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!
Camino fitness: What are flat feet? We have a new series of articles focusing on Camino fitness and health by specialist Pete from D-Pete Health and Fitness in Rathfarnham, Dublin. If you are preparing for the Camino de Santiago or any other walking holidays, this series of advice focusing on common ailments and how to […]
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I’ll Push You: Crossing the finish line, but far from over Nearly six weeks after starting their epic I’ll Push You Camino de Santiago journey in St Jean Pied de Port, Justin and Patrick finally reach Santiago de Compostela (one day ahead of schedule!), where they are greeted with applause and embraces from fellow pilgrims
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I’ll Push You: Bittersweet Journey With the help of other pilgrims, volunteers and locals, Patrick and Justin reach O Cebreiro: a physical but also emotional high on their Camino de Santiago journey. Next stop… Santiago de Compostela! and a bittersweet journey really as the feeling that their amazing challenge is nearing its end has become
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Glassblowing in Tuscany While walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany, you will be able to discover and appreciate one of Italy’s most traditional crafts: glassblowing. Since this particular skill has started to disappear in our modern world, where could you find this art still alive? It will be in the small and rustic town of Colle
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Your Camino: Wake up early! Simon Green walked de Camino de Santiago from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela and written a book about his experience, now available on Kindle. He shares his thoughts on getting up early on the Camino. by Simon Green One of the nicest parts for me of walking El Camino de
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The Camino de Santiago by bike Take the pilgrim trail to Santiago de Compostela on your bike with CaminoWays.com, the walking and cycling holiday specialist. The Camino de Santiago is not just a walking route; last year, over 12% of those who received their Compostela Camino certificate completed the journey by bike. These cyclists are
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I’ll push you: Something to learn As Patrick and Justin continue their amazing Camino de Santiago across the Meseta, the vast open landscapes push Patrick to reflect on this very special journey, what the Camino is teaching him and his future legacy. By Patrick Gray We have now passed the half way mark with regards
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I’ll Push You: Familiar Faces Continuing their inspirational Camino, this week Justin and Patrick share with us their astonishment at the kindness and support from people on the way, making the Camino de Santiago a truly unique experience. By: Justin Skeesuck We have been traveling on the Camino for the past two weeks and we
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The Old Irish College in Santiago Pazo de Ramirás, a classic Galician townhouse located at number 44 on Rúa Nova in Santiago de Compostela, is built on the site of the former Irish College. The college was founded in 1605 and was open to Irish students until 1769. Santiago’s College (Antigo Colexio dos Irlandeses) was
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I’ll Push You: Mountains and Valleys On the first leg of their inspirational Camino de Santiago journey Justin and Patrick encounter a few ups and downs, some of them quite unexpected! but make it to Pamplona safe and in high spirits. By: Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray As I sit here in Pamplona, Spain, I
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I’ll Push You: The Adventure Begins Best friends Justin and Patrick are embarking on a very special and inspirational Camino de Santiago adventure this week. Justin dedicates his life to inspire people with disabilities to overcome challenges, enjoy life and explore the world. His childhood friend Patrick will be pushing Justin 800km along the Camino
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The Camino de Santiago is one of the world’s most famous pilgrim paths with thousands of people walking its many routes every year. Although walking the Camino is something that everyone can achieve, it is important to take the time to prepare and train for your walk. The level of training you need will depend on
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Camino: Eat, pray, love it Spain: The Camino de Santiago caters for all travellers, from pleasure-seekers to pilgrims and foodies, writes Daragh Reddin. camino: Eat, pray, love I’M standing inside the monumental Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, marvelling at its Romanesque interior, when I suddenly find myself surrounded by a group of pilgrims – the staffs
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Discover the original Camino de Santiago The Camino Francés, or French Way, may be the most popular Camino route however, it is not the original path to Santiago de Compostela. In fact, there is an even older Camino de Santiago trail. Known as the Camino Primitivo, or the Original Way, the route is the first
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Basque to the future in northern Spain Camino del Norte. The northern coast of Spain is not the sole preserve of pilgrims on a religious journey. Lisa Williams travels the picturesque route by car and finds her spirits lifted along the way. Basque to the future in northern Spain. People flock in their thousands to the
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5 UNESCO monuments on the Vezelay Way Passionate about history, heritage and arts? The Vélezay Way of the Camino de Santiago is one of the routes with the highest number of UNESCO-listed monuments. These are 5 sites you should visit along the Vézelay Way: 1- Basilica of St Mary Magdalene in Vezelay What better beginning
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New Camino Certificate of Distance The Pilgrims Office in Santiago (Oficina de Acogida del Peregrino) has just launched a new Camino certificate called the ‘Certificate of Distance’. This new Camino certificate can be obtained in addition to the traditional Compostela or the Certificate of Welcome after reaching Santiago de Compostela. The Pilgrims Office has created
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Camino Recipe: Vegetable Paella Paella is a traditional rice dish from the Valencia area, in the Eastern part of Spain, but it has become so popular you are likely to find it all over Spain, also along the Camino de Santiago, of course. Ingredients may vary. Our friends from Spanish food and catering specialist company
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Planning a walking holiday in Tuscany on the Via Francigena? If you are travelling in July or August, you will have a chance to discover one of the oldest and most spectacular events of the year in Tuscany: the Siena Palio or Palio di Siena. Feel the strong tradition from the crowd, supporting their horse
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Camino Recipe: garden-style lentil stew Our friends from Spanish food and catering specialists in Dublin FoodFiesta.ie share a new Camino recipe this month: a hearty and full of goodness garden-style lentil stew, ‘lentejas a la jardinera’. What you will need: 300 g lentils (brown or green) 1 onion 2-3 potatoes -2 carrots -1 green pepper
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