This is Asturia, in Campiello

The Camino Primitivo starts in Oviedo, and for here runs through Asturia for a number of days,mum still in his state. It has to be one of the most beautiful, and welcoming, parts of Spain. They have a real interest In the Camino, and the peregrinos who are passing through their towns and villages. 

I tried to book accomodation last night, in a pension, which was full. Not only did they phone around and find me a room, but they then walked me to my new accomodation. I have been wished Buen Camino more times than I can count, and get stopped daily frequently for a quick chat about why, where am I from, what do I think of the Camino Primitivo etc. 

The facilities here are also fantastic, lots of fountains with potable water, lots of benches where there's a good view, little cafés with snacks, coffee and breakfast. 

Photographs just from today ....

Happy, fat cows. No wonder the beef is so good. 

Beautiful heather and gorse, reminiscent of Scotland. Particularly after last night's referendum and vote count !

The spectacular mountains into which I am walking

Blackberries, fresh at the side of tiny country tracks. Sunripened, ready for me to graze on.