August 6, 2026 - August 23, 2026

Among the numerous Camino paths that criss-cross the stunning landscapes of Europe, Camino del Norte in northern Spain is one of the most beautiful and oldest routes to Santiago de Compostela.

Also known as the Northern Way, Coastal Route, and Ruta de la Costa.  It runs parallel to the sea along the northern coast of Spain. You’ll often find yourself walking on rugged cliffside paths with azure waters below, as well as sun-drenched coastal stretches with stunning views of the shimmering Cantabrian Sea and sandy beaches. The route takes pilgrims through tranquil woodlands, emerald meadows, and rolling hills. 

340 km/211 miles

The city of Gijón Spain is one of the most important cities in the Principality of Asturias and one of the main starting points of the Camino del Norte.

It has an approximate distance of 340 km divided into 15 stages. 

This stage is characterized by being quiet through rural roads and trails until we approach Avilés, where the route runs along urban and industrial roads. The city of Avilés has a rich cultural and historical heritage and its old town has been declared a Historical-Artistic-Monumental Site. In it, you can visit the Plaza de Camposagrado or the Sabugo neighborhood.

From Avilés to El Pito, we will enjoy a pleasant walk between rural areas and small forests. The end of the stage takes place in El Pito, a small Asturian town. We recommend you visit two of its main attractions: the Selgas Palace, known for its architecture and beautiful gardens; and the Church of Jesús de Nazareno, which houses the oldest religious altar in Spain.

This section runs parallel to the road for several km. Although traffic is light, we recommend paying attention to road conditions and taking necessary precautions.

The section between Ballota and Luarca runs through inland areas along green fields and small towns. In this way, we arrive at Luarca, a quiet fishing town with white houses. It has great architectural wealth, including the Palace of the Marquis of Ferrera, the town hall and the Atalaya Lighthouse.

The Luarca and Navia stage combines stretches of road with rural roads, being a calm and easy route. Once we arrive in Navia, we recommend visiting some of its beaches, the best in Western Asturias; enjoy local gastronomy or make cultural visits to monuments such as the Pérez Casadoiro Palace and churches such as Nuestra Señora de la Barca.

This stage is characterized by being mostly flat in which you will walk along green paths, rural areas and some stretches of road. Along the route, we say goodbye to Asturias to enter Galicia, arriving at the end of our stage, Ribadeo. Its urban center has been declared a Historic-Artistic Site and has the Playa de las Catedrales, considered one of the most spectacular beaches in the world.

In this stage, the Camino del Norte begins in Galicia from the medieval town of Ribadeo, on the border between the province of Lugo and Asturias. It is a long stage, but accessible for pilgrims since it generally runs through flat terrain, highlighting two climbs in A Ponte Arante and the entrance to Vilanova de Lourenzá, the end of the stage. Once there, we recommend the Church of Santa María, considered a rehearsal for the Obradoiro façade in Santiago de Compostela; and the Monastery of San Salvador, declared a Historical-Artistic Monument and whose interior houses the municipal offices and the Museum of Sacred Art.

Leaving Vilanova de Lourenzá behind, today's stage passes through green landscapes of fields and meadows. This section is more demanding than the previous ones, as the climbs predominate, highlighting the ascent parallel to the A Xesta pass. During the tour we arrive at Mondoñedo, one of the seven capitals of the ancient Kingdom of Galicia. We continue through small towns and valleys until we finally reach Abadín, the beginning of the region known as A Terra Chá.

The Abadín and Vilalba stage is mainly flat in which we will advance along dirt and asphalt tracks between green meadows and native forests close to the N-634 national highway. The end of the stage takes place in Vilalba, one of the largest in the province of Lugo. One of its most important tourist attractions is the tribute tower of the Andrade family castle, considered a Site of Cultural Interest and whose origin dates back to the 15th century.

Today's day combines dirt and asphalt tracks with the continued presence of the national highway and the A-8 highway as we advance to Baamonde. This is a simple stage, as it is flat so it will not pose any difficulty.

The stage from Baamonde to Miraz is similar to the previous ones, mostly flat and without major difficulties through rural areas. To reach Miraz, we will cross medieval bridges and discover numerous churches and chapels that will enrich the experience of the journey. The end of the tour takes us to Miraz, a small town that has different jewels in the cultural and architectural heritage of Galicia, as well as emblematic places related to the Xacobea route. The Church of Santiago stands out, an emblem for pilgrims.

This stage is flat and crosses green paths and roads until reaching A Marcela and Corteporcos, the highest point of the Camino del Norte since its beginning in Irún, reaching 710 meters of altitude. Sobrado dos Monxes is the end of this stage and is characterized by being a benchmark of Galician baroque. It has a great architectural wealth and different monuments of great interest, where the Monastery of Santa María de Sobrado stands out, of medieval origin and declared a Historic-Artistic Monument.

The stage between Arzúa and O Pedrouzo is of low difficulty, advancing along forest tracks, forests and fields. We recommend taking extreme caution during the route, as you will have to cross the N-547 highway several times, which has heavy traffic.

The stage between Arzúa and O Pedrouzo is of low difficulty, advancing along forest tracks, forests and fields. We recommend taking extreme caution during the route, as you will have to cross the N-547 highway several times, which has heavy traffic.

The last stage of our Camino del Norte is a short route without major difficulties through eucalyptus forests, until you reach Monte do Gozo, from which you can see the Cathedral of Santiago in the distance. Santiago de Compostela has a World Heritage historic center and the remains of the apostle Santiago rest in its majestic cathedral.

This is a transformational journey, a new beginning to your next chapter.

• Nature immersions in picturesque farmlands, rural landscapes, forests, stunning beaches, and historical landmarks.
• Guided hiking averaging 14.1 miles per day, for 15 days. 
• Journaling
• Yoga - Vinyasa and Restorative
• Meditation
• Shell Ceremony
• Pilgrim Certificate
• Tapas Tour in Santiago