20.1 Etapa Xacobeu Muntell verges poble nou

First stage of the Cami de Sant Jaume de l'Ebre

Route characteristics

25 km
7 m
6 m

With traffic Motorized vehicles are frequent.

First stage of the Camino de Santiago de l’Ebre, with a route of 24.6 km within a total route of 456 km to Logroño, where it connects with the Camino Francés towards Santiago de Compostela. The stage begins at the mouth of the Ebro, on the hill of Muntell de les Verges, the highest point in the Delta at about 4 meters high, presided over by the monument dedicated to the communities through which the river passes.

The route is completely flat and runs between rice fields, lagoons and sections close to the Ebro River, in one of the sectors with the richest fauna in the Delta. Flamingos, ducks, cormorants, kingfishers, coots and many other species accompany the walker on this stage of great natural value.

Along the route there are several points of interest, such as the river port at the mouth, the Pont dels Moros or Pont del Rei, the Lo Passador bridge —which connects Deltebre and Sant Jaume d’Enveja—, the l’Embut viewpoint with its naturalized ponds and the large bat nest box, as well as the Casa de Fusta, an emblematic construction from the 1920s overlooking the Encanyissada lagoon.

The stage ends in Poble Nou del Delta, a nucleus created as a colonization village in the mid-20th century, where the pilgrim finds services and accommodations to rest before embarking on the next day. This first stage offers a full immersion in the open landscape, water and biodiversity that define the essence of the Ebro Delta.

Start point: Hill of the Virgins View on Google Maps

Waypoint:Hill of the Virgins

Hill of the Virgins

A 4 m high fluvial dune located on the left bank of the Ebro River where we find a monument with seven columns dedicated to the Marian invocations of the communities through which the Ebro River passes.

Waypoint:Moors' Bridge

Moors' Bridge

Remains of two semicircular arches made of rough stone, part of a gate or sluice that regulated the water of ancient salt pans near the Ebro River.

Waypoint:Bridge The Passador

Bridge The Passador

250 meters long and 15 meters high, its design allocates half of the surface area to cyclists and pedestrians. There is also an exhibition on the history of ferries.

Waypoint:Pont del Través viewpoint

Pont del Través viewpoint

Adapted viewpoint located at the connection between the Clot and the Encanyissada pool.

End point: Poble Nou Church View on Google Maps

Tips

This excursion can be done at any time of the year. We recommend autumn, spring, and sunny winter days. An absolute delight!
In summer, the heat can be quite intense, so it’s a good idea to do the route early in the day to avoid the strongest sun hours. Remember to bring water, a hat, and sunscreen.
The itinerary time has been calculated for a leisurely-paced walk. Depending on the stops you make to enjoy the scenery, the route may take considerably longer.
If you need more information about this or other routes, we’ll be happy to assist you at the Tourist Office.

El Poble Nou del Delta

Sant Jaume d'Enveja

Sant Jaume d’Enveja, situat al cor del Parc Natural del Delta de l’Ebre, és un poble envoltat de camps d’arròs, llacunes i canals que defineixen el paisatge característic del delta. La seva vida tranquil·la i la gastronomia local, basada en l’arròs i els productes del riu, conviden a gaudir del territori amb calma. Els camins plans que travessen els arrossars i connecten amb altres nuclis del delta fan de Sant Jaume d’Enveja un lloc ideal per a rutes ciclistes senzilles, cosa que permet descobrir la natura, la fauna i la serenitat d’aquest entorn únic.

Since this is a linear route with several options for parking vehicles along the way, you can adjust the itinerary according to your needs and abilities.
Respect signage and restricted access areas.
Lighting fires is strictly prohibited.
Respect the flora, fauna, and environment. Collecting animal or plant species, alive or dead, is not allowed.
Camping is only permitted in established campsites.
In protected areas, it is prohibited to have dogs off-leash. Launching or landing drones is also prohibited.
Do not litter, except in designated disposal areas.

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