From Fuente de Cantos to Zafra

Today we will embark on a stage very similar to the previous one, only a bit more populated. From Fuente de Cantos, we will cross the nearly 25 kilometers of dehesas and agricultural fields of Extremadura that cover the stage, to end in the town of Zafra.

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 staying overnight in Puebla de Sancho Pérez. It is quite a monotonous stage, as from Fuente de Cantos we pass through 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