Zabaldika

Camino Frances

To end of camino
708.7
Altitude
510

Irotz

1.00

Zabaldika

1.60

Arleta

The somewhat confused signs through Zabaldika are the result of local politics interfering with tradition. In this case, the ayuntamiento has managed to one-up the culturally significant Iglesia de San Esteban and the original Camino Francés. To follow the original way, turn right in town and look out for the signs which take you across the main road and up a trail to the church in the upper half of Zabaldika. There is no need to retrace your steps, as the other camino does the very same some 100m down the road.

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Accommodation in Zabaldika
Parochial
Camino de Santiago Accommodation: Albergue Parroquial de Zabaldika

Comments

All Caminos App User (not verified)

strong recommendation!

All Caminos App User (not verified)

The hospitality was amazing! The hostel is superb, very clean, excellent bathrooms, great outdoor area, great area to do hand washing laundry and a wonderful meal was welcomed. Learning about the history of the attached church was an add bonus. I highly recommend staying here on the Frances, it is an authentic camino spiritual experience which I will treasure forever. I left feeling rejuvenated. Thank you to the sisters of the church and the great hospitaleras

All Caminos App User (not verified)

Zabaldika is a lovely spot above the main camino. It's a short steep climb, but worth it if the church is open. You will be met by a sister who will provide information about the church in your language, as well as a pilgrim blessing sheet for you to keep. You can also climb the tower and ring the bell to announce your arrival!

The route continues above the road, through wild flowers (june) and fields before rejoining the main camino

All Caminos App User (not verified)

Mathew 11 has one of Jesus’ most known quotes. “28 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

This is a good context of what a pilgrim will find here. If this resonates with you… then come with an open heart. If you choose to share your story all the more blessings will be seen.

You will leave to continue your walk and your spiritual work.

Ultreia!

All Caminos App User (not verified)

Excellent

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

This is a wonderful place that is very spiritual with kind and patient volunteers who work there, the church and the nuns provide a peaceful and prayerful experience. It was our pleasure to be generous with our donation at this donativo albergue.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

If you are disappointed with the last of genuine hospitality. This allergens will redeem it. The host and the hostess are both very sweet and genuine people. The place was cleaned and feels like a home. Meals were simple, but we all gathered around with joy. It was exactly what I needed. A sweet and simple place with warm hearted hosts.

All Caminos App User (not verified)

The volunteer staff are so kind and helpful to my wife and I as weary pilgrims. A very clean alburgue, excellent communal breakfast and dinner, and so peaceful. We were fortunate to attend mass as a preist on his pilgrmage was staying here the night we stayed. Highly recommend staying here.

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

If the Camino has any religious or even spiritual significance for you, don't follow most people down but turn right to Zabaldika. I was greeted by a wonderfully kind Sacred Heart Sister into the Iglesia de San Esteban. A very ancient and peaceful place and allows a devotion if there is a reason you are doing the Camino. If really reminded me that it takes time and being in the moment to experience all the Camino has to offer. This experience alone has made my trip from Australia worthwhile

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

Take the detour and go to the church in Zabaldika, you can ring the bell once and leave a post it to Jesus very nice expirience