When is Best Time to Walk the Camino de Santiago?
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
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
Walking the Camino Frances route was one of the best experiences of my life. It was so good that I went back and walked it … Read more
Planning ahead means getting into shape, collecting the bare necessities packing list, and planning when, how, and for how long you will manage your Camino … 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
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
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
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
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, losing … Read more
I am not a great example of getting fit before walking the Camino de Santiago. I walked only once for 3 hours with a rucksack … 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
The Botafumeiro is one of the most captivating traditions within the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This large censer, renowned for its impressive size, is … Read more
Beautiful and unique gift ideas for Camino de Santiago pilgrims-to-be and memorabilia for pilgrims already finished with the Camino. Buying presents can be challenging, especially … Read more
Since completing the Camino de Santiago I have read 2 books by individuals who have described their inner and outer experiences, their trials, their triumphs, … Read more
O Cebreiro is a quintessential stop on the Camino Francés, the most travelled Camino de Santiago route leading to Santiago de Compostela. Perched atop the … 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
I reflected in a previous story, that the Camino is a place where the magic happens, something I have not experienced anywhere else, there is … Read more
The Camino de Santiago, often referred to as “The Way of St. James,” is a network of pilgrimage routes leading to the Cathedral of Santiago … Read more
I have stayed at over 100 albergues on four Camino de Santiago routes in Spain and France. There are great albergues and places that I … Read more
Hello, Camino friends I was recently reading the Camino Forums and felt inspired to write a little about my pilgrimage down the Camino Francis and … Read more
I was asked what my top ten things would be about the Camino de Santiago – so here it is. 1. The People, Other pilgrims … 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
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
Rabanal del Camino is a small village located in the province of Leon in northern Spain. It is situated on the 500 mile Camino Frances, … Read more
Day 1 on the Camino Frances from St Jean to Roncesvalles is around 24km and will take 7 to 9 hours if you walk it … Read more
Deciding to embark on the Camino de Santiago is only the beginning of your journey. You still have to plan which way you’ll go, and … Read more
After a couple of Caminos and seeing dozens of pilgrims having a hard time with the Camino Blues, I think it is worth writing an … Read more
There are many reasons why people walk the Camino de Santiago, but you have to be fairly motivated to walk the Camino from St Jean … Read more
The longest of the Camino pilgrimages, the Via de la Plata, starts in the south of Spain at Seville. It is also known as Ruta de … Read more
Walking the Camino de Santiago in winter offers several benefits, including fewer crowds and a more peaceful experience. However, it also presents unique challenges, such … Read more
Meeting people from around the world, facing the unexpected, experiencing physical and mental cleansing, laughter, meditation, natural beauty, and immersing in unavoidable periods of self-reflection … Read more
The English Way, El Camino Inglés, also known as Camino de Los Ingleses, is only 118km and can be easily completed in 5 or 6 … Read more
The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is the spiritual destination for most of the Camino routes. However, the Camino Finisterre and Camino MuxÃa extensions of … Read more
If you decide to embark on the Camino Frances pilgrimage in its whole length and beauty, the magical Roncesvalles would be your first stop or … Read more
If all goes well, and God wills it, at the end of March, I will begin to walk the Camino de Santiago. It’s about time. … Read more
Finisterre, or Fisterra in Galician, is a captivating town located in the province of A Coruña, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. Nestled on … Read more
I first walked the Camino de Santiago in 2004 on the Camino Frances route. I found it quite difficult back then to find information before … 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
For most people, the Camino de Santiago means a month of walking across northern Spain, covering about 800 km (500 miles). So it is unsurprising … Read more
For me leaving Roncesvalles is a dream as the route is mostly downhill a welcome change after yesterday. 300 meters after Roncesvalles you will come … Read more
Concerns about health care and medical help while on the Camino de Santiago is one of the most commonly asked questions. My experience with the … Read more