Type: Invidual tour
Guidance: GPS
Cycling type: Leisure & Touring cycling
Difficulty level: 4/5
Luggage xfer: Included
Tour info: 10 days, 9 nights, 8 cycling days
Departure: daily between April 1 and October 15, prices are per person
Price per person, double room including breakfast (based on 2 travellers): from €875
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During your cycling holiday, you’ll stay in atmospheric accommodations ranging from cosy inns to charming family-run hotels with an average of three stars. You will also sometimes stay in hotels that focus on pilgrims, usually rated one or two stars. You won’t find large chains here, but places with a warm, personal atmosphere and unique details that make you feel at home. Each location has been carefully selected to ensure you enjoy comfort and hospitality to the fullest. All rooms have a private bathroom (en suite).
Cycle the Camino del Norte from Oviedo to Santiago. Discover green hills, charming coastal villages, beautiful beaches, and the charm of Galicia on a unique 10-day cycling pilgrimage!
You begin your adventure in Oviedo, known for its Gothic Cathedral of San Salvador — an important starting point for pilgrims. The route winds through picturesque coastal towns such as Avilés and Luarca, leading you past hidden coves, rugged cliffs, and atmospheric fishing villages. In Galicia, you’ll discover a different side of Spain, with charming villages, winding rivers, and a rich Celtic heritage.
This journey offers not only beautiful scenery and authentic Spanish hospitality, but for many also a moment of reflection. The Camino is a pilgrimage route that has inspired travellers for centuries. Whether you’re seeking inner peace, a physical challenge, or simply wish to enjoy the unique charm of northern Spain, this route has it all.
With daily luggage transport, comfortable accommodations, and carefully selected routes along quiet paths, you can fully focus on the beautiful surroundings and the special journey ahead of you.
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Welcome to Oviedo, a city rich in history and alive with a vibrant pilgrim tradition. Stroll through the atmospheric old town and visit the Gothic Cathedral of San Salvador, where you can collect the first stamp in your pilgrim passport. Discover the local gastronomy in one of the many Sidrerías along Calle Gascona — a popular spot for both locals and pilgrims.
You leave Oviedo behind and cycle through green valleys and along the foothills of Mount Naranco towards the coast. Along the way, enjoy the peaceful rural scenery and changing landscapes. In Avilés, you’ll be surprised by the historic centre’s lively atmosphere and modern architecture, such as the Niemeyer Art Centre. End your day with dinner at the charming harbour.
The route follows the stunning coastline of the Costa Verde, offering views over rugged cliffs and traditional Asturian villages. Highlights include the River Nalón and the medieval Castle of San Martín, which overlooks the valley. After a climb, you reach the picturesque fishing village of Cudillero, where colourful houses cling to a steep hillside.
One of the most beautiful stages of the Camino takes you through the quiet Asturian countryside. Following the Camín Real de Las Ballotas, you’ll pass hidden beaches and charming villages such as Cadavedo. After a challenging climb, enjoy breathtaking views on the descent to Luarca, the “White town on the green coast”, known for its harbour and distinctive white buildings.
You begin with a loop inland, cycling through peaceful forests and rolling hills. Stop in Navia for a short break before continuing to Tapia, a village with a pretty harbour and the beautiful Penarronda Beach. After crossing the River Eo, you arrive in Ribadeo, a lively town with elegant mansions and inviting shopping streets.
Leave the coast behind and head into the green interior of Galicia. The route is hilly and demanding but rewards you with wide views and charming villages such as Vilanova de Lourenzá. Visit its impressive monastery church before continuing to Mondoñedo, a historic town home to the UNESCO-listed Cathedral Basilica La Asunción.
Today you climb to the plateau of Terra Chá, following quiet roads through scenic valleys. Along the way, you’ll pass picturesque villages like Abadín, perfect for a pause and a taste of local specialities. You finish in Vilalba, a town with a medieval character and remarkable landmarks, including the imposing Torre de los Andrade.
This varied stage takes you along paved roads, muddy paths, and through fairytale-like forests. Stop in Baamonde for a traditional Spanish bocadillo. The day ends at the impressive monastery of Sobrado dos Monxes — an iconic building with a long religious history and a peaceful setting that invites reflection.
The final stage leads you through Arzúa, where the Camino del Norte merges with the Camino Francés. Though this section is busier, there’s a special energy among the many pilgrims approaching their destination. From Monte do Gozo, you’ll catch your first glimpse of the cathedral of Santiago. Conclude your journey at the magnificent Plaza Obradoiro and the cathedral — an experience you won’t soon forget.
Difficulty level 4 for touring trips are cycling holidays for the experienced and well-trained touring cyclist. The stages are longer and may include some unpaved sections (gravel). There may be one or two days that are somewhat longer and more demanding. On average, daily distances range between 50 and 70 kilometres, with 200 to 800 metres of elevation gain per day.
On an e-bike, this route is of course considerably easier.
If you fly to Asturias Airport (Ranon, OVD), there is a regular shuttle service to the centre of Oviedo. Buses depart every hour on the hour. The journey takes about 45 minutes, and a one-way ticket costs around €8.
If you arrive at another airport, such as Santander (SDR), Bilbao (BIO) or Valladolid (VLL), there are good bus connections to Oviedo. For schedules and reservations, visit [www.alsa.es](http://www.alsa.es).
If you are travelling back to the airports of Asturias (OVD), Santander (SDR) or Bilbao (BIO), there is a morning bus from Santiago that takes you to Oviedo, Santander or Bilbao. The journey time to Oviedo is about 8 hours and 30 minutes, to Santander 9 hours and 30 minutes, and to Bilbao 11 hours and 30 minutes.
Bus tickets can be booked online at (http://www.alsa.es).
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