From San Pedro de Rozados to Salamanca

Stage of almost thirty kilometers without stops or services in the section that separates the towns of Fuenterroble de Salvatierra and San Pedro de Rozados, which we can say is divided into three parts. The approach to the Pico de la Dueña, the ascent to the summit, and the flat stretch along the road. Today we will reach an altitude of 1,165 meters, and we will finish the stage in the town of Salamanca.

We leave the town of Fuente de Cantos via the Constitution square, heading towards the road to Medina de las Torres, from where we will divert to an ancient Roman road towards Zafra. Not long after, we arrive at Calzadilla de los Barros, sheltered by the fields. From here, we will continue along a path parallel to the N-630, from which we will soon diverge while crossing several streams. We keep moving through fields and livestock farms, cross the railway tracks, and head towards Puebla de Sancho Pérez, where we can take a short break before tackling the last 4 kilometers. We leave this town behind and continue along a path parallel to the Old Puebla road until we enter Zafra.

Things to consider

This is not a very long stage, but it can be shortened by spending the night in Puebla de Sancho Pérez. It is quite a monotonous stage, as from Fuente de Cantos we traverse agricultural areas with little tourist appeal until we reach Zafra. These stretches can be ideal for reflection and self-discovery, an essential part of the Camino de Santiago.

Places of interest

• Church of Santa Lucía – Puebla de Sancho Pérez
• Church of San Salvador – Calzadilla de los Barros
• Chapel of Our Lady of Bethlehem
• Collegiate Church of Candelaria – Zafra
• House of Ajimez – Zafra

Typical dishes

• Retinto
• Lamb or pork stew
• Oxtail
• Migas
• Almond hearts
• Santa Clara pastries