Cycling the Camino Primitivo: Oviedo to Santiago

The Camino Primitivo is also the link between the Northern Way, which starts in San Sebastian and ends in Oviedo, and the French Way, which merges with the Camino Primitivo in Melide, after Lugo. Our cycling itinerary follows this authentic route, which was very popular in the early Middle Ages when pilgrims aimed to avoid the constant conflict between Christian and Moorish kingdoms in Central Spain. Throughout this trip, the history and beauty of ‘España Verde’ will act as a backdrop for your pilgrimage, as you cycle through the surprisingly varied countryside of Asturias and Galicia.

The Camino Primitivo is a route which is a lot quieter compared to the French Way or the Portuguese Way as it crosses the rugged and diverse landscapes of the Asturias in Northern Spain, where you will witness spectacular views of the Embalse de Salime, the River Navia and the surrounding mountains. 
We have designed this cycling itinerary so that depending on your riding style you can choose between following the Original Way’s mountain trails (more challenging and appropriate for a mountain bike) or take alternative routes, following surfaced country roads with little traffic, riding parallel to the historical footpath. In both cases, you’ll see all the major highlights and get a true taste of the special atmosphere enjoyed by pilgrims on the walking trail.