Camino Francés - 01 vs Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Camino Francés - 01 | Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 116 mi186 km | 78 mi126 km |
| Elevation gain | 8,291 ft2,527 m | 6,512 ft1,985 m |
| Typical duration | 8 days | 6 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Best time to hike | Best from June to September | Best from June to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Camino Francés - 01 vs Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei: which should you hike?
At 116 mi186 km, Camino Francés - 01 is the longer route — roughly 38 mi60 km more than Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei (78 mi126 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.