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Camino Frances Stage 1: St Jean Pied de Port to Logrono - 9 Days

Camino Frances Stage 1: St Jean Pied de Port to Logrono - 9 Days

9 Days
Moderate to Challenging

Overview

Begin one of the world's great pilgrimages on the first stage of the Camino Frances, walking 171 kilometres from the medieval town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port across the French Pyrenees and into northeastern Spain. Since the discovery of Saint James' tomb in the ninth century, pilgrims have been making this journey to Santiago de Compostela, and the sense of shared purpose on the trail remains as powerful today as it ever was. The iconic scallop shell markers guide the way through rolling countryside, ancient villages and some of the finest scenery on the full Camino route. Whether walked for spiritual reflection, personal challenge or pure adventure, Stage 1 sets the tone for everything that follows.

Highlights

  • Walk 171km on the first stage of the Camino Frances route from St Jean to Logroño
  • Hike across the French Pyrenees into the Basque Country
  • Drink a variety of Roja red wines in Logroño
  • Visit the famous town of Pamplona (running of the bulls festival)
  • Discover ancient villages and medieval churches
  • Spend each day walking alongside fellow pilgrims on this world-famous route

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel (8 nights)

Transfers

  • Luggage Transfers

Meals

8 breakfasts, 0 lunches, and 0 dinners

Guidance & Support

  • Itinerary & Walk Notes
  • Walking App for Navigation
  • 24/7 on-trip support

How We Rate This Walk

4

Stroll Walking Level

Moderate to Challenging

Rated by our team — we walk every route before we recommend it.

Regular hills and varied terrain. These walks involve more challenging sections. Regular walking beforehand is recommended.

View Fitness Guide

7

Days on the trail

14-28 km

Average per walking day

139-1365 m

Gain per day

8/10

Trail difficulty

Where You'll Stay

Nights are spent in small, family-run hotels and guesthouses that have been welcoming Camino walkers for many years. All rooms are ensuite, and the atmosphere is characteristically warm, with most fellow guests sharing the same journey.

Note: Single rooms are available but limited on this route. If travelling with others but requiring a single room, early booking is strongly advised. A single occupancy fee applies.

Hotel Central dining room
Palo de Avellano bedroom
Yerri exterior
Europa bedroom
Hotel Suetxe dining
Hotel los Bracos bedroom 2
Jakue chill area

What You'll Eat

Breakfasts are included throughout the walk. Many of the accommodations have their own restaurants serving regional dishes with local ingredients, and dinners can be added as a supplement each evening if preferred. Lunches are yours to discover along the way — local cheeses, cured meats and the remarkable variety of breads found along the Camino make for a great midday spread.

Note: Please advise us of any food allergies or intolerances at the time of booking so we can inform your hosts. If you have severe allergies, bringing some of your own snacks is recommended.

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Camino Frances Stage 1: St Jean Pied de Port to Logrono - 9 Days food
Camino Frances Stage 1: St Jean Pied de Port to Logrono - 9 Days food
Camino Frances Stage 1: St Jean Pied de Port to Logrono - 9 Days food

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The Camino Frances Experience

Wonder
Cross the Pyrenees from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles on the Napoleonic route
Admire León’s cathedral, Gaudí’s Casa Botines and Astorga’s Episcopal Palace
Stroll into Plaza de Obradoiro and Santiago’s majestic cathedral for your Compostela
Wellness
Camaraderie on the Camino - Strangers become family, silence becomes prayer, every step a pilgrimage of the soul.
Spend two nights in Santiago rest your tired legs and soak up the pilgrim atmosphere
Unwind in Santo Domingo’s former pilgrim hospital, now a luxury Parador
Nature
Panoramic valleys from Alto del Perdon and oak-beech woods beyond Roncesvalles
Heather, oak and far-reaching views on the climb to Cruz Ferro
Galicia’s green hills, eucalyptus woods and O Cebreiro’s stone houses

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£1,050/person