Shelter Route Map
Tineo → Pola de Allande
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Where to Sleep
Recommended accommodations along this stage
In Pola de Allande (ending point)
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Rural House Places to Visit
Highlights and landmarks along the way
Points of Interest
Must-see spots in the towns along this stage
Bar Bar Covadonga
Pola de Allande
A simple and welcoming bar in the heart of Pola de Allande, a common resting stop for pilgrims crossing the remote mountain section of the Camino.
Good breakfast spot — café con leche and toast before the climb.
Monument Castro de San Chuis
Pola de Allande
An impressive Iron Age hillfort with Roman-era remains, offering a fascinating window into the pre-Roman cultures of Asturias.
Located 6 km from Pola de Allande. Accessible by car or a moderate hike.
Restaurant Mesón Casa Pepe
Pola de Allande
A rustic mountain restaurant in Pola de Allande serving generous portions of traditional cuisine, perfect for refueling after the challenging mountain stages.
The cocido montañés is the house specialty.
Viewpoint Puerto del Palo
Pola de Allande
At 1,146 m, this mountain pass marks the highest point of the Camino Primitivo. On clear days, views stretch across the Cantabrian Mountains to the coast.
Be prepared for sudden weather changes. Carry warm layers even in summer.
Bar Bar La Plaza
Tineo
A lively bar on the main square of Tineo, a natural gathering point for pilgrims to rest, have a drink, and share stories from the trail.
Try the local craft beer and house tortilla.
Church Church of San Pedro
Tineo
The parish church of Tineo, featuring a mix of Romanesque and Gothic elements with a beautiful stone portal.
Nearby Cities & Villages
Explore what to see in the towns along this stage
Asturias Pola de Allande
A small mountain village at the foot of the Puerto del Palo pass. Gateway to some of the most dramatic and remote landscapes of the Camino Primitivo.
4 points of interest
Asturias Tineo
One of the highest towns on the Camino Primitivo, Tineo offers stunning mountain views and a proud pilgrimage tradition dating back to the Middle Ages.
4 points of interest