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Lugo, Galicia
Galicia

Lugo

The only city in the world completely surrounded by intact Roman walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lugo is the main urban stop on the Galician section of the Camino Primitivo.

Points of interest
3 points of interest
Related stages
Stage 9, Stage 10

Points of Interest

Highlights and landmarks to discover in Lugo

Lugo Cathedral — Church Church

Lugo Cathedral

A Romanesque cathedral with Gothic and Baroque additions, famous for its unique privilege of perpetual exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.

Don't miss the north portal, a masterwork of Romanesque sculpture.
Roman Bridge — Bridge Bridge

Roman Bridge

An ancient bridge over the Mino river, used by pilgrims for centuries as they enter or leave the walled city.

Roman Walls of Lugo — Monument Monument

Roman Walls of Lugo

The best-preserved Roman walls in Western Europe, stretching 2.2 km around the old city. Walk the entire circuit along the top for panoramic views of the city and countryside.

The wall walk is free and accessible 24/7. Best at sunset.

Related Stages

Stages of the Camino Primitivo passing through Lugo