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Camino Primitivo

Spain · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 63/100

At a glance

CountriesSpain
ContinentEurope
RegionAsturias and Galicia
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length320 km
Typical duration13 days
Difficulty3/5 (Moderate)
Max altitude1100 m
Best seasonMay-Oct
StartOviedo
EndSantiago de Compostela
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone

Score

63/100
Scenery
23/35
Fame
13/25
Uniqueness
11/20
Logistics
16/20

The oldest Camino: mountainous and scenic through Asturias; quieter and tougher than the Frances

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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