How many kilometres is stage 5?

The stage from Borres to Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales) is about 33 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 10 h 17 min at a moderate pace (33 km and +1458 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +1458 m of ascent and −1308 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 44 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales)?

We list 6 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales).

Stage 5 of 14 · Camino Primitivo

Borres → Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales)

Asturias

Updated on August 16, 2026

Distance: 33 km
Time: 10 h 17 min
Ascent: +1458 m
Descent: −1308 m
Difficulty: Hard

Where to sleep in Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales)

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Where to get your credential stamped

Places on this stage that usually stamp the pilgrim's credential. Remember: over the last 100 km you need two stamps a day.

Albergue de Peregrinos de Pola de Allande
Albergue Polagrino
La Casita de ABA
Albergue de Peregrinos Berducedo
Albergue Casa Marqués
Albergue Camino Primitivo
Ilesia de San Andrés
Ayuntamiento de Allande
Capilla de la Virgen del Avellano

Points based on the hostels and parish churches along this stretch (OpenStreetMap data). We can't guarantee that each one stamps at all times: opening hours and availability change. Many bars, cafés and town halls also stamp.

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The Ruta de los Hospitales: high mountain terrain with no services or settlements, the crown-jewel stage (with an alternative via Pola de Allande in bad weather).

Where to sleep in Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales)

On the Camino, pilgrim hostels (municipal, parish and private) are the cheapest option, and many cannot be booked: you arrive and check in in order of arrival. The links below search for hotels and guesthouses, for those who prefer to secure a bed in advance.

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🚕 Taxis

Taxi ranks and services near this stage.

Camino taxis and transfers

Companies specialising in pilgrims that cover this route: transfers between stages, luggage transport and airport.

TaxiCamino📞 +34 619 156 730 Website
Primitivo completo: Oviedo → Lugo → Santiago
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- luggage
- airport
- bikes
Taxi Allande (Ochoa)📞 +34 646 773 278 Website
Tramo de Allande: Tineo → Pola de Allande → Berducedo
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- luggage
- bikes
Taxi Tineo📞 +34 985 801 515 Website
Concejo de Tineo (Asturias)
- passengers
Taxi Castro📞 +34 659 993 139 Website
Tramo gallego final: Melide, Lugo, Arzúa, Palas
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Variants of this stage

Ruta de los Hospitales

La etapa reina del Primitivo: alta montaña por la cresta, junto a las ruinas de antiguos hospitales de peregrinos, con vistas inmensas. Sin servicios ni población y expuesta al viento y la niebla; solo con buen tiempo y buena forma.

Por Pola de Allande

Alternativa por el valle, más protegida y con servicios, cuando el tiempo desaconseja los Hospitales. Menos espectacular pero más segura.

Hostels on this stage

Albergue de Peregrinos de Pola de AllandePublic+34 637190192 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue PolagrinoView on Google Maps 📍
La Casita de ABAView on Google Maps 📍
Albergue de Peregrinos BerducedoPublic+34 663 45 91 66 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue Casa Marqués+34 985 909 820 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue Camino Primitivo+34 985 90 66 70 Official website ↗

Hostel data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). It does not include beds or price, which are not always in the source; check with the hostel. Is one missing or wrong? Write to us.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 5?: The stage from Borres to Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales) is about 33 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 10 h 17 min at a moderate pace (33 km and +1458 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +1458 m of ascent and −1308 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 44 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales)?: We list 6 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Berducedo (Ruta de los Hospitales).

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