Camino Primitivo (The Original Way)
The Camino Primitivo route was the first Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route to the city of Santiago de Compostela. This is why it is referred … Read more
The Camino Primitivo route was the first Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route to the city of Santiago de Compostela. This is why it is referred … Read more
A pilgrim’s Camino passport is a must on any of the Camino de Santiago routes (also known as a Camino Credential). You must have one … 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
Larrasona is also entered over a bridge however this was known as the bandit’s bridge as narrow obligatory passing places like this were favored to … 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? Â 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
The more time you have for traveling the less it will cost, and the less time the more… Â Travelling to your start point on the … 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? Â 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
The Camino Le Puy route (730 km) is one of France’s three main Camino de Santiago routes that meet shortly before St Jean Pied de … Read more
It is best if your Camino de Santiago packing list only includes the essentials. This will make your journey easier by keeping the weight in … Read more
There are four main Camino routes in France. The routes in France are not referred to as Camino de Santiago in France but as Chemin … Read more
Beautiful and unique gifts for pilgrims-to-be and memorabilia for pilgrims already finished with the Camino. Buying presents can be challenging especially for pilgrims. Many Camino … Read more
I have been writing about the Camino on this blog since 2006. The site grew too large, and I consolidated posts as there was not … Read more
Santiago de Compostela is the capital of Galicia, Spain’s northwesternmost region, within the province of La Coruña. It is one of the most important pilgrim … Read more
I met Mony, one of the authors of Walking for Peace, at a conference about the Camino de Santiago in October 2015. I found Mony … Read more
Here are the best movies about the Camino de Santiago. These Camino de Santiago movies influence and inspire walkers to hike across Spain. But the … Read more
Anyone who has already walked the Camino Frances route knows about the importance of the Cruz de Ferro (the Iron Cross on the Camino de … Read more
Recently, I was asked what my top ten things would be about the Camino de Santiago – so here it is. 1. The People, Other … Read more
For most pilgrims undertaking the Camino de Santiago, the end of the journey is Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. The cathedral lies at the heart of … Read more
Ponferrada holds a special place in my heart. One year I left the Camino de Santiago at this point and on another year I walked … Read more
Pamplona is the first major city on the Camino; whole guide books are written on the city and therefore only the basics are covered here. … Read more
To judge by the first sight of its outskirts, Leon, in northern Spain, is like any other modern Spanish city: a few smoke-belching factories and … Read more
The towns, villages, and cities along the 780km of the Camino Frances that you will walk or cycle through are quite diverse and typical of … Read more