Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This stage ventures into western Asturias, offering a medium-difficulty route through undulating terrain. The trail departs from Grado to tackle the ascent of Alto de la Doriga, before descending into the valley of the Narcea River. An important milestone on the journey is passing through the Monastery of San Salvador in Cornellana, an impressive medieval monastery. The route combines sections along local roads with paths through forests, in a landscape that maintains the essence of rural Asturian countryside. Arrival at the medieval village of Salas, with its imposing defensive tower and collegiate church, marks the crowning glory of a richly historic and natural heritage journey.
The stage between Grado and Salas continues with the tone of interior Asturias: a wavy profile and a predominantly rural and green landscape. The stage does not present the hardness of the previous one, but it requires constant effort. Shortly after leaving Grado, the road begins its ascent to Alto de la Doriga, a gentle slope. After the descent, you arrive at Cornellana, one of the key points of the day. Here you find the imposing Monastery of San Salvador, a cenobium of great historical importance founded in the 11th century. Its Romanesque church and Baroque cloister well deserve a detailed visit. After Cornellana, the road becomes more pleasant, with long stretches along dirt paths that run through forests and alongside small streams. You cross small villages that maintain the flavor of authentic Asturias. It's an stage to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the Nonaya valley landscapes. The end of the stage arrives at the village of Salas, one of the most charming localities on the Primitivo Way. Its medieval historic center is very well preserved.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
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Accommodations in this Stage
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Ca Pilarona - El Hórreo
Ca Pilarona - El Pajar
Ca Pilarona - El Pozo
El Lacayo de Sestiello
Hotel Areces
Hotel Rural Palacio Fernández Heres
La Posada de Rus
Palacio Conde de Toreno
Albergue La Quintana
Albergue Valle Nonaya - Hostel
Hotel Castillo Valdés Salas
VILLAGRADO Suites AT3LLaves
Albergue Casa Sueño - Hostel
Casa Teo - Hostel
Hotel Auto-Bar
Casa Hortensia
Casa Mari Carmen
Casa Nueva
Casa Rural Tulia
El Campo de Petra
La Figal de Xugabolos, Salas
Luminoso apartamento en Grado, cerca de Oviedo
Palmeral Suite
Pimo plus Entrerrios
Pimo Plus La Campa
Pimo Plus La pola
Villa de Salas Alojamientos
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