The Way with Correos
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Cycling the Camino de Santiago is gaining popularity. Every year, more pilgrims are choosing to travel the Camino routes on two wheels. Completing the Camino in just a few days, covering more miles per stage than on foot, having more freedom to explore the surroundings, and experiencing a sense of freedom and dynamism along the way are just some of the reasons why a bike makes the perfect companion for the Camino.
But cycling the Camino isn’t without its worries. What to do if you get a flat tire, where to store your bike at the hostel, or how to ship it back once you reach Santiago are some of the most common concerns.
Correos has a solution for the latter: the Paq Bicicleta. With this service, you can arrange in advance to have your bike shipped from Santiago to any Correos office in Spain and enjoy your Camino worry-free.
Today we’ll explain how this service works and answer all your questions about shipping bikes on the Camino de Santiago.
Shipping Bicycles from Santiago de Compostela
Are you planning to cycle the Camino de Santiago? Forget about the logistical hassles and enjoy your Camino worry-free.
How? With Correos’ Bike Package. With this service, you can now book in advance—before starting your Camino—to have your bike shipped from Santiago to any Correos office in Spain.
When you finish your Camino, just stop by the Correos office on Rúa do Franco, less than a minute’s bike ride from the Cathedral. We’ll be waiting for you there with a box ready for shipping.
How can I book the Paq Bicicleta from Santiago? It’s very simple. Just visit our website and tell us the date and destination. On the day you arrive in Santiago, all you’ll have to do is pack your bike. It’s that easy!
What’s the process for shipping bikes from Santiago? In addition to shipping, the Paq Bicicleta service booked online includes a box measuring 170 cm long, 30 cm wide, and 90 cm high, so you’ll barely have to disassemble your bike.
Not sure how to pack your bike? It’s also very simple. Here’s an article where we explain how to disassemble your bike so you can see the entire process.
Remember that you can ship your bike along with your luggage and personal belongings so you can travel comfortably. The maximum weight is approximately 20 kilograms, and hazardous materials are not permitted.
You’ll also receive a tracking code at the time of booking so you can track your bike’s location at all times.
What if my bike is special?
If your travel companion requires special care, we can help you with that too. If you own an e-bike, you can ship it via Correos using the Paq Bicicleta service, but only within mainland Spain.
If your bike is high-end, you can also upgrade your insurance coverage to a maximum of €6,000 per bike. However, this will result in a higher shipping cost.
Can I ship my bike to the starting point of the Camino de Santiago?
Yes, Paq Bicicleta also lets you avoid worrying about transporting your bike before the Camino. However, online booking is not available.
In this case, you’ll need to visit your nearest Correos office and ask there about the packaging requirements and rates. We recommend that you ship your bike three or four business days in advance, as that is how long it will take for the bike to reach its destination.
As you’ve read, at Correos we offer you all the solutions at our disposal so you can ship your bike conveniently and safely with Paq Bicicleta. That way, you can enjoy the Camino de Santiago just the way you like it: in the company of your trusty companion.
We hope these tips will help you prepare for your Camino de Santiago by bike in the best possible way. To make your journey as a “bicigrino” easier, we’ve also included ten tips for cycling the Camino de Santiago.
And if you haven’t decided which route to take yet, here are some recommendations for the best routes for cycling the Camino de Santiago.
Remember that at Correos, we offer all kinds of services to assist pilgrims—from shipping bicycles to transporting backpacks from stage to stage—so that your experience on the Camino is as enjoyable as possible.
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