Primitivo - Obeido for logo - track

Camino Primitivo is one of the most challenging and beautiful trails among the trails. It goes from the province of Asturias through the Galician region to Santiago de Compostela. The name Primitivo derives from the fact that this is the first way King Alfonso II and his entourage went in the ninth century to visit the tomb of the apostle.

Our route starts in the city of Oviedo and ends in the city of Logo and is about 215 kilometers long. This is the first part of the Camino Primitivo, the original way. The main features that characterize the road are the challenges of the route and the beauty of the environment. The route of the road is varied and changes at every stage, the road crosses dozens of forests, rivers, streams, meadows, valleys, mountains and villages, especially in the historical part. Most of the road passes through nature and fortunately there is very little connection with traffic routes.

One of the most notable advantages of this route is the number of walkers. The trail still maintains solidity, but on the other hand is also not completely isolated.

 

Route details:

Day 1: Arrival in Oviedo

We will meet at Asturias Airport and from there we will take a concentrated shuttle to Oviedo, the starting point of the Camino Primitivo. The city is characterized by an amazing historical quarter and we can wander through it and discover the many sculptures, the squares with the lively bars and cafes and also the magnificent cathedral of King Alfonso. Next we will stop to sample the local cider which is Oviedo's specialty and eat at one of the local restaurants serving plenty of typical Asturian dishes.

 

Day 2: Oviedo to Grado (25 km)

Our day begins at the El Salvadoran Cathedral and after we leave the city we turn west according to the arrow marking. From here we will continue and descend towards Punta de Galgos. Walking in a pleasant rural setting crosses forests and small village meadows with ups and downs. A beautiful walking path along the Nora River will lead us to the charming village of Escamplero and further walking along the Nalon River will lead it to the town of Grado.

 

Day 3: Grado Lasals (22 km)

We start the day with a difficult ascent to Alto del Fresno (about 5 km), and then we can enjoy a moderate and pleasant hike through farmland and hills to the Narca Valley where Cornelia and its magnificent monastery San Salvador which welcomes the walkers. From there we will follow the marked route Of the camino climbing towards Sals.

 

Day 4: Sals to Tinau (20 km)

The challenging day ahead is difficult and not because of its length (it is actually shorter), but because it is constantly climbing (an ascent of almost 800 meters). Fortunately, most of the ascent is at the beginning and passes through forests of oak and chestnut trees with stunning views. Later we will reach La Espina and enter an area with strong Asturian character and traditions.

Day 5: Tinao to Paula de Ainda (30 km)

The view that will be revealed to us after the climb at the exit from Tinau is one of the most beautiful that will be discovered for the primitive, the animal, plant and ecological wealth thanks to which the Camino primitive has become one of the most successful hiking trails will be revealed to us in its glory. The day is full of frequent ascents and descents and at the end we reach the charming town of Paula de Ainda.

 

Day 6: Paula de Ainda in Raduccado (17.5 km)

The West Asturias Mountains are the glorious backdrop to our stage today that begins with an ascent of almost 600 meters and reaches the summit of Puerto del Paolo. After that we will descend on a medieval road known as the "Hospital Road", we will pass through some forests and reach the calm Brochado.

 

Day 7: Barduchado to the Grandes de Salima (21 km)

After breakfast we will set off following the yellow arrow for one of the most difficult but also the most rewarding days of the trail. We will start climbing to Lake Salima at an altitude of 1100 meters where we will be greeted by spectacular views of the Nabia River and the mountains that surround it. From there on a steep descent of 7 kilometers and a breathtaking view we will cross the dam and make our way to the Grandes de Salima.

 

Day 8: Grandes de Salima to Ponsgarda (26 km)

We will reach the beautiful views of the Cantabrian Mountains after climbing the steep ascent to El Akbo (1050 m). It's time to say goodbye to the Asturian region and say goodbye to the land of the Celts - Galicia! After passing through the mountain villages of Kabria, Pontia and Barbito we will reach Ponsgarda which is known for the miracle fountain of the Holy Apostle Jacob, in which he turned the injection water into fresh milk for an impoverished widow and her children.

 

Day 9: Ponsgrad Lao Cadbo in Elira (24 km)

After a night's rest and breakfast we will leave Ponsgarda following the yellow arrow marking. Further down the road we will reach the de Monto Hospital which sits on top of the hill, it is currently in ruins but was among the last to close, and was probably the most important of all the Camino trails in Galicia. Further on the road to La Cadbo we will pass some more strange villages of local historical importance in which Alfonso II fought in the Moorish army.

 

Day 10: Or Cadbo in Elira for the logo (31 km)

The last day of our journey is very long but it passes through convenient routes and small and special villages. One of them is Predabella which retains much of its original character in buildings called Paseos (primitive enclosed apartments) and other interesting buildings. After Castrobrada we will pass another abandoned village nestled in a beautiful landscape, Sotomaril and cross more agricultural lands where we can see the locals working in them like in ancient times, finally we reach "Losos Augusti" or as it is called today, Logo, the oldest city in the region of Galicia! The only city in Europe surrounded entirely by Roman walls.

 

 

Day 11: Logo

After breakfast we will say goodbye to the group as we take with us many memories of life and an unforgettable experience.

 

Route details:

Activity: Walking

Duration: 11 days

Walking days: 9 days

Distance: 215 km

Difficulty level: Difficult

Type of tour: Group tour

Price: 1699 euros per person in a double room

including:

Great combination of places with comfortable accommodation and private and clean rooms with en suite shower (level of 2/3 stars).

10 Breakfast 9 Local dinners.

Transferring equipment from place to place.

A kit for travelers, which includes a list of equipment, a training program and a passport for pilgrims.

Accompaniment and guidance by an experienced instructor

Transfers from Oviedo Airport to the starting point according to plan

Transfers on the way according to plan.

Not including:

Personal expenses including meals not included in the above price

Equipment insurance and personal and medical insurance (mandatory).

All not mentioned above.

Flights to and from the destination country.

Login to the sites.

Departure for the trip is conditional on a minimum of 10 participants

In the event that we do not reach the minimum number of people, it will be possible to go out on an independent training (with a refund of the cost of the training).

 

The trip plan may change as directed by the authorities,

Weather changes, depending on the level of experience and physical fitness

Of the participants and / or the decision of the instructor in the field.

 

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The trip plan may vary depending on the direction of the authorities,

Weather changes, depending on the level of experience and physical fitness

Of the participants and / or the field guide's decision.