▷ Stage from Colombres to Llanes

INFORMATION COLOMBRES – LLANES

After yesterday’s quiet afternoon, today we find ourselves full of energy and wanting to discover new places. Faced with these urges to discover the Camino del Norte, it presents us with two paths to reach Llanes, a beautiful monumental town.

¡Let’s continue on the Camino del Norte!

Today’s stage presents several alternatives, all with beautiful landscapes. The official route, which runs largely on asphalt, and the alternative route, which follows the GR route, close to the coast. Both routes converge three kilometres before the end of the stage, in Llanes.

ITINERARY COLOMBRES – LLANES

Today’s stage presents us with a route of 23.2 kilometres if you follow the alternative route along the coast, which is the one that we advise in this guide.

However, the layout, both on the official variant and on the alternative, is simple and is not too uneven. The biggest drawback of this stage is the asphalt on numerous sections.

Colombres (km. 0). Beginning of stage

Practical tips for this section: At the end of this section, you will advance on the hard shoulder of the N-634 road, take great care because it is a rather dangerous section. Buen Camino!

We start the morning, heading to the Town Hall Square, where, next to the post offices, we take Calle Pío Noriega. At the end of this we turn right, by a street that leads to a roundabout.

We continue straight ahead, along Calle Badalán, which corresponds to the AS-344 road, on which we leave the town of Colombres. On a curve turning right, we leave the road, continuing straight ahead along a dirt road, which leads to the national road N-634, the Casa Junco hotel and restaurant.

We advance along the hard shoulder of the road, with caution because it is a stretch with a lot of traffic, passing through Peral (km. 1.4) and then that of La Franca (km. 3.2), both places in the council of Ribadedeva.

La Franca (km. 3,2).

Practical tips for this section: At the end of this section you will find a branch on the road that will force you to choose between the official route, with much more asphalt, or the alternative path along the coast. We prefer the latter, but you have almost six kilometres to think about it. Buen Camino!

We leave La Franca district by a local road on the left. 700 metres later, we divert along a dirt track that leads to the stone bridge that crosses the Cabra stream. Then we ascend, first on a path and then by a track, until we start again on the N-634 road, at kilometre Nº. 287.

We follow the road to the left, near the A-8 motorway, and we reach Buelna (km. 7.2). After 500 metres more on the N-634 road, we turn right to continue on the LLN-3 road, by which we reach Pendueles (km. 9).

By a small stone wall, we find a fork at which we have to decide whether to finish today’s stage following the official route or taking the coastal path, which corresponds to the GR E-9, signposted with white and red markings.

The official route continues straight ahead and returns to the national road, always following the N-634 road to Vidiago. Then by roads parallel to the road or on the asphalt, it crosses Puertas de Vidiago and San Roque del Acebal, to reach Llanes.

The coastal path continues to the right, along a paved lane and runs away from traffic. We prefer this option.

Pendueles – Road fork (km. 9).

Practical tips for this section: We advise you to make a stop in Pendueles because you will not find any more services in the almost 9 kilometres that separate this place and Andrín. Buen Camino!

To follow the coastal path, we turn right and 90 metres later, at a junction in front of a house, we continue on the left, to Vidiago (km. 11.8). By a pleasant walk, we arrive at the town’s beach, where we cross a small bridge over the River Novales, located on our left.

Next, we turn right, uphill, along a path with wooden railings that transforms into a track. At the cemetery, we follow a track to the right, which passes through Los Bufones de Arenillas.

A kilometre and a half later, we turn again by another track to the right and after another similar section, we turn right again to go down to the wooden bridge over the River Purón. 500 metres later, another detour to the right leads us to the centre of Andrín (km. 17.8).

Andrín (km. 17,8).

Practical tips for this section: At the end of this section you will find two options to enter Llanes, one is a little longer, but avoids the asphalt. Buen Camino!

Following the local road, we cross Andrín and at the exit we turn almost 180 degrees to the right, taking a street that, uphill, flows onto the LLN-2 road.

We follow the path of the road to the right, by a pedestrian lane, and reach the la Boriza viewpoint, from where we can enjoy beautiful views over the beaches and cliffs. In the distance, we see our destiny today, Llanes.

From this viewpoint, we take a path that, 200 metres later, returns us to the same road, where we find two possible paths to reach Llanes.

One continues along a track to the left of the road, which runs uphill, and is 800 metres longer. The other alternative follows the route to Llanes.

Both alternatives go into Llanes, through La Portilla.

Llanes (km. 23,2). End of stage

Practical tips for this section: Llanes awaits us with many places to visit and a coast in front on which to relax. See you tomorrow!

Upon your arrival in the town, you can quickly perceive that it is a place with a strong fishing tradition but also with an important presence of tourism. The village of Llanes has many charms to discover.

Some of its attractions are the remains of its medieval wall and the Torreón, as well as various examples of civil architecture such as la Casa de Los Leones, the Casino, la Casa de Rivero, Casa de la Cultura, Palacio del Conde de la Vega del Sella, Torrexón de la Posada y el Palacio de Los Duques.

If you want to get closer to its fishing culture, you can visit the fishing port, where you will find the sculpture of los Cubos de la Memoria, and visit La Rula, one of the main points of distribution of fish throughout Asturias. Also, and if you want to walk, you can visit the Bolado Cave or the Llanes Lighthouse.

Regarding religious architecture, in the town you can visit the Basilica of Santa Maria de Concejo, the Chapel de la Magdalena, famous for its festivals, the Convent of Las Monjas Agustinas Recoletos, the Chapel of Cristo del Camino and the Monastery of San Salvador de Celorio.

COMMENTS COLOMBRES – LLANES

Here are some tips for you to complete today’s stage without difficulty and we suggest some dishes of Asturian gastronomy.

Precautions stage Colombres – Llanes

At the exit of Colombres, we go to La Franca following the route of the national N-634 road. It is a road with a lot of traffic, so it is advisable not to encroach the road, always walking in single file, and be cautious in that section.

In the town of Pendueles you can follow two possible paths to Llanes. The most beautiful is the one that runs along the coast, but it is not the official layout. To follow the official pilgrim path, you must continue along the road.

If you decide to follow the coastal route, you should keep in mind that between Pendueles and Andrín you will not find any services, so it is important to carry plenty of water and something to eat in your backpack for the route, especially in the summer months.

Food stage Colombres – Llanes

Today you can enjoy the following regional dishes.

>Fabada (Bean stew)
>Velvet swim crabs
>Crabs
>Anchovies
>Broad green beans
>Lobsters
>Mixed Asturian charcuterie
>Fried corn bread with Cabrales cheese
>Game meats
>Cider, in Asturias, you can’t be without cider

WHAT TO DO COLOMBRES – LLANES

Here’s some information about places you can visit in Llanes.

Llanes

Llanes is a fishing village, capital of the municipality of the same name. The village, of almost 14,000 inhabitants, is a great tourist attraction given the idyllic landscapes that make up the Cantabrian Sea, entering many areas of the town, and its monumental heritage.

During the centuries, the village lived from fishing for whales, sardines, conger eels, etc., but in the 19th century, the French occupation ended this activity, forcing many locals to emigrate to America.

The money they made on the new continent was vital for the development of the town, since, on their return, they helped to pay for much of the infrastructure of the town, such as schools, hospitals, street lighting, among other facilities.

Today, the village bases its economy on fishing and tourism. In its streets you can visit remains of the medieval wall and the Torreón, as well as various examples of civil architecture such as la Casa de los Leones, the Casino, Casa de Rivero, Casa de la Cultura, Palacio del Conde de la Vega del Sella, Torrexón de la Posada and Palacio de los Duques.

It is worth the visit to the fishing port, where you can see the sculpture of Los Cubos de la Memoria and visit La Rula, a fish market auction. Also, after a short walk, you can visit the Bolado Cave or the Llanes Lighthouse.

Regarding religious architecture, the Basílica of Santa María de Concejo, The Chapel of la Magdalena, famous for its festivals, the Convent of the Monjas Agustinas Recoletas, Chapel of Cristo del Camino and the Monastery of San Salvador de Celorio all stand out.

La muralla de Llanes

The wall of Llanes dates back to the 13th century, when the town obtained the Charter of Independence, although its works lasted until the 15th century and was renovated several times over time.

In 1870 much of the wall was demolished in order to expand the village. Originally the wall had four gates, and walls that were a metre and a half wide and more than 800 metres long.

Currently, the tower is preserved in the southern area, known as Torreón, and approximately three hundred metres from the course, on the north side.

It is the best place to appreciate Sabión Beach. It can also be seen on the pavement of the Plaza de Santa Ana, where the Puerta de San Nicolás was located.

El Torreón

Torreón de Llanes dates back to the 13th century and was part of the town’s medieval wall. It was originally used as a defence element and later as a prison.

It currently houses the Tourist Office headquarters. In 1876 it was declared a National Monument.

Basílica de Santa María de Concejo

The Basilica of Santa Maria de Concejo is located in the town of Llanes. It is a Gothic-style temple with a Romanesque façade, owned by the village and not the clergy, as it was the locals themselves who paid for its construction.

As for the date of its construction, it is not clear. On the one hand, theory indicates that, based on the two-part window located on the western façade, that its construction was carried out between the 13th and 14th centuries.

On the other hand, there are experts who indicate that its construction dates back to the middle of the 15th century, being inaugurated in the year 1480, without the works having been completed.

The basilica consists of three naves covered with cross vaults that rest on ogival arches.

Inside the temple, you can see the main altarpiece, from the 16th century, in which Mary’s life is depicted through paintings and sculptures, typical of that of the first renaissance.

You can also admire the Trinity Chapel or Juan Pariente, located to the left of the Main Chapel.

Cubos de la Memoria

Cubos de la Memoria is a work located in the fishing port of the town of Llanes, carried out by the painter and sculptor, Agustín Ibarrola, a native of Bilbao.

According to the artist, who began working on the sculpture in 2001, it was one of the biggest challenges he had faced, as the project involved transforming the harbour breakwater into an immense polychrome sculpture with various figures.

Capilla de la Magdalena

The Magdalena Chapel is located in the historic centre of Llanes and dates from the 13th century, although it has been rebuilt on several occasions. It is currently formed by a single nave with a pointed arched door.

The chapel is one of the main religious and festive references in the fishing village. In it, the locals celebrate, in summer, The Magdalena, a festival declared as of Tourist Interest.

Casa de los Leones

Casa de Los Leones is located in the village of Llanes. It is an Indian building from 1906, built by Manuel García, who emigrated to Puebla, Mexico, to work in the textile trade.

There he married Flor Valladie, which is why the house is also known as Villa Flora.

Its structure consists of a single body of two floors and three attics. The main façade features a portico and a staircase with a stone lion on each side, which is why the house is also known as the House of the Lions.

Casa de Rivero

Casa de Rivero is located in the town of Llanes. It is a medieval-style building dating back to 1656, although its top floor, the balconies and some of the access gates were added in the 18th century.

The house is built in irregular masonry, except for the spans and corners. Its structure consists of two bodies, joined by an alley. In the main part, the cellars, kitchens and chapel are all located.

From its exterior, stands out the door of half-point door located at one end of its façade and the coat of arms of the family stand out.

Casino

The Llanes Casino was built, by Juan Alvarez Mendoza, in 1909. It is currently considered one of the most emblematic buildings of the town, for its colourful decoration. The property is surrounded by the Town Hall and the medieval tower.

Convento de las Monjas Agustinas Recoletas

The Convent of the Agustinas Recoletas is located outside the walls of Llanes. Its construction dates from the 17th century.

Throughout history, the facilities have had various uses, in the early 19th century it was used by French troops, then, after its confiscation, the property housed the College of the Incarnation.

Today, a part of the convent has been lost, as it was destined for plot to build the premises of a hotel.

However, the doorway and church façades are still preserved, with a magnificent Baroque-style door. The chapel remains in good condition and now functions as a dining room.

Cueva Bolado

The Bolado Cave is a cavity easily accessible from Llanes. Inside it, you can see a wide variety of crystals and paintings of archaeological interest, among which the drawing of a bull stands out.

El Puerto Pesquero

The Llanes Fishing and Sports Port was built in 1991, with the intention of bringing together the fishing sector and the tourism sector in the same space.

To this end, a new breakwater was added, surrounded by two huge concrete blocks, which protect the structure from bad weather. The width of the port varies between 8 and 65 metres.

Ermita de Cristo del Camino

The Chapel of Christ of the Way stands at the foot of the Camino de Santiago as it passes through the village of Llanes. The temple dates back to 1595 but was later rebuilt after several fires.

The small chapel is the work of Pedro Sánchez de Llanes. Today it is unused, although it is a place very frequented by pilgrims.

Faro de Llanes

The Llanes Lighthouse was built in the late 19th century, on San Antón Point. In 1920 it was electrified.

Its structure consists of an octagonal floor and stands out for its white colour, visible at a great distance. From this place, you can enjoy magnificent views of Puerto Chico Beach.

Casa de la Cultura

The Casa de la Cultura in Llanes is located in the former residence of the politician José Posada Herrera.

In 1987, the Cultural House was installed in the building and, at present, concerts, exhibitions and workshops are held, among other cultural activities.

Practical information:

Hours: Closes on Sundays. Monday to Friday (from 17:30 to 21:00), Saturdays (

11:00 to 13:00 and 17:00 to 21:00).

La Rula

La Rula is a building located in Llanes fish market, in the heart of the fishing port. The place is considered the most important point of Eastern Asturias in the sale and distribution of fish.

In the Rula, an auction system is practised, in which prices are pushed downwards and the first person to accept the offer, takes it.

Practical information:

Hours: Open daily. From 10:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 20:00.

Monasterio de San Salvador de Celorio

The Monastery of San Salvador de Celorio is located in the town of Llanes. Its construction was carried out in 1107 and was the work of Alfonso Suárez and his wife Cristilde, in whose honour, a commemorative plaque was placed.

Today there is little left of the old monastery, although you can still see the remains of the medieval tower of the chancel, square plan, and the cover at the foot of the temple, with typical late Romanesque elements.

The monastic site consists of a parish church, the house of retreat for the Society of Jesus and the community of religious slaves of Christ the King.

The Church, of great dimensions, was renovated in 1679. The temple consists of a single nave covered with a barrel vault with lunettes.

Palacio del Conde de la Vega del Sella

The Palacio del Conde de la Vega del Sella is located in the town of Llanes. Its construction was carried out between the 17th and 18th centuries, although it underwent several renovations during the following two centuries.

From its primitive construction, you can still see the medieval Aguilar de San Jorge Tower, from which the walls are preserved.

The building has a simple façade, with a modernist appearance, and symmetrical distribution of its spans. On the main door, you can see the coats of arms of the Duke of Estrada lineage, with a crowned two-headed eagle.

The palace is located on a plot of approximately 11 hectares, of which 2,000 square metres constitute a magnificent garden, designed by the Frenchman Ducasse. In the garden, you can see various tree species, following the wishes of the Count of La Vega.

Palacio de los Duques de Estrada

The Palace of the Dukes of Estrada is located in the village of Llanes. The building was left empty and abandoned after the attacks of the Napoleonic invasion in 1809.

The construction has very different façades to be found there. The main façade is characterized by its austerity, while the east side is adorned with arches and the one at the southern end has a side door.

Torrexón de la Posada

The Torrexón de la Posada is located on the estate where the Palace of Posada Cortés stands, in the town of Llanes. It is a fortress house built between the 14th and 15th centuries and formed by a rectangular floor plan and a half-point arch, which gives access to the interior.

The north side of the building has the largest number of spans. On the upper floor of this side, you can see three spans, in Gothic style, which are closed at the top by pointed arches.

Services Colombres – Llanes

Services stage from Colombres to Llanes

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Map stage from Colombres to Llanes

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Excellent company. They were super helpful in putting together my last minute trip to do the camino inglés. I will definitely use them next year when I do another route. Thank you SantiagoWays!

Lisa B

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Fabulous experience. Santiago Ways made this trip such a memorable trip. I will definitely be using their amazing service again for the next 200 km. The accommodations were super. The transfers and itinerary were perfect . Thanks Ylenia ans everyone at Santiago Ways!

Fabiana Lima

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Very good service. Ylenia Conesa was the one who helped me and she was always very effective and courteous. Will definitely use them again!

Christine Tranchina

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My husband and I hiked the Camino De Santiago from Pamplona to Logroño. We used Santiago Ways to help plan our adventure... booking our hotels, breakfast, picnic and dinner as well as transferring luggage during the hike. It was extremely helpful because we traveled in February which is not a... popular time and all services are not available. The communication and service was excellent. Before, after and during the hike Angie Rinaudo kept in contact and answered all our questions in a timely manner. All the accommodations were excellent. We are planning to do more sections in the future and will definitely use Santiago Ways again.read more

Karen Srajer

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We took the French Way, Leaving from Saint Jean Pied de Port. Santiago Ways booked our rooms the entire trip and make sure our luggage was transported. The rooms were a delight the walk was wonderful. Santiago Ways made sure to have support for us on the trip as well as needed. I would highly... recommend this company. The entire group was a delight to work with and Cristiana on it especially was helpful.If we should decide to do another way, we would definitely use this company.read more

Diane Nunez

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This was our first time in Spain and first time walking on a daily basis. Santiago Ways answered our many questions and concerns over many emails. We started our walk September 1st 2019 in Sarria and took 10 days to walk to Santiago de Compostela. Santiago Ways booked our lodging in 10 different... places along with luggage transfers. We asked that all breakfasts,dinner and picnic lunch be included. Our accommodations varied from Albergues. Inns, Boutique hotel, to Bed and Breakfast. We truly enjoyed our picnic lunch as we could stop anywhere and enjoy the view. The accommodations - private room and private bathroom as we requested were not disappointing. We would recommend Santiago Way to anyone that needs some assistance in walking The Way.read more

Richard Luna

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I changed my itinerary about 10 times before finalizing my vacation, 2 weeks prior to my trip date. Santiago Ways (Sara Mateo) was so polite and understanding throughout the entire process. My wife and I loved our great 2 week walk on the Camino. Every reservation, baggage transfer, excursion and... transportation worked out exactly as planned. Thank you Sara for our memorable vacation.read more

Mark Nichols

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This is a very professional company that helped create a fantastic journey. My contact person, Ylenia, responded to my emails and answered my questions. I highly recommend this company.

Kat Cust

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I have walked with Santiago Ways twice and have been impressed by their professionalism and services both times. I wanted to support a Spanish company for the walks, and found them to be a competitive option - in a crowded industry. Am planning to walk with them again as I’ve enjoyed my caminos so... much!read more

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Rachel Mckeeve

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We recently walked part of the Camino de Santiago Trail. Our trip was arranged by Santiago Ways. We were part of a larger group we had a tour guide and our luggage was transferred each day. Our trip was an immense success, everything went very smoothly and that in part was down to Veronica who... arranged the trip. She was very helpful throughout the whole planning procedure even arranging for a private transfer from the airport to Sarria, our start point. I would recommend Santiago Ways and Veronica and would definitely use them again.read more

Eilish Bye

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After comparing several agencies, our group of 7 decided to go with Santiago Ways for our first Camino experience as they offered an all round better price for our customised package that included insurance, meals, accommodation, luggage transfers and any required transportation to accommodation.... The booking process was straightforward, they responded quickly to various enquiries and changes that we requested and they provided guidance on preparation and the Camino route which we referred to throughout our trip.We had a couple of issues including one of our group injuring her ankle but Santiago Ways were available 24 x 7 and they resolved everything efficiently including all communications required with local accommodation providers, taxis etc. which was very reassuring. Pilgrims we met who organised their accommodation en route had to deal with lack of accommodation in some locations and then they had to organise transport to and from the nearest hostels. We didn’t have any stress like this at all which left us free to enjoy the stunning scenery and great camaraderie on this wonderful trip. We will use Santiago Ways again and we can highly recommend them.read more

Kerry Mannette

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I booked my Camino de Santiago for Sept 2019 through Santiago Ways and the company made the experience absolutely wonderful. Vanessa Veiga was a pleasure to deal with, very professional and informative and made it very easy to arrange the entire trip. The accommodations and board booked through... Santiago ways were amazing, we were very pleased with the diversity (B&B, hotel, hostel) of the accommodations along with the service and cleanliness of the accommodations. The luggage transfer worked flawlessly. I would rate Santiago Ways 10 out of 10 and recommend them to anyone looking to book their Camino.read more

Karen Henderson

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I was so pleased with the trip Santiago Ways set up for me to Walk The Camino Francés. My first experience was when I requested a quote in October 2018 for a August 2019 walk. Ylenia went above and beyond to answer all our questions and to provide numerous options for me before I made my final... decision on the trip. She was patient and thorough as I gathered information. Her follow up was amazing and her attention to detail was very assuring! Once I booked the trip she continued sending updates until we departed for Spain. Once we arrived in Spain Ylenia and the Operations team stayed in touch via email to answer any questions. The hotel accommodations for 39 days were all wonderful and the baggage transfer was perfect. Every day our bags were at the hotel by the time we arrived. One day my friend left her hat in the hotel room and Santiago Ways Operation team sent an email saying the hat would be waiting at our next hotel. That’s going “above and beyond”. I highly recommend using Santiago Ways for your Camino!!!!! We walked with numerous people who had used other companies and they all thought Santiago Ways had the best hotels. I’ve already referred a friend to them and definitely will use them for my next Camino. Thank you Santiago Ways!!!!!!!!read more

Alison McEvoy

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Ylenia Conesa from Santiago Ways was very helpful answering all my question prior to my Camino trip. A truly memorable experience beautifully organised by Santiago Ways

Chantal Ryan

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This was a great experience from start to finish. From the on-line booking team that answered my numerous questions and comminucated with me in an efficient and friendly manner to the amazing guide we had and the quality of the hotels we stayed in. It all exceeded my expectations

Jon Lucas

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Excellent company with excellent staff, couldn't fault their organisation and execution of my Camino walk. My special thanks to Ylenia who looked after my bookings and organised things for me.

LUCIA CARABINE

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Fantastic service and Ylenia Conesa who handled the booking was a delight and very efficient

Jasmine Pantuso

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Santiago Ways, and our advisor Ylenia Conesa , provided an outstanding travel experience! Ylenia answered every question that I had during my trip planning process! The accommodations were absolutely charming, and the food was perfect! Thank you for the experience of a lifetime!

Yuko Fujita

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Celebrating 60th birthday, we walked 100 kilos for 10 days. No pain and no blisters. Santiago ways transported our luggage on time every day even we changed one of the hotel to Paradores. Taxis were always on time waiting for us. All hotels were clean, friendly and conveniently located. The... food and buildings and history of each accommodations were all unique and wonderful! I will use Santiago ways for my next Camino. Andriana was very helpful. Thank you! Muchas Gracias!read more

Yana Mileva

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We booked our "Camino" trip via this agency. Our agent was Vanessa and we are ecstatic with the service! The booking went very smoothly. All our questions were answered and all our wished addressed in a very quick manner. Actually, the agency had to ping us a few times via email and WhatsApp, as we... were the ones too slow to answer them. They even made arrangements for us to take our dog on the trip and book the appropriate hotels. The luggage transfer was wonderful. We had a pickup from Santiago to our starting point on "Camino" that also worked perfectly. We can highly recommend the services of this agency. I have to admit that I have not compared prices and if there is something cheaper on the market, but the service we received here was impeccable. We had a wonderful trip and are planing to come back next year and walk another "Camino" again. Buen Camino everyone!read more

Peggy White

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Walking the Camino was the best experience of my life! Partially because I had such a great support crew of Santiago Ways! I worked with Vanessa Veiga who organized my trip to suit my needs. When some details needed to be changed, she kindly worked with me to make it happen. My accommodations... were all very different- from Casa Rurals to hostels to Pensions, but they were all excellent. The luggage transfer worked perfectly, too. I highly recommend this company to anyone planning to walk the Camino!read more

Tamir Shemer

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excellent experience with Santiago way team, all that was promised accomplished to the last detail , the transportation, the hotels choices , the path segment choice, the information provided ,the luggage transfer just a perfect vacation

mary ellen canal

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Santiago Ways is the perfect agency to help you plan you Camino de Santiago.Since the first day that i wrote my email the response was very fast, gladly i began speaking to the agent Vanessa Viega and she made sure i had all the information and helped me plan everything, she was really great .i... really enjoyed my Camino, i was looking forward for it and it did satisfied my expectations.This experience for me was the most special in my life, i am really thinking about doing it again starting in Portugalread more

Winston Fernandez

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I used Santiago Ways on my first Camino in March this year. The trail that I did was from Vigo to Santiago de Compostela. The experience was truly fantastic ….. mainly because of Santiago Ways.My contact person at Santiago Ways was Vanessa Veiga. Right from the onset Vanessa was extremely helpful... , sensitive and very attentive to all my requests. She responded swiftly to all my mails. She selected the right hotels which were excellent and the luggage always arrived on time.I am planning my second Camino next April and I would continue to use Santiago Ways and in particular Vanessa. Thanks a million Vanessa and continue the good work to all the pilgrims who want to experience a true Camino.Winston FernandezKuala Lumpur, Malaysiaread more

Marion Tilley-Vyner

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Santiago Ways made it possible for me to do the pilgrimage. At 69 I did not like the idea of staying in a hostal, I like a bit of privacy and comfort! And I could not have done the walking while carrying my luggage. Adriana at Santiago Ways helped me work out my route and booked hotels and luggage... transfers. Also, having them there in case I had any problems, was very reassuring. Adriana was only a phone call away. I recommend using Santiago Ways for anyone having doubts about doing the pilgrimage - they make it so much easier!read more

Tammy Shain

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Vanessa was awesome and we loved Santiago Ways! We had a group of 8 college friends that were all around 50-years old. The deciding factor in choosing Santiago Ways was the group discount offered for groups of 6 or more. All other companies threshold for a discount was 10 people. Vanessa and the... staff were awesome to work with throughout the process. We did the five day hike from Sarria to Santiago. We requested superior accommodations in places that were on the trail. The accommodations were top notch and 4 of the 5 places were directly on the trail. The exception was our night in Lavacolla in which we were .4 miles off the trail. It was our choice to stay in that location in order to have a shorter walk to Santiago on our final day so we could make the noon mass. We were pleasantly surprised at how clean each place was and they all had great bar and restaurant choices in close proximity - with the exception of Lavacolla so we recommend eating on-site - it was very good.read more

Sandi Frost Steensma

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We had an excellent experience on the Camino with Santiago Ways. We had 14 women and everything was wonderful. We enjoyed the hotels, loved the daily luggage transport and the food was terrific. Santiago Ways communicated throughout our trip. We felt well-supported when we needed to make changes. ... Thank you!!read more

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Beatriz Beltranena

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Santiago Ways is excellent they exceeded my expectations!! they do a great JOB and we had a "Buen Camino" in part thanks to them... lovely hotels.. flawless bag transfers and great great service!!! I would totally recommend them and please look for Vanessa she is the best.

Jan Schubert

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My family and I used Santiago Ways to organize our recent pilgrimage from Lisbon to Porto. They did an excellent job booking us (as much as possible) into wonderful, small, family-run hotels and coping with the many changes dictated by "group" travel. In addition, one of us was traveling by bicycle... whilst the rest were walking, necessitating even more planning which Santiago Ways did with patience and grace. We recommend using Santiago Ways for Camino support and planning!!! Jan Schubertread more

Jill Scher

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My family and I (6 of us) just finished walking the Lisbon to Porto section of the Camino Portuguese. It was a wonderful experience for us. The hotels we were booked into were well chosen and the food was great. We also found the path to be well marked making way finding fairly easy. A great relief... as we had heard it was not well marked. Our luggage was efficiently transferred each day and everything ran very smoothly. Thank you Santiago Ways! We would definitely recommend your services to our friends. Jillread more

Kenneth E. Nowell

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Santiago Ways made my memorable hike trouble-free. I had excellent hotels, tasty breakfasts, dependable baggage forwarding, informative advance information, and a dependable drive to deliver me to Sarria. I really appreciate their attention to detail!

Margo Gosia Barker

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We booked our El Camino with Santiago Ways and we were very lucky to have Silvia as our agent. She did a fantastic job organizing our trip, always promptly responding to our inquiries, impeccable English, all accommodations that she arranged for us were great, and our luggage was always delivered... to the next location timely, before our arrivals to sites. I would definitely recommend Santiago Ways and ask for Silvia to be your representative.read more

Patricia Bazán

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This trip changed my life in ways I could not describe! I knew the hiking was going to be a challenge, but Santiago Ways made it so easy to plan and execute. They are truly the best and I am already planning my next trip with Santiago Ways and would not think of going anywhere else. Silvia Rivera... was particularly helpful in the planning, as she answered all my questions patiently, and help me through the process. Great job, Guys, and I will see you next year!read more

Roberto Canto

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Have just finished El Camino de Santiago from Sarria with the help of Santiago Ways. They have been extremely accesible from day one. The transfer of the luggage throught the five days was impecable, always finding the luggage in the room on every stage of the way. The food and lodging was very... acceptable. If I were to do it again I would not hesitate to contact them once more for their assistance! "Buen camino".read more

Edmee Flores

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Our experience with Santiago Ways was flawless. We highly recommend this outfit for your Santiago way experience. A perfect 10!

Barbara Melinska

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Very nice experience. Good and professional organization.Nice and friendly environment during the event. Recommended 100 %. Saludos para Jose ;)

Hanna Ringel

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Simply put - an incredible experience! This agency looks after every last detail. I walked the last 100 km of the Camino with their help and I definitely want to go back soon and do a longer part of the route. When that happens (which I hope is soon) I'll definitely be using Santiago Ways again!... Thanks for everything.read more

Stage from Colombres to Llanes

Camino del Norte ( Stage 16 )

Colombres - Llanes (23,2 Km)