Torres del Río

Camino Frances

To end of camino
625.9
Altitude
450

Sansol

0.60

Torres del Río

10.50

Viana

Services
ATM
Yes
Bar
Yes
Bus
Yes
Grocery
Yes, though small

Descending from the heights of Sansol into Torres del Río, one wonders why anyone would build a village in such an awkward to defend location. The only logical reason is the río Linares which gives the town its name and easy access to water.

The town is curious for the fact that nearly all of the buildings (at least their exteriors) have been restored, giving the impression that there are more (and more to do) people living here than there actually are.

Pay a visit to the octagonal Iglesia de Santo Sepulcro, which like the one in Eunate cannot escape references to a Templar connection.

The Road

The stretch between here and Viana has the nickname ‘The Knee Wrecker’ because of its frequent ups and downs. The only place for shade and pause is at the Capilla de la Virgen del Poyo where a seasonal food kiosk sets up shop.

City Map

Comments

All Caminos App User (not verified)

Has a swimming pool and an amazing selection for dinner. I think they had 4-5 options of first course and 5-6 for the main course, including vegetarian and vegan options! I had a mushroom risotto and it was amazing.

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

I’ve struggled with my knees and reading it’s called the knee wrecker got me quite concerned- it’s not it’s not harder than any of the other stretches on the knees

Camino de Sant…

We really enjoyed staying in Torres to make the walk to Logrono shorter the next day. Small town but options for drinks and dinner.