Albergue Vicus

Albergue Vicus in Frómista

Albergue Vicus Overview

Type: Albergue Vicus is a private albergue oriented toward pilgrims and general travelers; credential not required.
Location: Avenida Ingeniero Rivera, 25, 34440 Frómista, Palencia, Spain — very central in town. Located on the Camino Frances pilgrimage route.
Opened: August 2019 / early-2020.
Accessibility: Modern building with private bathrooms; accept reservations; basic facilities, though not all adapted for reduced mobility.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 617 483 264
Email: angelgallegoesteban@hotmail.com
Website: Not publicly listed beyond Camino-directories.

Albergue Facilities

Rooms: Two shared rooms of 3 beds each (total ~6 beds), each room has its own full private bathroom.
Prices: Around **€14** per bed in shared dormitory; private room pricing from ~€25.
Total Capacity: Approximately 6 pilgrims.
Reservations: Accepted.
Pilgrim Credential: Not required.
Operating Season: Open most of the year; closed during Christmas period.
Hours: Check-in from ~11:00 until ~22:00.

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Albergue Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi throughout
• Kitchen for pilgrim use (with refrigerator, microwave, stove, utensils)
• Washer & dryer available
• Hot water, heating facilities
• Common dining area
• Bathrooms: 2 showers, 2 toilets; each room has its own complete bathroom
• Washbasin and clothesline for drying laundry
• No requirement of pilgrim credential for stay

Pilgrim Insight

Albergue Vicus is ideal if you want something quieter and more private in Frómista. With only two small shared rooms and private bathrooms, it feels more like a guesthouse than a large albergue—so fewer people, more comfort. Pilgrims appreciate the peace, the modern bathrooms, and the option to reserve ahead (which is a big help in peak times). The location is great—right in town, easy to find, close to sights and services.

On the flip side, because of the low capacity, it fills fast. And for those looking for big communal rooms or a loud, social vibe, the smaller scale might be less appealing. Overall though, if you want comfort, cleanliness, and convenience, Albergue Vicus hits a nice middle ground.

Check out the other Albergues in Fromista.

We have also self published a Camino Francés Journal for Pilgrims walking the route so you can record all your day by day memories.  Have fun and journal away…