Northen Camino from Santander

Santander

Santander captivates with its spectacular bay, the elegance of La Magdalena, the beaches of El Sardinero, and the stately light that embraces the entire Cantabr

STAGE 1 SANTANDER - SANTILLANA DEL MAR

Although the stage is long, as it requires leaving the city, once you move past Santander, the route becomes very pleasant all the way to Santillana del Mar.

Santillana del Mar

Santillana del Mar is one of Spain's towns of greatest historical and artistic value, featuring an old town that has been perfectly preserved since the Middle A

STAGE 2 SANTILLANA DEL MAR - COMILLAS

A stage connecting two of the most special towns on the Camino as it passes through Cantabria, where we can enjoy a wealth of cultural heritage.

Comillas

Comillas welcomes visitors and pilgrims with a distinctive feature. In an area where Romanesque architecture predominates, this town boasts unique Modernist wor

STAGE 3 COMILLAS - COLOMBRES

A stage of moderate difficulty passing through a completely rural landscape, taking the pilgrim between Cantabria and Asturias.

Colombres

For the pilgrim, Colombres is the gateway to Asturias. It is notable for its Indianos houses—a reflection of the emigrants who made their fortunes in the Amer

STAGE 4 COLOMBRES - LLANES

The stretch between Colombres and Llanes is full of areas of great beauty, especially those that run close to the coast.

Llanes

This small town surprises visitors with its exceptionally well-preserved historical heritage and privileged natural setting.

STAGE 5 LLANES - RIBADESELLA

A stage clearly divided into two parts: the first follows the coastline, while the second heads inland into Asturias, continuing as far as Ribadesella.

Ribadesella

Located at the mouth of one of Spain's most famous rivers, Ribadesella is one of the most attractive spots for pilgrims in Asturias.

STAGE 6 RIBADESELLA - COLUNGA

A short stage, but one that is very scenic, especially upon reaching Colunga. It involves hardly any changes in elevation, making it a truly enjoyable leg of th

Colunga

The small town of Colunga, set against the backdrop of the Sierra de Sueves, boasts some of the most beautiful spots along the Camino that crosses Asturias.

STAGE 7 COLUNGA - VILLAVICIOSA

This stage runs through the inland area, taking us through small settlements and somewhat more mountainous paths before reaching the large town of Villaviciosa.

Villaviciosa

Villaviciosa is known as the cider capital, but it offers much more. Its cultural and natural heritage makes this town an essential stop on the Camino.

STAGE 8 VILLAVICIOSA - GIJÓN

A stage featuring a major climb towards the end of the first third, so it must be tackled steadily to ensure a successful arrival in Gijón.

Gijón

Gijón is the most populous city in Asturias, making it a place full of possibilities for the pilgrim.

STAGE 9 GIJÓN - AVILÉS

A stage connecting the two major towns of northern Asturias. The landscapes between them are peaceful and rural, contrasting with the two large urban centers.

Avilés

Avilés is a town that straddles its medieval heritage and the avant-garde style of Niemeyer.

STAGE 10 AVILÉS - MUROS DE NALÓN

We are facing an inland stage that does not present many difficulties, despite featuring several climbs. Muros de Nalón makes the effort of this stage worthwhil

Muros de Nalón

Muros de Nalón is one of the smallest municipalities in Asturias. It offers a perfect setting to enjoy nature before continuing along the Camino.

STAGE 11 MUROS DE NALÓN - SOTO DE LUÍÑA

This stage is short but features several changes in elevation that will put the pilgrim to the test. Upon arrival, the extra walk to San Pedro Beach is well wor

Soto de Luiña

Just minutes away from stunning cliffs, Soto de Luiña stands out for a small yet remarkable heritage ensemble linked to the Camino de Santiago.

STAGE 12 SOTO DE LUÍÑA - CADAVEDO

Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful stages of the Camino del Norte. It traverses cliffs and beaches where you can rest and even take a swim.

Cadavedo

Cadavedo captivates with the dizzying cliffs of La Regalina, its traditional hórreos, and the serene coastal beauty of western Asturias.

STAGE 13 CADAVEDO - LUARCA

Once again, a short but pleasant stage. Although it runs mainly through the interior, the arrival in Luarca—right by the sea—leaves the pilgrim with a good feel

Luarca

Known as the "White Town of the Costa Verde," Luarca is one of the most dazzling towns in western Asturias, boasting a distinctive character.

STAGE 14 LUARCA - LA CARIDAD

This is a comfortable stage. The route runs inland except at Navia and allows for stops in various towns to rest and replenish your energy.

La Caridad

One of the most welcoming and revitalizing stops on the Northern Way of the Camino de Santiago during its final stretch through Asturian territory.

STAGE 15 LA CARIDAD - RIBADEO

A flat but very beautiful stage, especially along the sections where we come very close to the coast and can admire beaches, cliffs, and harbors.

Ribadeo

Ribadeo is the impressive coastal town that welcomes visitors to Galicia from the Cantabrian Sea and marks a key stop on the Northern Way of the Camino de Santi

STAGE 16 RIBADEO - GONDÁN

On today's stage, we leave the coast and begin walking through the Galician interior. The route becomes more rugged and, above all, rural.

Gondán

This small settlement serves as the end of the stage for pilgrims coming from Ribadeo.

STAGE 17 GONDÁN - MONDOÑEDO

Today's route is short but very beautiful. The main advantage of this slightly shorter stage is the opportunity to enjoy historic Mondoñedo.

Mondoñedo

Mondoñedo is one of the most impressive stops on the Northern Way, with its Cathedral of the Assumption as its main attraction for visitors.

STAGE 18 ETAPA MONDOÑEDO - ABADÍN

We will be ascending throughout the entire stage, allowing us to reach the Galician interior plateau known as Terra Chá (Flat Land)

Abadín

Abadín lies in the shelter of the Serra do Xistral, a land of wild horses. It is a small village, but it offers a chance to rest before heading into Galicia.

STAGE 19 ABADÍN - VILALBA

It is a pleasant, flat, and undemanding stage that unfolds peacefully amidst endless meadows and centuries-old oak groves.

Vilalba

Vilalba’s undisputed symbol is the Torre de los Andrade, which towers over the whole town and amazes pilgrims who complete this stage here.

STAGE 20 VILALBA - BAAMONDE

Today, the pilgrim walks flanked by small groves of chestnut and oak trees and numerous livestock pastures until reaching the quiet town of Baamonde.

Baamonde

Baamonde is graced by the rivers Parga and Ladra, two small watercourses that make this spot an oasis of tranquillity on the Way of St James.

STAGE 21 BAAMONDE - MIRAZ

This stage is very similar to the previous one, passing through solitary yet beautiful landscapes. Meadows and small groves are the dominant features.

Miraz

This humble village boasts an impressive historical heritage, dominated by the Miraz Tower and the San Paio de Narla Tower.

STAGE 22 MIRAZ - SOBRADO DOS MONXES

One of the most mystical and scenically evocative days of the route that leads the pilgrim to one of the Camino's most emblematic monasteries.

Sobrado dos Monxes

Sobrado dos Monxes is an unmissable stop on the Northern Way. Its Monastery of Santa María, a World Heritage Site, is a jewel of the Camino.

STAGE 23 SOBRADO DOS MONXES - ARZÚA

It is the final stage before the Camino joins the main pilgrimage route, the Camino Francés, so the pilgrim should enjoy the solitude.

Arzúa

Arzúa is a stop on both the French Way and the Northern Way, making it one of the major towns on the Way of St James.

STAGE 24 ARZÚA - O PEDROUZO

This section winds through meadows and oak groves, traversing beautiful landscapes, until it reaches the last stop before Santiago de Compostela.

O Pedrouzo

O Pedrouzo is the last stop before reaching the city of the Apostle. It is the perfect place to rest before tackling the final stage of the Camino.

STAGE 25: O PEDROUZO - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

The final stage of the Camino, leading along well-marked paths to culminate right in the Plaza del Obradoiro.

Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela, a World Heritage Site, welcomes pilgrims at the end of the Camino in a city that has retained its centuries-old character.