Camino Francés - Day 5: Pamplona to Puente la Reina
I left Pamplona while it was still dark, navigating heavy morning traffic, which made for an unpleasant walk. Once outside the city, the hike became much more enjoyable.
Today's highlight was Alto del Perdón (Hill of Forgiveness), a traditional pilgrim site for giving and seeking forgiveness. The climb was easy, but the descent was tricky due to loose rocks. I watched younger pilgrims dash down while I focused on not falling!
I arrived in Puente la Reina around 1:30 PM and ran into pilgrims I had met on my first day. We found a nice bakery and took a well-earned break.
Route Overview
Distance: 24.93 km (Hostel Plaza Catedral → Albergue Estrella Guía Peregrinos)
Total elevation gain: 469 m
Duration: 5 hr 33 min (with breaks 6 hr 28 min)
Difficulty: Hard
Cost Breakdown
Accommodation: Albergue Estrella Guía Solo Peregrinos (booked via Agoda) — C$33.99
Food: €29.45
