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On the Calzado Romano

The granite-paved track is ancient and had the name Calzado Romano, literally meaning ‘Roman Shoes’. It is a communication route that links San Martín de Trevejo with towns and villages in Castile and León. Considering its age, it is remarkably well preserved with thousands of original granite paving stones. However, it is thought that it is unlikely to have been laid during Roman times but is more a medieval construction.

Ten minutes into the wood there is a cascading waterfall on the left. The path becomes a bridge here as the water flows under the track down to the right and the valley below. Further on, occasional water channels cross the track but these are easily negotiated.

As the track descends, the woods thin and you come to an open rural landscape with San Martín visible below and right. At a T-junction turn right, then turn left to drop down into the outskirts of the village. Pass a water trough on the left with clear running water; a good place to ‘wash up’ before seeking refreshments in San Martín.