{"id":13013,"date":"2022-12-17T03:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-17T02:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/?p=13013"},"modified":"2026-09-17T15:24:19","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T13:24:19","slug":"video-stage-21-leon-to-astorga-with-jhonatan-barrios","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/video-stage-21-leon-to-astorga-with-jhonatan-barrios\/","title":{"rendered":"Video Stage 21: Le\u00f3n to Astorga with Jhonatan Barrios"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Video Stage 21: Le\u00f3n to Astorga (2 stages in 1) | Camino Frances with Jhonatan Barrios<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"geodir-embed-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Etapa 21: Le\u00f3n a Astorga (2 etapas en 1) | Camino Franc\u00e9s | Camino de Santiago\" width=\"920\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pvNIIg-4UXc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Video Stage 21: Le\u00f3n to Astorga (2 stages in 1) | Camino de Santiago Frances with Jhonatan Barrios<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jhonatan Barrios enthusiastically recounts the exciting experience of Stage 21 of the Camino de Santiago, covering a 47-kilometre route from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/leon\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11614\">Le\u00f3n<\/a><\/strong> to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/astorga\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11695\">Astorga<\/a><\/strong>. This stretch was walked between 26 April and 26 May 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the video, Jhonatan passionately narrates his journey to Astorga during this stage. This day was particularly meaningful for him, as it was the first time he had walked this stage together with his girlfriend. Meeting a Spanish pilgrim friend in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/villadangos-del-paramo\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11648\">Villadangos del P\u00e1ramo<\/a><\/strong>, who had already reached <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/astorga\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11695\">Astorga<\/a><\/strong>, also gave them great motivation to complete the stretch and share the final kilometres together. The experience turned out to be unique and unforgettable. Along the way, Jhonatan and his companion had the chance to explore the charming city of <a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/astorga\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11695\">Astorga<\/a>, admiring its imposing castle and majestic cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Stage 21: Le\u00f3n to Astorga with Jhonatan Barrios<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jhonatan Barrios<\/strong> begins his adventure from the Saint Francis of Assisi hostel in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/leon\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11614\">Le\u00f3n<\/a><\/strong>, heading for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/villadangos-del-paramo\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11648\">Villadangos del P\u00e1ramo<\/a><\/strong>, a 20-kilometre stretch. This leg marks Stage 21 of the Camino de Santiago and brings both challenges and moments of reflection. Setting out from Le\u00f3n is a significant step, not just in terms of distance, but also for the emotional and spiritual connection Jhonatan feels while walking alongside his girlfriend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Leaving Le\u00f3n: First Steps and Expectations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sky is partly clear, a welcome relief after the previous day&#8217;s rain. Jhonatan and his companion head towards the centre of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/leon\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11614\">Le\u00f3n<\/a><\/strong>, passing iconic landmarks such as <strong>Le\u00f3n Cathedral<\/strong> and the <strong>Basilica of Saint Isidore<\/strong>. This opening stretch is crucial for settling into a rhythm and acclimatising to the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Crossing the Heart of Le\u00f3n<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Le\u00f3n Cathedral<\/strong>, a gem of Gothic architecture, and the <strong>Basilica of Saint Isidore<\/strong>, an outstanding example of Romanesque art, are just some of the historic treasures they encounter along the way. The Basilica, built between the 11th and 12th centuries, is especially significant for its architecture and its ties to the history of Saint Isidore of Seville. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/pilgrims\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"5880\">Pilgrims<\/a><\/strong> must cross several historic bridges, including the one over the <strong>R\u00edo Bernesga<\/strong>, before leaving the city centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">The Route to Villadangos del P\u00e1ramo: Challenges and Beauty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Choosing the Route: Northern Variant vs. Southern Variant<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An important decision along the way is choosing between the Northern Variant and the Southern Variant. The Northern Variant follows a more historic route, though it passes through urban and industrial areas. The Southern Variant, on the other hand, ventures further into rural areas, offering a greener and quieter setting. Jhonatan and his girlfriend choose the Northern Variant, drawn by their interest in the Camino&#8217;s historic legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">The Village of La Virgen del Camino and the Medieval Bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along the way, they pass through the village of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/la-virgen-del-camino\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11624\">La Virgen del Camino<\/a><\/strong>, famous for its basilica dedicated to the Virgin. This modernist church, built in the 20th century, replaces an earlier church and is a key point where pilgrims must choose their route. They also cross the medieval bridge at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/hospital-de-orbigo\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11667\">Hospital de \u00d3rbigo<\/a><\/strong>, one of the longest on the Camino, dating back to the 13th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Arrival in Astorga: History and Culture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a long day combining two stages into one, Jhonatan and his girlfriend reach <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/astorga\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11695\">Astorga<\/a><\/strong>. This city, with more than 2,000 years of history, is known for its rich cultural and architectural heritage. The journey has been exhausting, but arriving in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/astorga\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11695\">Astorga<\/a><\/strong> offers a chance to rest and explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">The Episcopal Palace and Santa Mar\u00eda Cathedral<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the highlights of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/astorga\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11695\">Astorga<\/a><\/strong> is the <strong>Episcopal Palace<\/strong>, designed by the famous modernist architect Antoni Gaud\u00ed. Although Gaud\u00ed left the project unfinished, the building remains a symbol of the city&#8217;s architectural legacy. The <strong>Santa Mar\u00eda Cathedral<\/strong>, built in the 11th century and expanded through the 18th, is also an impressive testament to the art and history of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Final Thoughts on Stage 21 of the Camino Frances and Preparing for the Next Stage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jhonatan and his companion end the day with dinner at a local restaurant and a well-earned rest at the Siervas de Mar\u00eda hostel. Although the decision to combine two stages into one was challenging, the experience of walking alongside their friend Fran and exploring <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/leon-province\/astorga\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"11695\">Astorga<\/a><\/strong> proved rewarding. With the next stages in sight, they are ready to continue their journey with renewed energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Preparing for Stage 22<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Stage 22 (<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/video-stage-22-astorga-to-foncebadon-with-jhonatan-barrios\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/video-stage-22-astorga-to-foncebadon-with-jhonatan-barrios\/\">Video Stage 22: Astorga to Foncebad\u00f3n with Jhonatan Barrios<\/a><\/strong>) on the horizon, Jhonatan and his team are getting ready for new challenges and discoveries. The Camino de Santiago remains a journey of transformation and learning, and every step brings them closer to their final destination at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/lo\/cathedral-of-santiago-de-compostela\/\" data-type=\"gd_place\" data-id=\"12591\">Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela<\/a><\/strong> in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/a-coruna-province\/santiago-de-compostela\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12306\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santiago de Compostela<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Buen Camino, pilgrims!<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<p><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Camino de Santiago Frances<\/span><\/p><\/nav><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@JhonatanBarriosBustos\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Video Stage 21: Le\u00f3n to Astorga (2 stages in 1) | Camino Frances with Jhonatan Barrios Video Stage 21: Le\u00f3n to Astorga (2 stages in 1) | Camino de Santiago Frances with Jhonatan Barrios Jhonatan Barrios enthusiastically recounts the exciting experience of Stage 21 of the Camino de Santiago, covering a 47-kilometre route from Le\u00f3n [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13016,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[434],"tags":[689],"class_list":["post-13013","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-videos","tag-jhonatanbarrios"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13013","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13013"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13013\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13016"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13013"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13013"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13013"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}