It is a stone cross on an elevation near Astorga, from which you can see the towns of San Justo de la Vega and, a little further, Astorga. Santo Toribio was an Astorgan bishop of the 5th century. It was precisely in this place where the Saint dusted off his sandals when he left his diocese, sad and slandered.

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March 21, 2022

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“Each of these crosses can tell its own story and what prompted people to erect “their” cross at this point. (...) These wayside crosses were erected as visible signs and …

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August 22, 2024

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The Crucero de Santo Toribio is a natural viewpoint located in San Justo de la Vega, about five kilometers before reaching Astorga, León. From this point, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Astorga and the Montes de León.
Legend has it that Santo Toribio, bishop of Astorga in the 5th century, stopped at this place when he was forced to leave the city. Looking towards Astorga for the last time, he shook his sandals and exclaimed: "From Astorga, not even the dust." Later, the city named him its patron saint. 🌄⛪

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1. The Crucero de Santo Toribio from San Justo de la Vega — circular by the Camino Frances

5.18km

01:24

70m

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2. Santo Toribio Cross Viewpoint – The Garden of the Soul loop from Estébanez de la Calzada

23.9km

06:27

300m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Santo Toribio Cross Viewpoint – Tengo Sed Pilgrim Statue loop from San Justo de la Vega

25.7km

06:49

250m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 980 m

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Location: San Justo De La Vega, Astorga, León, Castile and León, Spain

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Santo Toribio Cross Viewpoint

1. The Crucero de Santo Toribio from San Justo de la Vega — circular by the Camino Frances

2. Santo Toribio Cross Viewpoint – The Garden of the Soul loop from Estébanez de la Calzada

3. Santo Toribio Cross Viewpoint – Tengo Sed Pilgrim Statue loop from San Justo de la Vega

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