Wildfires close routes along Camino Francés

Camino Wildfire smoke in Trabadelo

Due to high concentrations of smoke that make affect health, the Civil Protection of Castilla y Léon announced that as of August 17th, 2025, no passge will be permitted on the section of the camino between Astorga and Ponferrada. Those pilgrims needing to pass through to Ponferrada will be required to do so by bus from Astorga. Local accomodation providers must, to the best of their ability, assist pilgrims on the way by asking them to stay an extra day.

This notice is in effect for only one day, but with such fluid conditions, it may require extentions to these restrictions.