This route originated in the Middle Ages when the Mozarabs, Christians living in territories under Muslim rule, were making the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostelaa, forming a key route linking the south of the peninsula with the other routes leading to the apostle’s tomb.

The route consists of a total of 114 kilometres, divided into seven stages, which begin in the town of Pizarro, in the province of Badajoz, and end in Malpartida de Plasencia, where connects with the Vía de la Plata, passing through the beautiful the city of Trujillo and the Monfragüe National Park.

Its last three stages run, therefore, by UNESCO Territories, which is what characterises a route that combines spectacular heritage, natural and scenic attractions.