Grimaldo to Carcaboso
One of the longest stages of the Cáceres stretch of the Vía de la Plata, rewarded with one of the best private accommodation offerings on the entire route.
Best season: Autumn, winter, and spring; in summer it's best to leave very early given the stage's length
Map
- Grimaldo
- Carcaboso
FEAACS track published by IGN. Follow current trail signs.
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From Grimaldo to Carcaboso is 30.2 km along the Vía de la Plata. It's stage 14, with 191 m of ascent and 367 m of descent, completed in about 7 h 30 min. Difficulty: Moderate.
A long day across the Cáceres countryside
The stage leaving Grimaldo is longer and somewhat more demanding than the previous one, with a net downhill trend over the route, crossing the Cáceres countryside on farm tracks and stretches of dehesa.
It's one of the longest days on the entire Extremaduran stretch, so it's best to leave with plenty of time and a good supply of water and food, as intermediate services are scarce.
The reward comes in Carcaboso, one of the best-served towns on the entire Vía de la Plata: it has three private hostels, all open year-round and bookable, guaranteeing a good night's rest after a demanding stage.
What the terrain is like, section by section
Terrain
Net descent over the stage, with gentle elevation changes and no notable technical sections.
Landscape
Cáceres countryside and dehesa, with stretches of scattered vegetation.
Path type
Mostly farm and dehesa tracks, well marked.
Villages
Few intermediate settlements in a mostly rural stage.
Water points
Limited: leave Grimaldo with an adequate supply given the stage's length.
Shade
Irregular, with dehesa stretches offering partial shade.
Traffic
Very low, typical of rural tracks.
Key fact
It's a long stage (30.2 km): leave early and carry enough supplies for the whole day.
Staying in Carcaboso
Carcaboso has three private hostels, all open year-round and all bookable (verified 2026) — one of the best-served towns on this stretch.
Albergue Señora Elena
12 beds. Highly recommended stop among pilgrims: dorms of only 2 people, with beds (not bunks). Not on Booking, direct contact (659 774 580).
Albergue Majalavara
30 beds. Not confirmed on Booking.
Albergue Los Miliarios
34 beds (20 in the hostel + 14 in tourist apartments), breakfast included in the price. Not confirmed on Booking.
Eating in Carcaboso
The town offers bars and restaurants with Extremaduran cuisine.
Bars in the center
Good pilgrim menu options after a long, demanding stage.
Historic stops on this stage
Cáceres dehesa
One of the most representative landscapes of Extremadura, with scattered holm oaks over pastureland.
Three private hostels
One of the towns with the best accommodation offering on the entire Cáceres stretch, with guaranteed bookings.
Pace your effort well throughout the day: it's a long stage, and it's worth arriving in Carcaboso with enough time to calmly choose between its three hostels.
How to get there and back
If you're starting here: Grimaldo has no transport of its own; the most practical option is to approach from Cáceres.
If you need to return from Carcaboso: it has a train station, with connections to Cáceres and Plasencia.
What you should know before this stage
Leave early
With more than 30 km ahead, the earlier you start, the better you'll manage fatigue at the end of the day.
Carry enough supplies
Intermediate services are scarce throughout the stage.
Take your time choosing your hostel in Carcaboso
With three options open year-round, you can compare price and comfort before deciding.
Don't ruin this stage
Leaving late with more than 30 km ahead
It's one of the longest stages of the Cáceres stretch; starting late can force you to rush through the final hours.
Not carrying enough water
Intermediate supply points are limited.
What to pack, travel insurance and getting around
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Everything you want to know before this stage
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Ideas for after you finish the Camino
A café waiting for you in Santiago
You still have many kilometres ahead, but once you finish the Camino in Santiago, Bonsai Café is a great spot for breakfast: right in the city centre, with Berraco by Bou specialty coffee and weekend brunch.
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