Welcome to our Camino de Santiago blog page! Embarking on this incredible journey, whether on foot or by bike, is more than a physical adventure – it’s a spiritual and emotional exploration, too. Here, we’re thrilled to share insights, advice, and heartfelt stories that make the Camino de Santiago much more than a simple trek.
Are you a seasoned pilgrim looking to reminisce or seeking new routes to explore? Maybe you’re a curious first-timer seeking guidance, tips, or simply a glimpse into this fascinating world. You’ve found the right place!
Our blog is an open road that weaves through the hearts and minds of those who love the Camino de Santiago. Whether you’re planning a future pilgrimage or walking down memory lane, our articles are penned with love, knowledge, and a genuine desire to assist and inspire.
Join us, explore, and be part of this beautiful Camino community. We are here to guide, support, and walk with you, every step of the way. Happy reading, dear pilgrim!
Festive Gingerbread Cookies Recipe Gingerbread Cookies are very popular in many countries around Europe, including Italy and France. They are very easy to make and can also be a special and original gift idea! Let us know how you get on with this delicious festive Gingerbread Cookies recipe! Ingredients: For 30 cookies: 3 cups (350g) […]
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The Camino Think Tank, by Sherry I had a lot of time to think on this 5-week walking journey – thinking helped me forget my foot pain and fatigue most days. This was a complete vacation for my mind – it was free to roam in and out of memories, ideas, and emotions. A mind
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The Pilgrims were people who traveled from England to the Netherlands and then to New England by the beginning of the 17th century. They are nowadays easily related to Thanksgiving Day because, after the first harvest season in New England, they gave thanks to God and to the natives who helped them survive, celebrating for
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Webinar: The Coastal Camino Routes to Santiago We love communicating with you all during our webinars and live videos. In this month’s webinar, recorded on November 24th, Roland takes you through everything you need to know about the Coastal Camino Routes to Santiago and beyond! What’s covered in this month’s webinar? The Portuguese Camino (More
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New Camino Book Alert: “There’s Something Going On!” Enjoy the Camino from the comfort of your armchair, but be warned, it’ll whet your appetite even more to plan your own Camino! In the current climate we all need things to do, and more importantly to look forward to. So why not follow Simon on this
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Here is the latest Johnnie Walker’s Travel update The latest update from the Camino has seen Spain announce a State of Emergency. This means most of Spain’s regions now have imposed curfews and travel restrictions—Johnnie Walker’s Travel update. In many cases, travel between regions is for essential purposes only now. It looks like these restrictions will
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Earlier this week, we gave you our top 5 books to read before your next Camino de Santiago adventure. We had a great response with a number of authors getting in touch, so apologies if we haven’t included your book here. Don’t worry, as the travel restrictions and lockdowns continue, we will be writing lots
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Elizabeth finds the beauty of the Camino on a rainy day… The Camino de Santiago is a unique and very special experience in very different ways for every pilgrim, however, even though we plan our pilgrimage with lots of time in advance and prepare ourselves for the walk, there will always be something out of
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Your spiritual journey can begin long before you begin walking the Camino de Santiago with a great travel book. There are a number of well-written Camino books, entertaining Camino movies and Camino blog posts to get you in the mood for the long walk ahead. We have come up with a list of 5 of
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In this live video Camino Frances webinar recorded on October 27th, Roland & Juanma take you through everything you need to know about the Camino Frances, the most popular of the Camino Routes. What’s covered in this Camino Frances webinar? What is the Camino Frances and what makes it so popular with pilgrims? What accommodation
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People of the Camino Earlier this year, I travelled the French Way with Jerry to collect footage for our series of Camino de Santiago videos. This is People of the Camino. Along the way, we met lovely pilgrims, always happy to share their stories with us. Watch our Pilgrims on the Camino video: We also
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Aoife’s Diary: The Via Francigena on foot “You won’t know yourself once you start driving”,“Cycling will save you so much time.” These are the words of persuasion that I hear on a daily basis. Urging me to ditch my favoured mode of transport. They are words motivated by the capitalisation of time and centred on moving quicker.
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5 spectacular places on the Via Francigena in Tuscany The Via Francigena or Camino to Rome takes pilgrims across some of Europe’s most stunning regions, including Tuscany in Italy. The Via Francigena crosses Tuscany, taking walkers from the Passo della Cissa mountain pass in the Apennines to the Val d’Orcia. Here are the 5 spectacular places on the
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The Confraternity of St. James [Podcast] The Confraternity of St. James, London is a non-profit organisation that has been helping pilgrims visit the Camino since 1983. Originally founded by six Camino enthusiasts, the confraternity currently has over 2000 members. The CSJ’s office and library close to Blackfriars bridge in London are open to the public
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Food on the Via Francigena: 4 things to know Many of you have asked about the specifics of food on the Via Francigena. In today’s blog we’re going to cover food in Italy, including meal times, courses, etiquette, and what to expect, in general when dining on the Italian regions of the Via Francigena. Italy is
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How long is the Camino de Santiago? How long is the Camino de Santiago? is quite a common question. The answer is simple and complex at the same time. The most straightforward answer is the Camino de Santiago is as long or as short as you want it to be. There are many routes and
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O Cebreiro Traditional Mountain Village on the Camino Frances After the charming town of Ponferrada on the Camino Frances mid-way between Ponferrada and Sarria, the classic Camino de Santiago routes, as you leave El Bierzo behind and enter Galicia, you will reach the tiny mountain village of O Cebreiro. O Cebreiro is as special as
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This Camino Frances Map is a handy visual representation of the most famous route on the Camino de Santiago. The Camino Frances or French Way is well known for many films, books, and documentaries. The French Way or Camino Francés is the most famous and popular of the Camino de Santiago routes, attracting nearly 70%
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What are Camino Casas Rurales? At CaminoWays.com, you can book your accommodation in some sections of the Camino de Santiago in ‘Casas Rurales’, sometimes called ‘Country Cottages’. Casas Rurales are unique boutique properties that have been lovingly restored by their owners, keeping some of the original features and homely traditional feel, combining them with all modern
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Camino for Independent Travellers Are you an Independent Traveler looking to experience the magic of the Camino? Are you looking for a Camino for Independent Travellers? At CaminoWays.com you can choose between self-guided and guided Camino tours: Self-guided Camino for Independent Travellers Self-guided tours are perfect for independent travellers as you can navigate a route
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