Photo: José Antonio Gil Martínez, CC BY 2.0
Self-guided Camino Primitivo from Lugo
The last 100 km of the Original Way, from the Roman walls to Santiago.
From Lugo the Primitivo crosses inland Lugo and A Coruña and joins the Francés at Melide, where the path gets busier. The day into Melide is the longest of the section, so it pays to arrive with your room already confirmed.
What a self-guided tour includes
A room every night
Booked in a guesthouse, hotel or rural house at the end of each stage.
Luggage transfer
Your bag goes by car from one place to the next; you walk with a daypack.
Breakfast, if you want it
Have it included or leave it free to eat along the way.
Support on the way
A contact number for anything unexpected, from the first stage to the last.
Day-by-day plan
- Day 1 · 18.8 km
Lugo – San Romao da Retorta
ThroughA Ponte. Night in San Romao da Retorta.
- Day 2 · 28.4 km
San Romao da Retorta – Melide
ThroughA Grela, O Carballal, As Seixas, Irago de Arriba. Night in Melide.
- Day 3 · 14.5 km
Melide – Arzúa
ThroughA Peroxa, A Fraga Alta, Ribadiso de Abaixo. Night in Arzúa.
- Day 4 · 18.4 km
Arzúa – O Pedrouzo
ThroughPregontoño, A Taberna Vella, A Calle, A Salceda. Night in O Pedrouzo.
- Day 5 · 20.2 km
O Pedrouzo – Santiago de Compostela
ThroughCimadevila, O Pontillón, A Lagoa, As Casas do Vento. Night in Santiago de Compostela.
Who it suits
- Walkers who want the Compostela on the oldest Camino
- Anyone who has walked the Francés and wants a different start
- Those with one week who would rather not hunt for a bed every evening
When to book for 2027
2027 is a Holy Year and more pilgrims than ever are expected. For these 5 nights, ask for your quote several months ahead, especially from May to October or if you need single rooms.
Price
Tailored quote: it depends on the month, the room type and group size. You get a fixed figure, no surprises.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the longest day?
San Romao da Retorta to Melide. It is the day when having your bag sent ahead helps most.
Is Lugo far enough for the Compostela?
Yes, just: the section is slightly over the 100 km required. Get two stamps a day from Lugo onwards.
Get your quote
Tell us your section and month; we handle the rest.
