Oviedo, Grado, Salas, Tineo, Pola de Allande, Berducedo, A Fonsagrada, O Cádavo - Baleira, Lugo, Ponte Ferreira, Melide, Arzua, O Pedrouzo, Santiago de Compostela
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Journey from Oviedo’s medieval charm through stunning mountain landscapes and Galician villages, ending at the majestic Santiago de Compostela.
DAY 1: OVIEDO
Make your own way to Oviedo. Your Camino begins in Oviedo, capital of Asturias. This city with a pronounced medieval character surprises us with its careful and well-preserved old town, in which it is worth highlighting the Gothic cathedral of El Salvador and the Holy Chamber. Overnight in Oviedo.
DAY 2: OVIEDO – GRADO
(25,2 km / 6 hrs approx. / difficulty level: medium)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. We gather our strength to begin this exciting 15-day journey. Today’s first stage, while not the most difficult, introduces the characteristic challenges of the path. Covering 25 km, the route includes frequent slopes, with the steepest climb reaching Escampelo. We then descend along the Nalón River to Peñaflor before arriving in Grado. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 3: GRADO – SALAS
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today’s stage is more enjoyable than the previous one. Fully recharged, we set out for another day of hiking. The toughest part comes early, with a 300-meter climb to Alto de Fresno, where the sanctuary is worth a visit. The rest of the route is easier, following the Narcea River to Cornellana and then along the Nonaya River to reach Salas. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 4: SALAS – TINEO
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Although one of the shortest days in distance, today’s stage remains challenging due to its uneven terrain. We begin with a climb to La Espina, reaching nearly 700 meters, followed by gentler but frequent slopes. The maximum elevation gained today is 800 meters. After conquering Alto de la Espina, the route passes through small villages like La Pereda and El Pedregal before arriving in Tineo. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 5: TINEO – POLA DE ALLANDE
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today is a challenging stage, one of the longest on the route, but the effort is well rewarded. Rolling hills remain our constant companion, complemented by beautiful forests, valleys, and stunning mountain scenery crossed by rivers, offering moments of relief. The route begins with an ascent from Tineo, followed by a descent to Campiello, before continuing to Pola de Allande. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 6: POLA DE ALLANDE – BERDUCEDO
(17,5 km / 5 hrs approx. / difficulty level: high)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today’s stage is one of the longest and most challenging, but the scenery makes it worthwhile. Rolling hills lead us through lush forests, valleys, and striking mountain landscapes with rivers providing refreshing breaks. The journey starts with a climb from Tineo, descends to Campiello, and continues onward to Pola de Allande. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 7: BERDUCEDO – GRANDAS DE SALIME
(20,4 km / 5 hrs approx. / difficulty level: medium)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. While yesterday was marked by climbs, today features a steep-but manageable-descent to the Salime Reservoir Dam. After the descent and crossing the Navia River, the remaining kilometers lead us to Grandas de Salime. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 8: GRANDAS DE SALIME – A FONSAGRADA
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Following yesterday’s climbs, today offers a steep yet easy-to-manage descent to the Salime Reservoir Dam. After crossing the Navia River, we cover the final kilometres to reach Grandas de Salime. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 9: A FONSAGRADA – O CADAVO
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today marks our first full Galician stage, promising breathtaking scenery. Much of the route follows countryside paths. The day begins with gentle slopes to Montouto, followed by a long descent, before tackling the main climb up to A Lastra. We continue a short distance to reach O Cádavo. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 10: O CADAVO – LUGO
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today’s longest stage covers many kilometres, with a mostly flat descent to Castroverde, where the 14th-century fortress is worth a visit. Pass through villages like Souto de Torres, Vilar de Cas, and Gondar, surrounded by Galicia’s green landscapes, before arriving in Lugo, rich in Roman heritage and local gastronomy. Overnight stay.
DAY 11: LUGO – A PONTE DE FERREIRA
(26,5 km / 7 hrs approx. / difficulty level: easy)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today’s route follows local roads and some paved paths. The main challenge is the distance, as there are minimal elevation changes. Overnight stay in A Ponte de Ferreira.
DAY 12: A PONTE DE FERREIRA – MELIDE
(20 km / 5 hrs approx. / difficulty level: easy)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today’s stage has a strong rural character with some hilly sections, leading to Melide, the geographic centre of Galicia and the junction with the Camino Francés. The slightly shorter “Vía Romana” route is recommended. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 13: MELIDE – ARZÚA
(14,1 km / 3 hrs approx. / difficulty level: easy)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Departing Lugo province, we walk into A Coruña province, covering several kilometres and passing charming towns such as Boente and Castañeda, before arriving in Arzúa, renowned for its cheese. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 14: ARZÚA – O PEDROUZO
(19,3 km / 5 hrs approx. / difficulty level: easy)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today’s stage is short and peaceful, offering time to reflect on the Camino before reaching Santiago the following day. Overnight stay in O Pedrouzo.
DAY 15: O PEDROUZO – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
(19,4 km / 4 hrs approx. / difficulty level: easy)
You will have to take your luggage to the lobby of your hotel/pension before 08:00 am. Breakfast at your hotel. Today is the final stage, filled with excitement and unique emotions. We recommend starting early to join the 12:00 pm. pilgrimage. The route passes through Lavacolla and ascends Monte do Gozo, offering a distant view of the long-awaited cathedral. The journey concludes at Plaza del Obradoiro, bringing a well-earned sense of accomplishment. Overnight stay at your accommodation.
DAY 16: SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
After breakfast, end of our services. (B)
ACCOMMODATION (OR SIMILAR):
OVIEDO: Iberik Santo Sunday Plaza, or Gran Hotel Spain
GRADO: H. Areces, or H. Auto Bar, or H. El Lacayo de Sestiello
SALAS: H. Castillo de Valdes, or H. Casa Sueño
TINEO: H. Palacio de Meras, or Pensión La Posada
POLA DE ALLANDE: H. La Nueva Allandesa, or H. Lozano
BERDUCEDO: Casa Araceli
GRANDAS DE SALIME: H. La Barraca
A FONSAGRADA: H. Portico, or Pensión Casa Manolo
O CADAVO: H. Moneda, or Pensión Eligio, or Mesón A Marronda
LUGO: H. Mercure Lugo Centro, or H. Mendez Nuñez, or Eurostars Gran Hotel Lugo
A PONTE DE FERREIRA: Casa da Ponte, or H. Rural O Cruce do Burgo
MELIDE: H. Carlos 96, or H. Lux Melide, or San Antón, or Berenguela
ARZUA: H. Arzua, or Casona de Nene, or Casa Teodora, or Casa Costoya, or Domus Gallery, or Pensión Luis
O PEDROUZO/AMENAL: PR Platas, or H. Rural O Acivro, or Pensión Rosella, or Pensión 23
SANTIAGO: H.A. Tafona do Peregrino, or H. Gelmirez, or H. Lux Santiago, or H. Pombal Rooms, or Alameda Rooms, or Alda Avenida, or Alda San Carlos
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OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Option to upgrade to half board is available at an additional cost and must be requested at time of booking.
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