Camino Francés: Roncesvalles to Logroño 9-Day Trek
Walk from Roncesvalles to Logroño, covering about 140 km of the Camino de Santiago across Navarre in six stages.
This itinerary covers the Navarrese section of the Camino Francés, taking you from the foothills of the Pyrenees to the Rioja wine region. The six trekking days range from 21 to 28 km daily, with a rest day in Pamplona and a celebratory finish on Calle Laurel. It requires the physical stamina for consecutive days of walking, making it ideal for those who want to experience the Camino but have limited time. It can also be extended to the Burgos section.
During the Running of the Bulls in July, accommodation in Pamplona is extremely tight. In midsummer, the high plains offer little shade, so early morning departures are highly recommended.
Day by day
Day 1 · Travel to Roncesvalles
Spend the morning in Pamplona, then take the afternoon Artieda bus to Roncesvalles, which takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Buses usually do not run on Sundays, and schedules vary by season. Check the official website timetable beforehand.
Stay: Roncesvalles
Day 2 · Descend to Zubiri
Pamplona（Roncesvalles） → Zubiri
Walk approximately 22 km (5–6 hours). The route features several short ascents, followed by a long descent before reaching Zubiri.
Stay: Zubiri
Day 3 · Walk into Pamplona
Pamplona（Walls of Pamplona & Portal de Francia、Plaza del Castillo）
Walk approximately 22 km (about 5 hours). The climbs are concentrated in the morning, and you will enter the city through the Portal de Francia.
Stay: Casco Antiguo
Day 4 · Rest Day in Pamplona
Pamplona（Pamplona Cathedral、Church of San Saturnino (San Cernin)、Calle Estafeta (Encierro Route)、Café Iruña）
Enjoy a walking tour of the old town. Take it easy today to let your feet and knees recover before hitting the trail again.
Stay: Casco Antiguo
Day 5 · Cross Alto de Perdón to Puente la Reina
Pamplona（Santa María de Eunate、Puente la Reina）
Walk approximately 24 km (5–6 hours). Cross the Alto de Perdón and descend a loose gravel slope, with an optional detour to Eunate.
The Alto de Perdón section has no shade. In summer, start early and carry plenty of water.
Stay: Puente la Reina
Day 6 · Puente la Reina to Estella
Walk approximately 21.5 km (4–5 hours) over gentle rolling terrain, passing through vineyards and small villages.
Stay: Estella
Day 7 · Estella to Los Arcos
Los Arcos
Walk approximately 22 km (about 5 hours). Villages are sparse in the second half, so be sure to carry enough food and water.
Stay: Los Arcos
Day 8 · Walk into the Capital of La Rioja
Logroño & La Rioja（Stone Bridge, Logroño、Church of Santiago el Real, Logroño、Calle del Laurel）
Walk approximately 28 km (6–7 hours). This is the longest day of this section, with the final 5 km on asphalt roads.
Stay: Old Town & Calle del Laurel
Day 9 · Wrap up in Logroño
Logroño & La Rioja（Co-Cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda、Paseo del Espolón）
Spend the morning exploring the old town on foot, then depart from Logroño Station in the afternoon or continue to the next section.