Day 18 Sahagun – El Burgos Raneros – 18km
Today there is a choice of two routes after the first 5km at Calzada del Coto. The least travelled of these turns off to the right in the village. If you decide to walk this route be prepared for a long walk after the first 6km without any water fountains, villages, shops, or Albergues – all the way to Mansilla de las Mulas, about 26km.
The sign posted way is a purpose built route for pilgrims by the regional government of Leon. This route is shaded by plane trees. Although there are not many stops along this route, it does pass though some villages. It is the better track to take unless you are very fit and are carrying enough water and food for the whole journey.
Both routes are almost flat and the walking in generally is very easy, there are no hard hills at any point on today or tomorrow – also there are few sights to see.
What to see:
- Hertimage Virgen del Peral – about 1km on the left before Bercianos
- Iglesia del Salvador – Bercianos