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What is the Testimonium? Via Francigena Pilgrim Certificate

6 October 2023 / By Claire

Credenziali and Testimonium, the Via Francigena’s Pilgrim Passport and Certificate The Testimonium Peregrinationis ad Limina Petri Testimonium is the name given to the certificate you can receive when you complete your pilgrimage to Rome along the Via Francigena. The Via Francigena equivalent of the Compostela was awarded to those walking the Camino de Santiago. To request …

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Great Camino Routes For The End of Summer

15 June 2023 / By Sarah

Great Camino Routes For Autumn Longing for a great Camino route for Autumn, whether it’s this year or next? Mild temperatures and quieter tracks make autumn months, particularly September and October, possibly the best time of the year for a walking adventure. September is a very busy month on the Camino de Santiago, especially the …

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The History of the Camino de Santiago

3 May 2023 / By Maria

History of the Camino de Santiago The Camino de Santiago is considered a bucket list destination for many people, whether you consider yourself a spiritual person or not. But how did the Camino de Santiago come to be so popular among modern travellers and what do we know about the history of the Camino? Thousands …

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6 Must-Sees on Le Chemin du Puy

26 April 2023 / By Maria

6 Must-Sees on Le Chemin du Puy Pilgrims across Europe have been taking to the roads to Santiago for many centuries. As pilgrims traditionally started their journey from their own homes, various Camino routes developed over time, including many coming from different parts of France, the ‘Chemins de Compostelle’. Of the Camino routes in France, the …

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3 Things to Know About Ourense | Via de la Plata

2 April 2023 / By Maria

3 Things to know about Ourense The beautiful city of Ourense is best known to Camino walkers as the starting point of the last 100km of the Via de la Plata Camino route to Santiago. Known as ‘Auria’ by the ancient Romans, Ourense is a wonderful place to begin your Camino de Santiago. In fact, …

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5 Special Places To Experience The Camino at Easter

30 March 2023 / By Maria

5 Special Places To Experience The Camino at Easter Easter, or Holy Week as it’s also known, is widely celebrated across Spain, with many cities and towns along the Camino de Santiago hosting impressive processions. There’s a huge variety of different places to experience the Camino at Easter. Whether you want to celebrate by the …

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Walk From Ireland to Santiago Along The Celtic Camino

16 March 2023 / By Sarah

Walk From Ireland to Santiago Along The Celtic Camino In olden times, Camino pilgrims would begin their journey as soon as they left their homes, which is why there are various different Camino routes crossing most of Europe. One of these routes was the Camino Ingles. The Camino Ingles is the route traditionally favoured by …

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What does the word ‘Ultreia’ mean?

19 February 2023 / By Maria

The Camino is full of interesting facts and phrases, and it’s always a delight to learn of another one. You might have heard or seen the word ‘Ultreia’ mentioned when researching, reading, or while walking the Camino de Santiago. The word “Ultreia” is derived from the Latin word “ultra,” which means “beyond” or “farther.” In …

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The Via Francigena in Tuscany: A Walk for the senses

9 February 2023 / By juanma

The Via Francigena in Tuscany: A Walk for the senses Every day of our lives, we are exposed to external stimulation. We wake up to the sound of an alarm clock, a ringtone or the song chosen by some radio DJ to tease our last minutes of sleep and see the hustle and bustle of …

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The Scallop Shell and the Camino de Santiago

30 January 2023 / By Maria

The scallop shell is one of the most iconic symbols of the Camino de Santiago. Today, it is used, along with the yellow arrow, to guide pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compostela along its many different Camino routes. Painted on trees, sidewalks, tiles, etc… the scallop shell (or ‘Vieira’ in Galician and Spanish) will help …

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O Magosto Festival – Celebrating Chestnuts and Winter

21 October 2022 / By Maria

There are many wonderful festivals taking place throughout the year on the Camino de Santiago. One of these is O Magosto, Galicia’s classic autumn festival. This festival welcomes the winter season and is dedicated to one special product: the chestnut. If you are travelling along one of the Camino routes in late October and November, …

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3 Things to do in Lugo Along The Camino Primitivo

18 August 2022 / By Maria

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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Finding the right time to book a Camino trip

When should I book my Camino trip? Camino FAQ

24 July 2022 / By inesa

If you are looking ahead to planning your next Camino adventure in twelve to eighteen months’ time, we cover the main factors you should keep in mind when you book your Camino trip. When should I book my Camino trip? If you know you would like to cycle the Camino or walk the Camino on …

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Camino Recipe: classic tortilla

16 June 2022 / By Roland

Found on every menu along the Camino de Santiago routes, Tortilla (Spanish potato omelette) is an excellent Camino recipe and one of our all-time favourites. It is also given free as a ‘Pincho’ or ‘Tapa’ in many bars across Spain. It is an absolute must-try for your trip. Everyone has a different trick or technique …

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Cycling the Camino Routes: 5 Great Ways to choose

3 March 2022 / By Maria

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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5 signs that you need to plan your next Camino trip

1 February 2022 / By Maria

The days at the desk are long, and daydreaming about the next getaway gets you through the most brutal Monday. We’ve all been there. Suppose you are sharing that feeling and, in addition, are showing the following symptoms. In that case, we can accurately diagnose you with acute Camino de Santiago withdrawal syndrome or Caminoitis. …

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Camino Tips: Dos and Don’ts on the Camino

29 November 2021 / By Maria

Dos and Don’ts on the Camino Getting ready for your Camino de Santiago trip? Know your Dos and Don’ts on the Camino. Wherever you go in the world, there will be certain cultural customs and ‘travel etiquette’ you should know about, and the Camino will be no different. There are certain conventions you will be …

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7 Spooky Camino Facts to Get You in The Spirit of Halloween

21 October 2021 / By Maria

Halloween is right around the corner so it’s no surprise that we’re getting into the spooky spirit. Whether you’re a fan of ghosts and ghouls or just a little bit superstitious, you can add some ghostly fun to your walk with these 7 spooky Camino facts! As we know, the Camino de Santiago takes walkers …

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What is a Jacobean year or Ano Xacobeo?

22 September 2021 / By Sarah

Holy Year 2022: What is a Jacobean year? You might have heard that 2021’s Jacobean Year celebrations have been extended to the end of 2022. But what exactly is a Holy Year and why is it worth visiting the Camino during one? A Jacobean Year or Ano Xacobeo is a Jubilee or Holy Year. A …

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An insider’s guide to Santander

2 April 2021 / By Aoife

With its sandy beaches enveloped by the views of the Picos de Europa mountain range, Santander, the Cantabrian capital has a lot to offer. Residents and visitors of Santander, on the Camino del Norte, are spoilt for choice when it comes to outdoor activities, with world-class surfing and sailing facilities on their doorstep and mountains just an hour away …

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What is the Testimonium? Via Francigena Pilgrim Certificate

Great Camino Routes For The End of Summer

The History of the Camino de Santiago

6 Must-Sees on Le Chemin du Puy

3 Things to Know About Ourense | Via de la Plata

5 Special Places To Experience The Camino at Easter

Walk From Ireland to Santiago Along The Celtic Camino

What does the word ‘Ultreia’ mean?

The Via Francigena in Tuscany: A Walk for the senses

The Scallop Shell and the Camino de Santiago

O Magosto Festival – Celebrating Chestnuts and Winter

3 Things to do in Lugo Along The Camino Primitivo

When should I book my Camino trip? Camino FAQ

Camino Recipe: classic tortilla

Cycling the Camino Routes: 5 Great Ways to choose

5 signs that you need to plan your next Camino trip

Camino Tips: Dos and Don’ts on the Camino

7 Spooky Camino Facts to Get You in The Spirit of Halloween

What is a Jacobean year or Ano Xacobeo?

An insider’s guide to Santander

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