French Way, Heritage pilgrimage route from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela, Spain
The French Way extends 780 kilometers across northern Spain through Pamplona, Burgos, and León, featuring ancient cathedrals and mountain passages.
Beginning in the 9th century, this pilgrimage path became a major European route, leading millions of travelers to the burial site of Saint James.
The trail connects regions with distinct traditions, from Basque Country tapas to La Rioja wines, reflecting local Spanish gastronomy and customs.
Yellow arrows and scallop shell symbols mark the entire route, while numerous albergues provide affordable accommodation for pilgrims throughout the journey.
Travelers receive stamps in their credential document at various checkpoints, validating their progress toward Santiago de Compostela Cathedral.
Part of: Routes of Santiago de Compostela: Camino Francés and Routes of Northern Spain, Way of Saint James in Spain
GPS coordinates: 42.59944,-5.56667
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:25
León Cathedral
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Basilica of San Isidoro
403 m
Casa de los Botines
350 m
Royal Pantheon
390 m
Palacio de los Guzmanes
306 m
Walls of León
316 m
Museo de León
406 m
Conde Luna Palace
333 m
Church of San Salvador de Palat del Rey
222 m
Archivo Histórico Provincial de León
397 m
Museo Sierra Pambley
89 m
Museo de la Real Colegiata de San Isidoro
389 m
Palacio de Don Gutierre
408 m
Museo de San Isidoro
391 m
Biblioteca Azcárate - Fundación Sierra Pambley
91 m
Casa de las Carnicerías, León
303 m
Antiguo Ayuntamiento de León
251 m
Romanesque Palace inside Saint Teresa School, León
150 m
Fuente de San Marcelo
375 m
Biblioteca Auxiliar del Archivo Histórico Provincial de León
397 m
Seminario Conciliar de León
73 m
Barrio de San Martín El Mercado
313 m
Casa de los Villafañe
386 m
Fuente de San Isidoro
364 m
Calle de la Rúa
364 m
Casco histórico-artístico (calle Ancha)
129 m
Chapel of Cristo de la Victoria, León
302 m
Fuente de San Martín
240 mReviews
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