Camino de Santiago Blog

It’s easy to find out how to start off on the trek along the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. There are lots … Read more

This is a post from Des O’Dowd, thanks. I retired on the 1st of September 2008 and I wanted to celebrate my new life and … Read more

Yes, what about food? A question that had not occurred to me before going to Spain and France to start my first Camino. I have … Read more

The Camino forum was an amazing resource for me when researching the Camino de Santiago. I did the full Camino Frances as well as the … Read more

What’s the most common injury experienced on the Camino de Santiago? Without a doubt, foot blisters! They’re painful. They’re frustrating. They take precious time, effort, … Read more

My typical day on the Camino de Santiago started at about 6 am. I was a mature student before hiking on the Camino de Santiago … Read more

Hiking the Camino de Santiago is an adventure that I will never forget. The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, … Read more

I walked the Camino de Santiago on the Camino Frances for less than €1,000, around $1,200. This does not include travel to and from the … Read more

I asked in a newsletter for alternatives to the Camino, and I expected other pilgrimages routes. But, no, the following were the most popular. Usually, … Read more

A pilgrimage is a journey that holds great significance to a person, often leading them to sacred places or sites associated with religious or spiritual … Read more

The Camino Spirit This is a transcript of a talk I was asked to give at an information session on walking the Camino, presented in … Read more

With a population of just over 13,000, Sarria can feel very busy and noisy after the last few days in the remote countryside, though minor … Read more

The Way of St James, or St James’ Way, often known by its Spanish name the Camino de Santiago, is the pilgrimage to the cathedral … Read more

Walking the Camino is without a doubt an extraordinary experience – but what about walking the Camino de Santiago with children? An escape, an adventure … Read more

A pilgrim’s passport is a must on any of the Camino de Santiago routes, (also known as a credential), you must have one to stay … Read more

The scallop shell is one of the most iconic symbols of the Camino de Santiago, and no matter where you are on the road, you … Read more

The Camino to Santiago might be a spiritual journey, but it’s not exempt from common earthly troubles like bed bugs. Who would have thought that such … Read more

The most popular Camino de Santiago route is 500 miles long. It starts in Saint Jean Pied de Port, France, and travels westwards across Spain … Read more

The best times to walk the Camino de Santiago are April, May, June, September, and October. The weather is warm and mild during these months, … Read more

When planning the Camino de Santiago, we are often faced with the choice of going alone or as a part of a group. The Camino … Read more

Long-trail hikes are gaining popularity, and the Via Francigena, an ancient pilgrim trail from Canterbury to Rome, is no exception. Like the Camino de Santiago, … Read more

One of the most common questions I am asked – is it safe to walk the Camino de Santiago alone?  This became a question being … Read more

Love was the last thing I expected to find on the Camino de Santiago. But I did and twelve years later our son is nearly … Read more

Puente la Reina is located in the province of Navarra in northern Spain. It is a small town known for its picturesque medieval bridge and … Read more

I lost about 8kgs, around 18 lbs, over a four week period. So yes, I did lose a lot of weight on the Camino. However, … Read more

In 2015, two pilgrims to undertake the Camino Frances walk were Douglas and Christine Ball, from Gateshead in the northeast of England. Here is their … Read more

One thing that can make all the difference during a challenging hike is having either a steady stream of trekking snacks or a succulent lunch … Read more

A quick trip is not something you can expect from Camino de Santiago. With routes going up to several hundred kilometers, a pilgrimage typically lasts … Read more

The Pilgrimage to Santiago along the Camino de Santiago is a one of a kind experience. While many would love to walk the entire way, … Read more

The pilgrimage to Santiago is an adventure rich in breathtaking views and unforgettable moments. Still, some travellers prefer to completely unplug from the noise of … Read more

Estella has a population of about 14,000, and many good restaurants and cafes are within 10 minutes walk of the Albergue. The town’s main square … Read more

If I wasn’t a hiker, I would never have started this blog, I wouldn’t have walked the Camino, hiked all over the Rockies, and into … Read more

I think I am a terrible example of getting fit before walking the Camino de Santiago.  I walked only once for about 3 hours, with … Read more

How fit do I have to be to walk the Camino de Santiago or what kind of training plan do I have to do?  This … Read more

The Camino Aragon starts in Somport and joins the main French route at Puente la Reina. I walked it in 2004 after I had walked … Read more

Cluny to Le Puy, February 17th to March 3rd It seemed we were destined to walk the Camino. Well, in retrospect. I had six months long … Read more

If you decided to embark on the Camino Frances in its whole length and beauty, the magical Roncesvalles would be your first stop or your … Read more