Alternative route out of León
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Yes. The branch off the main route is on the edge of town about 500m beyond the modern Virgen del Camino basilica. Very well signposted.
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Some 7 kms after Leon, you come to La Virgen del Caminoo. Shortly after, you go down some steps, and then there is an arrow to the left, leading on. This alternative route is peaceful and cannot be missed: It is also well marked.
You have made a wise decision. Lovely alternative. The primary route is pure disgusting. Albergue Casa de Jesus is nice in Villar de Mazarife.
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I’ve just walked part of that route today, into Oncina de la Valdoncina and can confirm it is well sign posted. It’s certainly a blessed relief after all the roads and urban sprawl of Leon
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well marked and both albergues in mazariffe are lovely. I stayed at private albergue in right side as y ou enter town and was treated to my best meal on the Camino. My daughter stayed at the other one and had equally good time. This was a lovely alternate
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Down bag (90/10 duvet) of 700 fills with 180 g (6.34 ounces) of filling. Mummy-shaped structure, ideal when you are looking for lightness with great heating performance.
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Thank you for your replies. I did the alternative route on Saturday and it was supremely well signposted all the way from the turning just past Virgen del Camino to Mazarife. I had the good fortune to walk with a French choir from Nancy near Metz. They did an impromptu performance in Virgen del Camino. We stayed in the same hotel and then walked together on Sunday morning before saying goodbye near Hospital de Órbigo. Thank you in particular to Miriam and Simone for your welcome.
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