Molinaseca Roman Bridge – Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) loop from Astorga

Molinaseca Roman Bridge – Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) loop from Astorga

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Molinaseca Roman Bridge – Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) loop from Astorga

06:16

133km

1,680m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 132 km for 50 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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81.8 km

Molinaseca Roman Bridge

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The small Bercian town of Molinaseca, located a few kilometers from Ponferrada, is one of the most important enclaves on the Jacobean Route. Its streets with a medieval flavor invite …

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101 km

Cruz de Ferro (Puerto de Foncebadón)

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The Cruz de Ferro marks the highest point of the Camino Frances de Santiago. At the top of the port of Foncebadón, at 1504 meters.
Around the wooden post on …

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101 km

Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross)

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The prayer of the Cruz de Ferro reads: “Lord, may this stone, symbol of my effort on my pilgrimage, which I lay at the foot of the Cross of the …

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102 km

Iron Cross

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It is also known as Cruz de Fierro (Iron Cross). A mountain landmark (1504 m) that stands on the French Way in the mountains of León as it passes through …

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116 km

Santa Colomba de Somoza

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Santa Colomba de Somoza is a small town on the banks of the Turienzo River and an important trade route between Ponferrada and Astorga.

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128 km

Murias de Rechivaldo

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Murias de Rechivaldo is located on the banks of the Jerga River and preserves the only mill on the river in excellent condition.

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132 km

Gaudí Palace

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There is a beautiful, shady park in front of the city walls. In the background you can see the city wall restored by Gaudi.

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132 km

Episcopal Palace of Astorga (Gaudí Palace)

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Gaudí's episcopal palace, in Astorga, is a neo-Gothic style building designed by the modernist architect Antonio Gaudí. Due to its uniqueness, it constitutes one of the most outstanding buildings in …

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133 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

116 km

12.8 km

4.11 km

636 m

Surfaces