The stage, step by step
Leaving Zamora
The stage begins in a city with every service you could need. You can have breakfast at Café Oviedo's, Café Viriato or Café Teatro, and prepare your rucksack before leaving Zamora.
The climb during the first kilometres
Between kilometres 0.5 and 5, you tackle the only notable climb on the profile: 56 m of elevation gain at an average gradient of 1.2%. It is gentle, but take it calmly because it comes immediately after setting off.
Open terrain without villages
After the climb, the route continues towards Montamarta without any intermediate settlements. Do not expect to improvise an urban stop: leave Zamora with water and something to eat.
Arriving in Montamarta
The stage ends in Montamarta after 19.2 km. If you need to shop or eat before continuing the following day, it is better to plan it in Zamora, where you have more choice.
What to see on stage 22
Zamora
It is the last place where everything will be open for quite a few kilometres. Have breakfast here without rushing and buy what you need for the day: once you leave Zamora, there is nowhere else.
The route between Zamora and Montamarta
There is nothing between Zamora and Montamarta: no village and no bar where you can sit down. The 19.2 km pass quickly because of the distance, but there is not a single obvious excuse to stop.
Montamarta
It is a small village and the stage finishes early. Arriving around midday leaves your afternoon free, which is no small advantage before the longer sections ahead.
Where to sleep in Montamarta
The hostel options are concentrated in Zamora: you can choose Albergue Municipal de Peregrinos de Zamora, Residencia Juvenil "Doña Urraca" or Infinium. At the end, in Montamarta, there is the village pilgrims' hostel. To secure a bed, arrange accommodation before leaving Zamora, as it is not wise to rely on finding an alternative on arrival.
Where to eat and refuel
Zamora has all the food options for this stage. For breakfast or supplies before leaving, try Café Oviedo's, Café Viriato, Gran Café Jalisco, La Tahona de la Rúa or Universal Sport - Café Bar. You also have Restaurante Liberten, La Rúa Restaurante, Cuzeo and supermarkets such as Supermercados Cancelo, Alimerka, Covirán and Dia. There is no intermediate settlement between Zamora and Montamarta where you can replenish supplies.
Practical tips for this stage
Do your shopping in Zamora
Although you will only walk 19.2 km, the route offers no intermediate settlement. Take enough water and food from Zamora to last until Montamarta.
Do not be lulled by the flat terrain
The only climb on the profile lies between kilometres 0.5 and 5, gaining 56 m. Take it at a comfortable pace and then settle into a regular rhythm.
Start early if you want to enjoy the afternoon
The average walking time is 4.3 hours. An early start gives you time to rest in Montamarta and organise the following day.
Arrange accommodation in advance
The safest option is to sleep in Zamora or leave with a confirmed place to stay. Albergue de Peregrinos appears towards the end, but it is unwise to base your entire plan on a single possibility.
Frequently asked questions about stage 22
How long does it take to walk from Zamora to Montamarta?
It is 19.2 km, with an average walking time of 4.3 hours.
Are there any intermediate villages?
No. There is no intermediate settlement between Zamora and Montamarta.
Where is the most significant climb?
The climb is concentrated between kilometres 0.5 and 5: 56 m of elevation gain with an average gradient of 1.2%.
Where is it best to buy food?
In Zamora, before setting off. You will find supermarkets there such as Alimerka, Covirán, Dia and Supermercados Cancelo.