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Original Way: stages, GPX and places to stay — Ultreya

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Spain

Original Way

308.7km

Distance

14days

Duration

11,005m

Elevation

The Primitive Way (also called Original Way, Spanish: Camino Primitivo) is one of the paths of the Camino de Santiago. It begins in the old Asturian capital of Oviedo and runs west to Lugo and then…

The Primitive Way (also called Original Way, Spanish: Camino Primitivo) is one of the paths of the Camino de Santiago. It begins in the old Asturian capital of Oviedo and runs west to Lugo and then south to Santiago de Compostela joining the more popular French Way in Melide for the last two hiking days. According to the Confraternity of St James, the Camino Primitivo is approximately 320 km (199 miles) in length.

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Stages

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Original Way?

Original Way is about 308.7 km long, divided into 14 stages, and takes about 14 days to walk.

Where does Original Way start and end?

Original Way starts in Oviedo and ends in Santiago de Compostela.

How difficult is Original Way?

Original Way is rated hard. The total ascent over the whole route is about 11,005 m.

Is there a GPX track for Original Way?

Yes. Ultreya offers a free GPX track of the whole route and one for each stage, so you can follow the path offline on your phone or GPS watch.

Where can I sleep along Original Way?

Each stage on this page lists places to stay at its destination, with type, price range, phone number and website, so you can book before you arrive.

Stage 1Hard

25.4km≈ 6.5 h↑ 577 ↓ 743 m

Stage 2Hard

21.2km≈ 6.5 h↑ 1076 ↓ 908 m

Stage 3Hard

20km≈ 5.5 h↑ 779 ↓ 393 m

Stage 4Hard

26.5km≈ 8 h↑ 1199 ↓ 1247 m

Stage 5Hard

17.6km≈ 5.5 h↑ 1070 ↓ 736 m

Stage 6Hard

19.7km≈ 7 h↑ 1574 ↓ 1922 m

Stage 7Hard

25.3km≈ 7.5 h↑ 1114 ↓ 727 m

Stage 8Hard

24.3km≈ 7.5 h↑ 1161 ↓ 1388 m

Stage 9Moderate

29.3km≈ 7.5 h↑ 576 ↓ 833 m

Stage 10Moderate

19.4km≈ 5 h↑ 412 ↓ 300 m

Stage 11Moderate

27.5km≈ 7 h↑ 578 ↓ 699 m

Stage 12Moderate

14km≈ 3.5 h↑ 257 ↓ 337 m

Stage 13Moderate

19.4km≈ 5 h↑ 300 ↓ 384 m

Stage 14Moderate

19.1km≈ 5 h↑ 332 ↓ 368 m