The final 100km of the Camino Primitivo from Lugo to Santiago de Compostela offers a rewarding and authentic pilgrimage experience through the heart of rural Galicia. This section combines peaceful countryside paths, charming villages, historic churches, and beautiful green landscapes, making it an ideal introduction to the Camino for many walkers.
Beginning in the ancient Roman city of Lugo, the route follows quiet trails through forests, rolling hills, and traditional Galician communities before joining the Camino Francés in Melide for the final approach to Santiago.
The journey finishes in Santiago de Compostela, where pilgrims arrive at the magnificent cathedral that has marked the spiritual end of the Camino for centuries. Those who complete the final 100km on foot are also eligible to receive the traditional Compostela certificate.