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Travel Itinerary

Day 1. Arrival in Gijón

The Northern Route from Gijón to Santiago de Compostela combines the rural and seafaring Asturias with a more urban and industrial character, along with a journey through the deepest Galician countryside. An itinerary that combines sea and mountain, urban and rural to perfection. The rural landscapes will be the final culmination of your Way to Santiago after visiting villages and fishing towns that will make you fall in love with their gastronomy, nature, culture, history and tradition.

Day 2. Stage Gijón - Muros de Nalón (48 km)

The first kilometres of the day are spent leaving the city of Gijón, a not very nice route. You will cycle parallel to the industrial estate arriving quickly to Avilés. From here you will head to Salinas beach, where you can enjoy the views at the Philippe Cousteau viewpoint and have a drink. From here the hard part of the day begins. The slopes can be hellish and will cause you to not progress as quickly. The remaining kilometres take you to Muros de Nalón, your stage finish.

Day 3. Stage Muros de Nalón - Luarca (49 km)

You will go out on tracks and secondary roads until you reach Cudillero, where it will be worthwhile to go down to the port and take a walk through the village. It is one of the most typical postcards of Asturias.

You will continue your route passing by the beautiful beach of La Concha de Artedo and by secondary roads to Soto de Luiña. From here you will take the national road to Castañeras, where you will have to turn off to see the impressive Playa del Silencio. You will return to the national road until you reach Cadavedo, a perfect place to stop.

Back on the bike, you will cross the river Canero and after passing the beach of La Cueva, you will continue along a secondary road passing by the Muslim cemetery of Barcia until you reach the beautiful village of Luarca. End of stage.

Day 4. Luarca - Ribadeo (50 km)

Today you will say goodbye to the beautiful Asturias to enter Galician lands. Santiago de Compostela is getting closer and closer. After leaving Luarca, there are about 20 kilometres of roads and highways until you reach the beautiful village of Navia, where you can have the second breakfast of the day. You will continue along paths and secondary roads until you reach La Caridad.

From here you should take a coastal path that will take you to Tapia de Casariego; you can take a detour to see the lagoons of Salave and Punta Mirabellos. After stopping in Tapia de Casariego and visiting the beach of Santa Gadea, you will continue cycling along the coast until you cross the Bridge of the Saints and arrive in Ribadeo.

Day 5. Ribadeo - Abadín (52 km)

Today you will move away from the coast to immerse yourself in the interior of Galicia. This is a short stage, but with an important climb from Mondoñedo to Abadín. The itinerary goes through secondary roads and local roads with breathtaking landscapes.

You will leave Ribadeo along paths and roads through a succession of tiny villages. The first stop will be in Gondán, where you can stop for a drink. The kilometres bring you closer to Lourenzá, capital of the “fabas” in Galicia. Here you can also go sightseeing by visiting its impressive monastery. From Lourenzá to Mondoñedo you can ride on roads avoiding the national road. We recommend you to have lunch in Mondoñedo and visit its Cathedral before starting the steep climb that awaits you.

Now comes the hard part of the day, 20 kilometres of ascent almost without respite in which you will overcome 400 metres of difference in altitude. The good thing is that it is almost all by local road, except for a couple of kilometers that follow the national road. Once in Abadín, it’s time to recover and rest.

Day 6. Abadín - Baamonde (39 km)

You will leave Abadín along beautiful roads until you reach Vilalba, where you will find the Parador Nacional and the Torre del Homenaje. From Vilalba, you will continue along the Magdalena river promenade, crossing the motorway and crossing woods, following the same dynamic until you reach Baamonde.

Day 7. Baamonde - Arzúa (63 km)

From Baamonde, you will start the journey along the old N-VI road until you turn off at the bridge and the chapel of San Alberte, after a beautiful stretch of roads and forests you will arrive by secondary road at Sobrado dos Monxes, where you can visit its impressive monastery.

You will leave sobrado by roads, crossing pine forests until you reach Boimorto, from where you will continue along paths and secondary roads to Arzúa, where the Northern Way meets the French Way.

Day 8. Arzúa - Santiago de Compostela (38 km)

Last stage of your Camino del Norte by bike from Irún. Today you will have to be especially careful with the pilgrims on foot, especially in high season you will find numerous groups that occupy the entire trail.

Today the rural landscape will disappear, becoming much more urbanized as you get closer to the Galician capital. After riding around the vicinity of Santiago airport, the last climb of the route will be in San Marcos, the broadcasting centre of the Galician television. When you arrive at Monte do Gozo, we invite you to stop and contemplate the views, we assure you that you will understand the reason for the name of this place.

You are in Santiago! Feel happy and proud to have completed your Camino del Norte by bike. Now we just need to pick up the Compostela certificate and enjoy an incredible day getting to know the Galician capital.

Day 9. End of the trip

Congratulations! You have completed your Camino del Norte by bike from Irún. This last day you are in charge, you can go back home or enjoy one more day in Santiago resting your legs after so much pedaling. And how beautiful is Compostela.

Did you know that all roads end in Finisterre? If you have been left with the desire to give the pedal and you have a few more days, we encourage you to complete the 90 kilometres that separate Santiago from Finisterre. The most magical and spiritual route that hides real treasures such as Ponte Maceira, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain or the extraordinary sunset of the Finisterre lighthouse.

Map of the Way

Type of accommodation

In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón

In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón

Habitación del Hostal Restaurante Terra Cha Catering

In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón

Due to the fact that some towns along this route have little variety of accommodation, we have selected the best establishments available for you to have an incredible experience on your Camino de Santiago. You will combine the rest in small and cosy pensions with rural houses and lodgings of superior category, always looking for the best quality and location.

Detalles

Services included

9 days / 8 nights accommodation

Luggage transfer during the stages

Complete documentation

Pilgrim’s Credential

On-the-road emergency telephone assistance

Travel insurance

Optional Services

Servicio	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón
Breakfast	65€ per person
MP (Breakfast and dinner)	180€ per person
Supplement for single room	195€ per single room
Extra night in Santiago de Compostela	95€ single room // 145€ double room
Alquiler bicicleta (aluminio)	295€ per bike
Alquiler bicicleta (carbono)	400€ per bike
Electric bike rental	440€ per bike

	Breakfast
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón	65€ per person


	MP (Breakfast and dinner)
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón	180€ per person


	Supplement for single room
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón	195€ per single room


	Extra night in Santiago de Compostela
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón	95€ single room // 145€ double room


	Alquiler bicicleta (aluminio)
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón	295€ per bike


	Alquiler bicicleta (carbono)
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón	400€ per bike


	Electric bike rental
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Gijón	440€ per bike

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Frequently Asked Questions

What services are included in the Camino de Santiago by bike?

The Camino de Santiago by bike includes the following services:

Accommodation
Luggage transport
Dossier with information about the stages
Pilgrim's credential
On-the-road helpline
Travel insurance

In addition, you can customize your trip by adding the following optional services:

Breakfast or half board
Extra night at the beginning or end of the stage
Bicycle rental

Unlike the group trips, no guide or support vehicle is included between stages. However, you will have a 24-hour hotline where you can contact us in case of any problem or unforeseen event, which we will solve quickly.

Can I choose the dates I want?

Yes, you will have total freedom to choose your departure date. However, if you want to do your Camino de Santiago in the months of December, January and February, we recommend that you check availability before making your reservation. At this time of year most accommodation is closed and many services may not be available.

Where are the accommodations located?

In your travel documents, you will find the names of the accommodations assigned to you, as well as their contact telephone number and location. As a general rule, all accommodation are located in the centre of the different towns along the Pilgrims' Route to Santiago de Compostela, without the need to deviate too far from the route. But sometimes, due to lack of availability, it is possible that some accommodation may be a little far from the village or even in neighbouring towns. For all the accommodations that are at a considerable distance from the route of the Camino, we will provide you with a free taxi service that you can use to get to your accommodation and return to the Camino the next morning. In any case, these are exceptions that we will inform you at the time of booking.

What is luggage transport and how does it work?

Luggage transport service by default is included in all our trips and it is not necessary to request it. You can enjoy the Camino de Santiago without the burden of carrying your luggage on your back, knowing that your suitcase will be waiting for you at your next accommodation upon your arrival. Along with your credential, you'll also receive stickers. Cover these stickers with the requested information and stick them in a visible place on your suitcase. Upon arrival at your accommodation, we suggest asking at the reception where you can leave your luggage. You'll need to leave your luggage at the designated spot early in the morning for our carrier to pick it up. This ensures that when you arrive at your next accommodation, your luggage will already be waiting for you.

Do all accommodations have a lockable place to store my bike?

Yes, we make sure that all assigned accommodations have a place where you can leave your bike safe and sound.

What kind of bicycles can I rent to do the Camino de Santiago?

We have high quality mountain bikes and electric bikes that you can rent during the whole Camino. Check the details here.

How does travel insurance work?

We provide mandatory insurance coverage with every trip to safeguard you against any potential inconveniences during the Camino de Santiago. You'll receive the insurance policy along with your travel documents.

What coverage does the travel insurance have?

The basic travel insurance included in our packages offers extensive coverage against unforeseen events, ensuring you'll receive guaranteed medical assistance and numerous benefits. You can review the specifics in the General Conditions of Travel Insurance.

What is on-the-road telephone assistance?

In your travel documents, you'll find an emergency telephone number where we're accessible while you're on the road. This ensures you'll journey with peace of mind, knowin our team members will assist you with any problems, incidents, or questions you encounter along your Camino de Santiago.

¿Cómo hago una reserva?

To make a reservation, you can follow these steps:

Through our website: Select the route you want and follow the steps indicated in the form. Provide your personal information and that of your companions, choose the type of accommodation, room distribution, meals, transfers, bike rental, etc.
By email: If you prefer to make the reservation by email or need a personalized trip, you can send us an email to [email protected]. We will provide you with the necessary information to complete the reservation via email.

It is important to note that if the routes or services available on the website do not meet your specific needs, you can request a personalized quote by sending an email to [email protected].

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