835 km
Total Distance
~36 days
Duration
Irún
Start
Santiago de Compostela
Finish
About This Route
The Northern Way follows Spain's dramatic northern coast from the Basque Country through Cantabria and Asturias into Galicia. More challenging and less crowded than the Francés, it rewards pilgrims with stunning coastal scenery, world-class pintxos, and authentic culture.
Key Highlights
San Sebastián, Zumaia flysch, Bilbao Guggenheim, Santander, Llanes, Cudillero, Ribadeo, Praia das Catedrais, Sobrado monastery
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