SightVisit the CathedralThe historic starting point of the Primitivo, closely tied to the old pilgrim tradition of visiting San Salvador before Santiago. The Holy Chamber is part of Oviedo’s UNESCO-linked pre-Romanesque heritage.
The historic capital of Asturias and the starting point of the Camino Primitivo, the oldest of all Camino routes. Home to the UNESCO-listed pre-Romanesque churches, the Gothic cathedral with the Camara Santa, and a vibrant cider culture.
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Oviedo is the capital of Asturias and the starting point of the Camino Primitivo, considered the oldest of all Camino de Santiago routes. King Alfonso II walked from here to Santiago in the 9th century after the discovery of the apostle's tomb, making this the 'Original Way'.
The city has a wealth of UNESCO-listed pre-Romanesque monuments, including Santa Maria del Naranco and San Miguel de Lillo on the hillside above the city. The Gothic Cathedral of San Salvador houses the Camara Santa, a pre-Romanesque chapel containing important medieval relics.
Pilgrims will find every service, from albergues and hotels to supermarkets, pharmacies, and hospitals. The old town is lively, with excellent cider houses (sidrerias) and Asturian cuisine. Oviedo also serves as the start of the Camino de San Salvador connecting to Leon.
Every kind of bed in one place: online booking, direct-contact albergues, walk-ins and donativos. Live prices for your night.
The Camino through town, with prices where the beds are. Amber is the route; each pin is a place to stay.
How to reach your starting point from major cities and airports.
Renfe (Alvia) trains run from Madrid (4.5 hours), Leon (2 hours), and Valladolid (3 hours). FEVE trains connect along the coast from Santander and Bilbao. Cercanias trains run to Gijon every 30 minutes. Oviedo station is central.
Asturias Airport (Ranon) is approximately 45 km from Oviedo, with direct flights from Madrid, Barcelona, and London. A bus service connects the airport to Oviedo city centre in around 45 minutes.
Alsa buses from Madrid (5 hours), Leon (1.5 hours), Gijon (30 minutes), Santander (3 hours), and Bilbao (5 hours). The bus station is adjacent to the railway station.
Taxis from the airport cost around 40 to 50 euros. Ride-hailing services are available within the city.
Your checklist for arrival day in Oviedo.
Visit the Cathedral of San Salvador to collect your credential. The cathedral has been a pilgrimage site since the 9th century. The Holy Chamber (Camara Santa) contains important pre-Romanesque relics and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Everything you need to know for your time in Oviedo.
Cathedral of San Salvador. Open daily. The cathedral has been a pilgrimage site since the 9th century.
Oviedo is a beautiful city that is often overlooked. The pre-Romanesque churches (UNESCO) are unique in Europe. Calle de la Gascona (Cider Boulevard) is the place for sidra and Asturian food.
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