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Wise Pilgrim APPLa Magdalena is where both the mountain and flat variants from Bonar converge. The town has basic services — a cafe and some small shops. Accommodation options are limited, so it's worth checking in advance.
From La Magdalena to Pandorado (20 km) is an idyllic off-road stage. Pine and oak forests, parts of the Transhumancia (the official livestock path used for centuries to drive flocks to Extremadura for winter), ancient bridges, and bits of Roman road. Not dramatic scenery but consistently pleasant.
The only refreshment along the way is a cafe in Riello, about 17.5 km along. For those wanting longer stages, Vegarienza is about 28 km from La Magdalena and has a good albergue.
