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!
We are still very much in the midst of a pandemic and many of us will not be able to travel to the Camino this year. However, the spirit of the Camino lives on in our hearts and our thoughts and prayers are with the pilgrims who were looking forward to undertaking this spiritual journey […]
We Walk For You: Johnnie Walker on the Camino in 2020 Read More »
Guided or Self-Guided Camino Tour? Should I choose a Guided or Self-Guided Camino Tour? So you have decided that you want to walk the famous Camino de Santiago. Well done on taking the first step on your unforgettable journey. But which of the Camino routes is for you? You can also choose to travel independently or join a
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99.8% of pilgrims would recommend the Camino We conducted a survey of intrepid Camino fans in 2019 to gain some insights on pilgrims and the culture surrounding the trail. Of course, the Camino has existed for thousands of years, but over time trends and views towards it have changed. According to the latest statistics from
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There are as many reasons to love the Camino de Santiago as there are pilgrims. Everyone has their own personal Camino and there is a Camino for everyone. Each journey is unique and special but these are 7 of the reasons every single pilgrim falls in love with the Camino: 1-Freedom When was the last
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At Camino Ways, we have responsible travel and ‘leave no trace ethos, and we encourage our clients to follow these simple but very important principles. We have prepared a simple Responsible Travel checklist to remember when you travel to the Camino de Santiago or any of our other travel destinations, including the Via Francigena in
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Spectacular Horse Race: Palio di Siena Via Francigena If you have the chance or the opportunity to walk on the Via Francigena in the beginning of July or middle of August, you might be able to go to the Palio di Siena. Palio di Siena, or Il Palio, is one of Italy’s most spectacular horse events
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It has been a long three months of no travel to the Camino de Santiago in 2020. However, we are happy to report that in July, we will be sending some of our clients back out on the Camino as the borders reopen. Reports from friends in Santiago are that pilgrims are coming back out
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Caroline’s Camino: The beauty in every step Caroline from Caminoways.com walked the last 111km of the Camino Francés in a very rainy March this year. Despite this, she found beauty in every step. She tells us her heartwarming story of friendship, fatigue and a lot of wine! It is a truth universally acknowledged that if
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Sabela’s Via Francigena Sabela, from CaminoWays, recently cycled the last section of the Via Francigena, the Camino to Rome. She shares her experience and tips: When I was offered to travel the last 100 km of the Via Francigena, from Viterbo to Rome, I didn’t hesitate for a second; after a beautiful experience walking the
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6 Things to Know About The Camino Have you been thinking about walking the Camino? As a beginner, we don’t want to overwhelm you, but there are 6 things to know about the Camino before you even begin. Firstly, you are in for one fantastic adventure. The Camino de Santiago is rich in history, culture,
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Walking The Incredible Fisherman’s Trail in Portugal Rota Vicentina: Coastal Trail To Remember. It is hailed as the best-preserved coastal area in southern Europe. And after a week walking its spectacular clifftops and isolated beaches, I would go even further. The Atlantic coast of Alentejo and Algarve in SW Portugal is surely one of the
Rota Vicentina: Coastal Trail To Remember – by Jim Gallagher Read More »
How many people will be on my trip, and who are they? FAQ When it comes to how many people will be on your trip, it depends On a self-guided Camino tour, there is no minimum or maximum, as you are making your own group of friends or family. You can start any day of
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8 things you didn’t know about the Camino. Thousands of people of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds walk (or cycle!) the Camino de Santiago each year. Over 278,000 pilgrims received their Compostela certificate in Santiago in 2016 alone. Whether they walked a whole month on the Camino Frances from Saint-Jean or a week on the
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Favourite Camino: the Pyrenees & Portuguese Coastal Way The third one of our Favourite Camino blog post series, CaminoWays.com Sales Director Jeremy finds it difficult to choose just one favourite spot. He explains why he likes the Portuguese Coastal Way and the Pyrenees and Saint Jean Pied de Port, starting point of the French Way.
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Richard walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany Richard walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany was recently walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany: from San Miniato to Siena. He shares the highlights of his fantastic trip: To start the walk from San Miniato (or even Lucca) flying into Pisa makes getting to your start point very
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Life on the Camino de Santiago: 6 Lessons we Learn The Camino journey tends to linger in your mind long after you pack your walking shoes (or cycling shorts) and go back home. But there are lessons we learn during life on the Camino that will stick with us forever. As many thousands of pilgrims
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Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide CaminoWays.com managing director Roland talks us through Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide when renting a bike for your Camino cycling adventure. The steps for cycling the Camino are as follows: 1. Take the bike out of the box Your bike will arrive to your hotel in
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On his second Camino adventure, Chef Paul Flynn tackles the Camino del Norte from Bilbao with his brother Deckie. I’m with my brother this time. There’s me plump and wobbly, he’s a marathon running vegetarian 5 years older than me but sickeningly fitter. I delusionally console myself that my mane of silver hair compensates for
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Via de la Plata Diary from Gus Travel along the Camino in this latest Camin Pilgrim Story. Follow along with Gus as he documents his journey in his Via de la Plata diary. Gus Wong from Canada is currently walking the Camino de Santiago, along the Via de la Plata, starting in the city of
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