Real Valladolid owner Ronaldo has begun a long bicycle trip from Valladolid to Santiago de Compostel. to keep a promise he made in case of his club's promotion in the Spanish league.

Ronaldo and his partner were expected to travel several dozen kilometers (miles) a day along the traditional pilgrimage route that leads to a famous shrine in northwestern Spain.

Real Madrid great Ronaldo began the trip at Valladolid's stadium, some 450 kilometers (280 miles) away from Santiago de Compostela.

"It will be beautiful," he told Spanish media. "I know that I will suffer physically, but it will be an unforgettable experience."

Ronaldo said he vowed to make the trip after Valladolid was relegated last season.