The Primitive Way from Lugo

You can reach Lugo by your own means or we can arrange a transfer from any airport or station you may need.

Lugo has one of the oldest and better preserved Roman walls in the Iberian peninsula, declared a UNESCO Word Heritage Site. Take a stroll along the wall, wander through the old town and relish the local gastronomy before calling it a day.

Alternating asphalted and rural roads, you will leave Lugo heading towards Ferreira. Most of the journey runs along local roads, whereas the rest runs along quiet tracks with very little elevation, so you can take your time to finish this stage while enjoying the scenery.

Along the way, your can make a stop at San Romao da Retorta and its Romanesque church, refurbished in the 18th century, close to which a Roman milestone dating from the times of the emperor Caligula was found, although nowadays there is only a replica.

Today you will leave Lugo province and enter that of A Coruña. Along rural and tarmac roads you will cross charming little hamlets with a very Jacobean tradition. To complete this stage, there are two options, although this guide takes you along the Roman Road, a little shorter than the official route.

Once in Melide, considered Galicia’s geographical centre, you will have the opportunity to taste the Galician style octopus, as well as visit Sancti Spiritus church or the Carmen and San Roque chapels. Moreover, in Melide you will meet up with those pilgrims coming from the French Way, continuing together to Compostela.

Short stage that allows you to give a little rest to your legs, which may feel tired after so many kilometres already walked. You will pass by lovely villages such as Boente or Castañeda, where you can make a stop and taste the local specialties.

Finally, you will reach Arzúa, where you can visit some places of interest, such as Pazo de Brandeso and the cheese and honey dissemination centre. Arzúa can boast about having its own certified Designation of Origin cheese: the Arzúa-Ulloa.

You have just two stages to reach the end and today’s is one of the easiest ones so far. A little over 19 kilometres and without major difficulties, you will pedal along quiet service roads, crossing forests and pastures with very little elevation. The only downside is that you will have to cross a main road a few times.

Once in O Pedrouzo, take a stroll to discover the cultural heritage and the local architecture in the village, like Santa Eulalia de Arca church.

Santiago awaits and that can be sensed amongst pilgrims. Some of them will advance with a spring in their step and their mind set on reaching the end, while others will take their time and enjoy the last steps, fearful of not knowing what will come after they finish their adventure. Nevertheless, all of them will share the thrill of finally reaching Praza do Obradoiro and contemplating the Baroque façade of the majestic cathedral.

Ahead of you from O Pedrouzo, you have an easy and short stage, with little elevation and kind paths.

Take your time to wander through Santiago’s old town and visit the many attractions that make up this place. If you have the opportunity, spend here one or two more days to make the most of your stay, visiting as well nearby places, such as Fisterra, A Coruña or Rías Baixas.