Cabecera de la ruta Mozarabic Way del Camino de Santiago
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Mozarabic Way

419 km 18 stages Difficulty Hard 120 places

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The Mozarabic Way is the great Jacobean route of southern Spain. Starting from Córdoba, Granada, Málaga, Jaén or Almería, it covers 419 km in 18 stages through Andalusia to join the Via de la Plata at Mérida.

Its name evokes the Christians who lived under Muslim rule ("Mozarabs") and who made pilgrimages to Santiago. The route crosses landscapes of extraordinary beauty: the olive groves of Jaén, the mountains of Córdoba, the pastures of Extremadura and the valleys of the Guadalquivir.

It stands out for its rich artistic heritage: the Mosque of Córdoba, medieval castles, Visigothic chapels and Roman bridges line the route. It is a route for experienced pilgrims seeking solitude and authenticity.

Frequently asked questions about the Mozarabic Way

How many kilometres is the Mozarabic Way?

The Mozarabic Way is 419 km long, divided into 18 stages, from Granada to Mérida.

How many days does the Mozarabic Way take?

The classic division is 18 stages, one per day, averaging 23.3 km daily. At a brisk pace stages can be combined; at a gentler pace, split up.

Where does the Mozarabic Way start and end?

It starts in Granada and ends in Mérida.

Which is the hardest stage of the Mozarabic Way?

Stage 11 (Villaharta → Alcaracejos), with 479 m of accumulated ascent.

How many hostels are there on the Mozarabic Way?

Peregrinia has 66 pilgrim hostels mapped along the Mozarabic Way, listed stage by stage with their exact kilometre point.

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