finish before setting off.
Where to eat and refuel
The clearest choice is in Montamarta, with Fisuk, Val de Goda and Mesón Rosamari. During the stage, do not count on finding an impromptu place to eat. Near Granja de Moreruela, Café Bar La Espiga can help you recover your strength at the end.
Practical tips for this stage
Leave with water and a light meal
There are few services outside Montamarta and Granja de Moreruela. Take something to eat and do not rely on finding a fountain or bar at exactly the moment you need one.
Take the first climb seriously
Between kilometres 0.5 and 1.3, the average gradient is 4%. It is short, but comes immediately after setting off and can make you start too fast.
Plan the night
You can sleep at the start, halfway through the stage or at the finish. If you know where you want to end, confirm a place before walking, as the accommodation is widely spread out.
Allow time for the monastery
Granja de Moreruela is the finish and Monasterio de Moreruela is the main sight. If you want to see it calmly, try not to arrive just as night falls.
Frequently asked questions about stage 23
How many kilometres is this stage?
It is 22.6 km, with an average walking time of 5 hours.
Is there a difficult climb at the beginning?
Yes. Between kilometres 0.5 and 1.3, you climb 30 m at an average gradient of 4%.
Can I sleep halfway along the route?
Yes. In the middle section, you will find Albergue de peregrinos Vía de la Plata (Refugio Municipal), followed further on by Albergue de peregrinos del Camino de Santiago Vía de la Plata.
What is worth visiting on arrival?
Monasterio de Moreruela, a historic Benedictine monastery associated with Granja de Moreruela.