San Miguel del Camino
San Miguel del Camino belongs to the municipality of Valverde de la Virgen, Provincia de León, and is a site of great historical and cultural significance on the Camino de Santiago Francés. This village, with a population of around 551 inhabitants, sits at an elevation of 900 metres and is surrounded by settlements such as Montejos del Camino, Valverde de la Virgen and Fresno del Camino.
What to see in San Miguel del Camino?
History of San Miguel del Camino
San Miguel del Camino has witnessed important events over the centuries. Its history is closely linked to the Camino de Santiago, and since the 12th century it has been home to a pilgrim hospital and a parish church that once held a 15th-century image of Saint James.
Religious Heritage
The Parish Church of San Miguel del Camino is a notable example of local religious architecture. It once held a 15th-century image of Saint James, later moved to the provincial capital.
San Miguel del Camino on the Camino de Santiago
San Miguel del Camino is a significant stop on the Camino de Santiago Francés, one of the busiest routes towards the Cathedral of Santiago in Santiago de Compostela. The village offers essential services for pilgrims, including a hostel housed in the former schoolhouse.
Services for Pilgrims in San Miguel del Camino
- Pilgrim Hostel: Housed in the former schoolhouse, it offers accommodation and basic services for walkers.
- Shops and Cafés: The village has shops and establishments where pilgrims can stock up and rest.
San Miguel del Camino
San Miguel del Camino is a village that combines history, culture and modern services, making it a point of interest for pilgrims and tourists alike. Its religious heritage, its role on the Camino de Santiago and the presence of the León Golf Club make it a notable destination in the province of León.
| Country | Spain | |
|---|---|---|
| Autonomous community | Castilla y León | |
| Province | Provincia de León | |
| Comarca | Tierra de León | |
| Judicial district | León | |
| Municipality | Valverde de la Virgen | |
| Location | 42°33′47″N 5°41′49″O | |
| Elevation | 900 m | |
| Population | 551 residents (INE 2017) | |
| Postal code | 24391 | |
| Dialling code | 987 | |
| Patron saint | San Miguel (8 May) | |
| Patroness | Santa Lucia (13 December) | |

