Villares de Orbigo
Villares de Orbigo is a pilgrim stop on Camino Frances. This guide covers 2 places to stay, local services, route context, and onward stage options for planning your Camino.
Pilgrim hostels and albergues in Villares de Orbigo
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Albergue El Encanto en Villares de Orbigo
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Albergue Villares de Orbigo
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Villares de Orbigo guide
Villares de Órbigo is a small village with historical significance on the Camino de Santiago. It is located near the Órbigo River, which played an important role in the region's development. The village is known for its well-preserved medieval bridge, Puente de Órbigo, also called Paso Honroso. This 13th-century bridge has 20 arches and spans 204 meters, making it one of the longest and most impressive bridges along the Camino de Santiago. The historical context of Villares de Órbigo is closely tied to the famous knightly tournament known as the "Paso Honroso." In 1434, a local knight named Suero de Quiñones challenged all knights who wished to cross the bridge to a jousting duel. He vowed to break 300 lances in honor of his unrequited love for a noblewoman. The event attracted knights from across Europe, and the story has been immortalized in literature, such as in the 16th-century book "El Victorial" by Gutierre Díaz de Games. Today, the village celebrates the Paso Honroso with an annual festival, which includes reenactments of the medieval tournament.
Camino Frances stage context
From previous stage
2.5 km
To next stage
2.7 km
To Santiago de Compostela
269.5 km
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Frequently asked questions about Villares de Orbigo
Which Camino routes pass through Villares de Orbigo?
Villares de Orbigo is included on Camino Frances.
How many places to stay are there in Villares de Orbigo?
Villares de Orbigo has 2 places to stay listed on CaminoMaps, with ratings and booking or direct-contact options where available.
What services are available in Villares de Orbigo?
Services listed for Villares de Orbigo include Bar / Restaurant, Food Shop.
What is the next stop after Villares de Orbigo on Camino Frances?
The onward option is Santibañez de Valdeiglesia (2.7 km).