Stage
Gernika → Lezama
19.8 km
Ease of walking: Generally easy to moderate walking on rural tracks and quiet paved roads; low elevation change overall.
From Gernika pilgrims travel east through agricultural lowlands and small villages toward Lezama, a short rural stage before reaching the Bilbao metropolitan area. The route is a mixture of quiet country roads and village streets.
Scenery
Pastoral farmland, hedgerows and scattered woodlands with occasional views of distant hills and small village churches.
Points of interest along the way
- • Gernika Assembly House and Peace Museum
- • Athletic Club Training Ground (Lezama) at approach
Water along the Camino
Pilgrims will find drinking water fountains (fuentes), public taps and springs in most villages and at points along the way. In summer and on remote stretches, carry enough water between stops as gaps can be long.