If you are a wine lover, the Camino de Santiago will be a treat for your taste buds. As you journey from St. Jean to Santiago, the terrain will gently ebb and flow, leading to subtle variations in the unique qualities and composition of regional wines of the Camino de Santiago. Mencía is a wine which …
The Camino de Santiago draws in travellers from all corners of the world. Whether you’re lacing up your hiking boots for personal growth, spiritual discovery, or the sheer thrill of exploring, one question seems to persist: “Is the Camino too crowded?” Here we explore what the Camino has to offer, no matter the season or …
Camino Francés: A Beginner’s Favourite The Camino Francés often stands out as a top recommendation when talking about beginner-friendly routes. This route starts in St. Jean Pied de Port in France and spans 800 km, crossing over to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. Don’t let the length scare you! Many beginners opt to do a …
The Camino de Santiago is not just a physical journey but also a mental and emotional one. While the pilgrimage offers a myriad of beautiful landscapes and enriching experiences, it’s not without its challenges. So, what is the hardest part of the Camino? The answer varies from person to person, depending on physical ability, emotional …
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If you’re contemplating the idea of a trip on the Camino de Santiago, one question that might pop into your head is: “Is it easy to get lost?” The quick answer is no, it’s generally not easy to get lost on most routes of the Camino, but let’s delve into the details. Well-Marked Trails One …
Barcelona While Barcelona often steals the limelight as the epicentre of the extraordinary architect Antoni Gaudí’s masterpieces in Spain, walking or cycling the Camino de Santiago offers ample opportunity for architecture fans to discover Gaudi’s works along the Camino. Antoni Gaudí was a Spanish architect renowned for his unique approach and distinctive style. Born in …
Trying warm, comforting food on the Camino If you are planning to walk or cycle the Camino during autumn, an Autumnal Camino treat awaits you: Caldo Gallego – Galician Soup. You’ll almost certainly crave warm, comforting foods throughout the day, and this traditional soup will certainly tick these boxes for you! Caldo Gallego can be …
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Experience the Camino in Autumn 2023 The Camino de Santiago isn’t just a summer adventure—it can be equally beautiful and fulfilling in autumn. Whether walking or cycling, the Camino in autumn is a burst of vibrant colours, crisp air, and fewer travellers. In fact, for many people, myself included, this is considered the perfect time …
The Camino de Santiago, a centuries-old pilgrimage route traverses through Spain and other parts of Europe, is a journey that captivates the hearts and souls of thousands of travellers every year. Among the many questions that pilgrims-to-be ponder, one commonly asked is: “How hard is the first day of the Camino de Santiago?” Let’s delve …
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What is the St James Way? The St James Way, also known as the ‘Way of Saint James’, is one of the most ancient and popular pilgrimage routes in the world. Often referred to as the Camino de Santiago or ‘the Camino’, the St James Way takes pilgrims through many different routes across Spain, France …
Top 10 Camino Dishes The various Camino routes cross different regions (and sometimes, countries), each with its own traditions, culture and food. Food is an important part of any journey, and with this in mind, we think there are 10 Camino dishes you absolutely have to try while walking the Camino de Santiago. If you …
The Camino de Santiago is a bucket-list experience for many people, and the journey to Santiago along the Way of St. James has been popular for centuries. If you’re hoping to experience the Camino, here are 20 interesting Camino de Santiago facts you should know before you set off: 20 Camino de Santiago Facts to …
Burgos | The Camino Frances Burgos, on the Camino Frances, is situated at the edge of the central plateau and is the capital of the province of the same name, in the autonomous community of Castile and León. The city forms the principal crossway between north Spain and the Camino de Santiago, which goes through …
2023 is an exhilarating time to experience the Camino de Santiago. Whether you plan to journey by foot or by bike, one thing is clear – the Camino in 2023 is going to bring peace, authenticity and a return to what the Camino is all about. 2023 is the year when the Camino gets back …
Sarah and Jonathan Share Their Camino Adventure For quite a while now, I’ve been getting really itchy feet to head out and have another Camino adventure. Having moved to Portugal, it makes sense to try the Camino Portuguese while we are here, but where should we start? Lisbon? Oporto? Should we pre-book accommodation or leave …
3 Things to do in Lugo Along The Camino Primitivo Lugo is one of the main cities along the Camino Primitivo, the oldest Camino de Santiago route, and a must-see on your visit to Galicia. If you are walking the Camino Frances from Sarria and making your way by public transport from Santiago de Compostela …
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Vegetarian on the Camino Being a vegetarian on the Camino de Santiago can sometimes pose a bit of a challenge. Pilgrims who adopt a pescetarian diet (i.e. eat fish) will be spoilt for choice, particularly in Galicia. For those who don’t eat fish, following these tips and bringing a steady supply of snacks and a …
Why the epic Camino trail across Spain is a route to true happiness You will have heard about life-changing journeys, but if I describe a 500-mile Camino trail to Santiago de Compostela, I suspect your reaction would be: turn the page. But please don’t! I’d reached a time when I needed to re-assess, to reflect …
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Useful Galician for your Camino trip While on the Camino de Santiago, you will encounter and befriend fellow pilgrims of many nationalities and many languages, particularly as you get closer to Santiago de Compostela. You might have learnt a bit of Spanish before but did you know Galicia has its own language? It is called ‘galego’, Galician. …
5 Great Camino for cycling Did you know approximately 10% of all pilgrims reaching Santiago de Compostela are ‘Bicigrinos’, bike-pilgrims? Nearly 25,000 Bicigrinos choose to cycle the Camino routes to receive their Compostela certificate each year. Go for cycling the Camino Routes. If you are cycling the Camino de Santiago, remember you must at least …
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