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Camino de San Salvador – León to Oviedo

Trek the Camino de San Salvador from León to Oviedo across the Cantabrian Mountains: 122 km of pristine wilderness and high mountain trails that challenge and inspire.

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January 16, 20161 min99 wordsUpdated May 27, 2026
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Camino de San Salvador – León to Oviedo
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ROUTE DETAILS


Starting Point: Oviedo


End Point: León


Distance: 122 km


Terrain: Asphalt – Trails – Gravel


Difficulty: Moderate Hiking


Estimated Duration: 5 – 6 days


Best Season: May to September


Waymarking: Yellow Arrow and Shell


The Way of San Salvador was established over a thousand years ago, created with the specific purpose of allowing pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compostela to first pay their respects at this sacred shrine, according to the famous saying "He who goes to Santiago without visiting El Salvador honours the servant and neglects the Lord".

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