The city of Lugo is a real treat for lovers of history, archaeology and gastronomy. Its Roman Wall is the best witness of its evolution, remaining unbreakable throughout the centuries and becoming a symbol of this Galician capital.

If you decide to start the Primitive Way from Lugo, you can’t miss the chance to walk through its streets and discover all the wonders it hides. Bridges, thermal baths, archaeological museums and a beautiful Cathedral whose Virgin of Los Ojos Grandes will leave you impressed. In its old town you will find taverns and taverns that invite you to taste a good mencía wine accompanied by delicious pinchos and tapas. Lugo is the gastronomic capital par excellence of Galicia, which attracts thousands of visitors every year with its slogan “And to eat… Lugo”.

Once on the Camino, you will leave the walled city behind to enter an increasingly rural environment that hides treasures such as the Church of Santa Eulalia de Bóveda, an ancient Roman temple dedicated to the goddess Cybele.

The Primitive Way joins the French Way in Melide, a village famous for its delicious octopus á feira. At this point you will notice a considerable increase in the number of walkers who will accompany you for the next three stages to Santiago de Compostela.

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220€

Private hostels

195 €

Hostels and pensions

385 €

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Stages of Primitive Way from Lugo

Day 1. Arrival in Lugo

Lugo is probably the best example of a city of Roman foundation that we preserve in Galicia. Its impressive walls, built in the 3rd century AD, speak for themselves. In addition, the city has an infinite number of monumental attractions that will leave you open-mouthed. And how could it be otherwise, Lugo is a fantastic place to eat, so make the most of tasting its gastronomy!

Day 2. Stage Lugo - Ferreira (26,5 km)

You will start your Primitive Way from Lugo with a stage that continues to show us more about the legacy of the Roman Empire in the peninsula. The main landmark of this stage will be the church of Santa Eulalia de Bóveda. The origin of this church goes back and links to an ancient Roman temple dedicated to the goddess Cybele. To visit it we will have to deviate a few kilometers from the Camino, but we assure you that it will be well worth it.

Afterwards, the end of the stage will be in Ponte Ferreira, a village belonging to the municipality of Palas de Rei. The most characteristic feature of Ponte Ferreira is its Roman bridge and its idyllic natural environment. For Lord of the Rings fans, it’s almost, almost reminiscent of Hobbiton.

Day 3. Stage Ferreira - Melide (20 km)

This stage will start as the previous one ended, with no gradients for several kilometres. When you reach the O Careón mountain range, you will have to climb a steep slope that will bring you close to numerous windmills. Then the Camino descends towards Melide along a dirt track with beautiful views and passes in front of an impressive hórreo (granary).

Melide, capital of the Galician octopus, is a great end of stage. In any of its many pulperías you will be able to taste some good portions of octopus, a delicacy of Galician gastronomy. You will also have the opportunity to see the oldest cruceiro in Galicia; and between one and a thousand heritage monuments, you can visit the Museo da Terra de Melide, whose building was an old pilgrims’ hospital founded in 1502.

From this stage the Primitive Way joins the French Way, so you will find a considerable increase in the number of pilgrims. Enjoy the last kilometers to Santiago de Compostela sharing experiences with other walkers.

Day 4. Stage Melide - Arzúa (14 km)

Today you will say goodbye to Melide with a short stage ahead of you, although with some moderate slopes. However, we assure you that the effort will be worth it as you will find yourself surrounded by extraordinary Atlantic forests. And if the weather is good, you can’t forget your swimsuit. When you arrive at Ribadiso de Abaixo, you will have the opportunity to bathe in the river and enjoy the beautiful scenery and magical surroundings that accompany this small village.

Once in Arzúa you will have all the services to stock up and rest. Ah! And you cannot leave without tasting the typical cheese to which they give their name: Denomination of Origin Arzúa-Ulloa; accompanied by other typical products of the area.

Day 5. Stage Arzúa - Pedrouzo (19 km)

Today begins the penultimate stage of your Camino Primitivo from Lugo. A pleasant walk through comfortable and flat terrain, with plenty of bars and restaurants that will encourage you to take it easy. Probably, as you walk, you will notice and realize that a kind of collective emotion begins to exist among the pilgrims. Do you feel it too?

The feeling of excitement, nerves and joy is the most characteristic of the end of the stage in O Pedrouzo. The advice, and you will see that everyone does the same, is to go to bed early to get up early the next day and start the stage very early. This way you will arrive earlier to Santiago and you will have more time in the city.

Day 6. Stage Pedrouzo - Santiago de Compostela (19 km)

At last the last stage of your journey is here. As we said before, the sooner you start walking today the better, because the sooner you will get to Santiago de Compostela.

Once you arrive at Monte do Gozo, you will discover that pleasant sensation when you first see the towers of the cathedral. A perfect panoramic view before savouring your last kilometres and making the triumphal entrance to the Plaza del Obradoiro.

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

Day 7. End of the trip

Congratulations! You have completed your Camino Primitivo from Lugo. This last day you are in charge, you can go back home or enjoy one more day in Santiago. And how beautiful is Compostela.

Did you know that all roads end in Finisterre? If you have been left with the desire to walk and you have 5 days more, we encourage you to complete the 5 stages from Santiago to 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 sunset of the Finisterre lighthouse, one of the most beautiful in the world.

Accommodation prices

Private hostels

195 €

Hostels and pensions

385 €

Types of accommodation

In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo
In private hostels from Lugo

In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo

Habitación del hotel Eurostars Gran Hotel Lugo

In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo

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.

In private hostels from Lugo

Dormitorio compartido del Complejo O Piñeiral

Dormitorio compartido del Albergue Hostal Cantábrico

Dormitorio compartido de albergue privado

In private hostels from Lugo

Hostels are the perfect option if you are travelling alone, have a low budget or want to live the Camino de Santiago experience to the fullest. The ideal accommodation to meet other pilgrims, live together and experience all the values of this magical journey. They have mixed rooms organized in bunk beds, bathrooms separated by sexes, equipped kitchens, laundry and common areas where you can relax and enjoy unforgettable evenings with your travel companions.

Details ofPrimitive Way from Lugo

Services included

7 days / 6 nights accommodation

Luggage transfer during the stages

Complete documentation

Pilgrim’s Credential

On-the-road emergency telephone assistance

Travel insurance

Optional Services

Service	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo	In private hostels from Lugo
Breakfast	54€ per person	Not available
MP (Breakfast and dinner)	155€ per person	Not available
Supplement for single room	130€ per single room	Not available
Extra night in Santiago de Compostela	95€ (sing. room) / 145€ (doub. room)	25€ per person
Transfer from Santiago to Lugo	135€ (4-seater vehicle)	135€ (4-seater vehicle)

	Breakfast
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo	54€ per person
	In private hostels from Lugo	Not available


	MP (Breakfast and dinner)
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo	155€ per person
	In private hostels from Lugo	Not available


	Supplement for single room
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo	130€ per single room
	In private hostels from Lugo	Not available


	Extra night in Santiago de Compostela
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo	95€ (sing. room) / 145€ (doub. room)
	In private hostels from Lugo	25€ per person


	Transfer from Santiago to Lugo
	In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Lugo	135€ (4-seater vehicle)
	In private hostels from Lugo	135€ (4-seater vehicle)