Discover the magic of the Primitive Way of St. James

The route offers an infinite number of charms, from the scenery to the exuberant historical heritage.

The Xacobean route known as Primitive Way represents the real essences of the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, to the point that it is considered to be the original route and therefore older, which explains its name.

The Primitive Way is also known as the Inner Route of the Pilgrims' Route to Santiago de Compostela through the North and the Way of Oviedo. It starts from the very heart of the city, specifically from the main entrance to its cathedraland runs along the length of the Principality until it reaches Lugo. From here, it goes to Melidein A Coruña, where it meets with the French Way55 kilometres from the cathedral of Compostela.

This pilgrimage route would bring the total number of pilgrimages to 313 kilometresOf these, approximately 255 correspond to the Primitive Way, and the rest to the French Way.

In general, the route is usually divided into some 13 or 14 stages from among 20 and 25 kilometresHowever, it should be noted that this is a route that crosses demanding routes, which, although they offer prodigious views, require a good level of physical fitness.

Attractions of the Primitive Way

Doing the Primitive Way links up with the ancient Medieval tradition to visit Oviedo's cathedral during the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. In addition, this is a route less travelledThe lower influx of pilgrims makes it possible to enjoy a more pleasant much more genuine experienceto enjoy its many charms that captivate the senses and uplift the spirit.

Along this route pilgrims can encounter incredible natural environments and a great artistic heritage, historical and cultural. All of this without renouncing good infrastructures, which are very much appreciated, as those who have ventured along the Camino de Santiago on any of its routes know very well.

The Primitive Way is rich in monuments both Romanesque as gothicThese artistic styles take us back to the Early and Late Middle Ages in this area, which is particularly rich in remains from this period, and which in many cases have been preserved in very good condition.

The route also crosses through incredible landscapesWith mountains, rivers, cliffs and forests brimming with beauty, it will always appeal to any nature lover. In fact, one of its main attractions is that it has virtually no asphalt stretches, and offers places with no trace of human transformation.

Whereas if we go to the more practical sideAs soon as fatigue begins to build up from the hard days, we are faced with an essential dimension, a good way of getting to know each other. accommodation networkan excellent signageThe route has good services as well as all the infrastructure that a pilgrim may need. In addition, as it is a less crowded route it is less difficult to find free shelters...

In this way, a genuine experience of encountering nature is combined with the minimum comfort necessary to undertake an adventure of this kind, which involves travelling many kilometres over many consecutive days.

For its landscapes, for its heritage and for all its charms it is well worth doing the Camino Primitivo.