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Camino de Santiago: main pilgrimage routes The Camino de Santiago is one of the most important pilgrimage routes in Europe. The discovery of the tomb of the Apostle in the 9th century marked the beginning of a Camino that leads our steps to Santiago until today. We speak of the Camino de Santiago to refer, in fact, to a network of Jacobean Routes that cross all of Europe. The choice of the Wa...

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Send Bicycle

Bicycle transportation services along the Camino de Santiago We ship your bike to your starting point and back once you have finished your Camino de Santiago. We package your bike with a sustainable and adapted packaging -150 cm long, 30cm wide and 90 cm high- so that you hardly have to disassemble it. Your bicycle will be insured. How does it work? Send you bicycle to start the...

Rucksack Transfer

At Correos we transfer rucksacks and luggage from one place of accommodation to another all along the Camino de Santiago, every day of your journey. If you decide to do the Camino without a backpack, Correos will take care of transporting your backpack or luggage every day (also on Sundays and public holidays), stage by stage, to the guest houses, hostels or hotels of your choice. How does Paq Mo...

Send luggage to Santiago

Send suitcases, parcels or luggage along the Camino de Santiago With Paq Peregrino, Correos sends luggage, suitcases or bags along the Camino de Santiago. This service allows pilgrims to send suitcases and packages to the post office in Santiago de Compostela or to any othe Correos post office along the Camino. The pilgrim who wants to take his things with him without carrying a backpack ha...

Luggage Storage

Leave your rucksack, bicycle or trekking pole on Correos' luggage storage, 2 minutes from the Obradoiro Our post office in Santiago offers a luggage storage service for rucksacks, suitcases, trekking poles or bicycles. That way you can access the Cathedral (access with rucksacks is not allowed), go collect your Compostela or visit the city without having to carry your bags around. You can a...

Correos offices

Correos offices We have over 2300 branches all over Spain, 150 of them along the Caminos to cater for all your needs. Wherever you start the Camino, we have an office for you: Barcelona, San Sebastián, Oviedo, Seville... Madrid If you land in Madrid, you can send your luggage to our branch in Santiago where it can be collected once you finish the Camino. You can send you luggage from a...

Pilgrimage Stamps

Camino de Santiago Stamps The history of philately and the Camino de Santiago have always been closely linked. From the first stamp dedicated to a Holy Year in 1937 to the present day, the Pilgrim's Way has been the protagonist of a large number of philatelic products. The Pilgrim's Way to Santiago itself has its own stamp, issued in 2016. It features the main façade of the Cathedral of Sa...

Prepaid Payment Card

Recharge it with your chosen amount and pay, withdraw money from ATMs or make online purchases safely The Correos Prepaid Card for the Camino de Santiago is the perfect solution for you if you are worried about carrying cash on you during the Camino. The card will enable you to enjoy a stress-free Camino, so you can get the most out of the experience, while carrying just the amount of money...

Services

Correos services on the Camino The Route of Santiago de Compostela is full of unforgettable moments that make each step of the Way a unique experience. We know it because postmen and women and pilgrims have shared the same roads for centuries. In CORREOS, we want you to enjoy the experience and that is why we offer you anything you may nee...

Contact

If you need detailed information about sending rucksacks and luggage along the Camino: please send us a mail at paqmochila@correos.com or call us on our mobile +34 683440022 (Monday to Sunday, from 8am to 8pm). For any information regarding our services on the Camino de Santiago you can find us at elcamino@correos.com or in any of the over 100 post offices along the Way. ¡Buen Camino!

Tips from our postmen

The postman's tips for the Camino de Santiago Here at Correos we have been travelling these caminos over 300 years to get to every town and home. We do about 700.000 km. daily (that's like touring the world 17 times!!) to get to each and every corner of Spain and we have over 2.000 post offices throughout the country. So, who better than our mailmen who are close to the Camino de Santiago and t...

General terms and conditions

By contracting the services of Sociedad Estatal Correos y Telégrafos S.A., S.M.E. (hereinafter Correos), you, as the Sender, agree that these Terms and Conditions will be applied from the moment Correos accepts the Shipment, except for specific agreements or conditions arising from the distinctive characteristics of the contracted service. Correos may use its own staff to perform the services...

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Sustainable Camino

Publicize the Sustainable Development Goals, reflect on them and carry out small actions on the Camino de Santiago that contribute to their achievement. With this triple objective, we continue with the #CaminoSostenible initiative, a Social Responsibility project of Correos that encourages pilgrims to reflect on their daily habits and change them for more sustainable ones from an environmen...

Accommodations

Where to sleep in the Camino de Santiago? Hostels, pensions, hotels, rural houses ... The Camino de Santiago offers different types of accommodation throughout the many towns that it runs through. To help pilgrims organize their Jacobean Route, we have created the first search engine for accommodation present on the main routes of the Camino de Santiago. In this section you will find all the ...

Covid-19

Security measures adopted by El Camino con Correos against coronavirus In order to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus and to maintain the safety of our clients and workers, at Correos we have implemented measures that successfully ensure the security and correctness of our services, following the guidelines set by administrations and the World Health Organization (WHO). Correos works ...

Send pilgrim staff

We send the bordon, pilgrim staff or trekking poles We send your pilgrim bordon, pilgrim staff, hiking poles or trekking sticks wherever you want. The bordon or pilgrim staff is one of the great symbols of the Camino de Santiago. In addition to being one of the key elements of the pilgrim's clothing, the emotional bond established with the bordon is undeniable. He accompanies us throughout ...

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía (The Way to Fisterra and Muxía)

From Santiago de Compostela to Fisterra. 4 sections. 90 kilometres. Alternative Route to MuxíaThis route of the Camino de Santiago does not have the Galician capital as its destination, but as its starting point towards Cape Fisterra and the Chapel of the Virxe da Barca in Muxía.

Camino Francés (The French Way)

From Saint Jean Pied de Port, France, to Santiago de Compostela 31 Sections. 773 kilometres. From Somport (Aragón) to Santiago de Compostela. 33 Sections. 937 kilometres.In Spain, the Camino Francés (The French Way) starts in Roncesvalles, you leave from Navarre, or in Somport if you depart from Aragón. This is the most well-known and tradition-steeped route to Santiago de Compostela�...

Camino del Norte (The Northern Way)

From Irún to Santiago de Compostela. 35 sections. 820 kilometres. It links the last two stages with the French Way. The Camino de Santiago del Norte is one of the historical routes used by European pilgrims to reach Compostela. This itinerary crosses the entire north of Spain, following the Cantabrian coast from France to Galicia. This circumstance made it a very popular Way before the Reconq...

Camino de Invierno (The Winter Way)

From Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela. 10 sections. 263 kilometres.The beautiful town of Ponferrada, historically linked to the Knights Templar, is the starting point for the Camino de Invierno or Winter Way that goes through the valley of the river Sil as the natural gateway to Galicia throughout the centuries. This is a beautiful route, with lots of nature and breath-taking landscapes, whi...

Camino Primitivo (The Primitive Way)

From Uviéu/Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela. 14 sections. 323 kilometres. Section 11 links to The French Way.The Camino Primitivo (The Original or Primitive Way) is the oldest of all the Caminos: this is the first historic route of which there is a written record. This was the route followed by King Alfonso II the Chaste in the 9th century to visit the tomb of Saint James, which had just bee...

Camino Sanabrés (The Sanabria Way)

From Granja de Moreruela (Zamora) to Santiago de Compostela. 14 sections. 358 kilometres. The Sanabria Way is a variant of the Jacobean Routes taken by pilgrims from the south of the Iberian Peninsula: the Vía de la Plata or Camino Mozárabe. It is in the province of Zamora where this Route begins, which runs through ancient Roman roads and is part of the itinerary used by the Galician reaper...

The Vía de La Plata

From Sevilla to Astorga. 38 sections. 963 km.The Vía de la Plata offers two options to get to Santiago de Compostela:- In Astorga, link the last 11 stages with the French Way.- From Granja de Moreruela, the pilgrim can deviate along the Camino Sanabrés (13 stages)The Vía de la Plata, also known as Southern Way, is the Jacobean itinerary that crosses the Iberian Peninsula from south to north.

Camino Portugués (The Portuguese Way)

The Portuguese Way is the second most popular Jacobean Route among pilgrims, only behind the French Way.Where does the Portuguese Way begin? Its starting point is Lisbon, although today its main starting places are Porto and Tui, already in Galicia.How many kilometers is the Portuguese way? From Lisbon to Santiago it is about 600km, crossing the Portuguese country from south to north, starting i...

Camino Inglés (The English Way)

From Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela. 5 sections. 122 kilometres.From A Coruña to Santiago de Compostela. 3 stages. 72 kilometers.The English Way, also called the Irish Way, is the first historical maritime itinerary to Santiago de Compostela.The ports of Ferrol and A Coruña, current starting points of the English Way, received from the 12th to the early 15th century a growing number of Europ...

Vía de la Plata (The Mozárabe-Via de la Plata Way)

The Mozarabic Way is one of the historical routes to Santiago de Compostela used since the Middle Ages by pilgrims from different parts of Andalusia. With the discovery of the Apostle's tomb, different cities in the Muslim territory of al-Andalus served as a starting point for those citizens who preserved their Christian faith. They were known as Mozarabs, who left cities such as Almería, Granada...

Camino Lebaniego

The Camino Lebaniego is a pilgrimage route that runs entirely through the lands of Cantabria. Instead of the Cathedral of Santiago, the final destination is the church of Santo Toribio de Liébana, where pilgrims go to venerate one of the most important relics in Christianity: the largest known piece of the Cross of Christ.

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía - Santiago de Compostela - Negreira

Departure from Santiago de Compostela starts, as could be expected, at the Praza do Obradoiro. Between the Hostal dos Reis Católicos and the Pazo de Raxoi you will find the rúa das Hortas. This street leads to the neighbourhood of San Lourenzo, of low houses and a “carballeira” (oak tree grove). Once you cross the river Sarela, lush greenery wins over stone.The route goes through the village...

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía - Negreira - Olveiroa

This is a long section, but there are hostels in between, so you can choose to end the walk there if you need to.You leave Negreira by crossing the river Barcala and walking 4 kilometres until the Camiño Real. You have two thousand steep metres ahead of you leading to the villages of Portocamiño and Cornovo. The route continues along a typical Coruña landscape: small villages, pine, eucalyptus ...

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía - Olveiroa - Cee

The typical inland landscape sometimes makes us forget that the sea is about to appear behind the mountains. You leave Olveiroa towards the dam of Castrelo and you continue climbing until you reach the spectacular views of the area with the river Xallas in the background.5 kilometres away from the starting point, the village of Hospital is a good place to buy some provisions for the road, as there...

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía - Cee - Fisterra

From Cee there are two different routes to Corcubión. The first one is the historic Camino through the town along inland roads, the other one goes by the sea and is much nicer.The climb from Corcubión towards Vilar is a short but demanding stretch. You carry on through Estorde towards Sardiñeiro, until the beach of Langosteira. The Camino goes back inland, but you can ignore it and walk along ...

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía - Olveiroa - Muxía

The walk starts in Olveiroa towards the dam of Castrelo and climbing until you see the river Xallas in the background. After 5 kilometres, Hospital is found shortly before the Fisterra / Muxía fork. You have to go straight ahead, walking past the wind turbines. The path continues through Santa Baia and the sports facilities of O Conco, a place suited for some rest. With some ten kilometres behi...

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía - Fisterra - Muxía

1. Fisterra – Lires (14 km)You leave Fisterra towards Praia de Langosteira, a place already familiar to pilgrims. By the hotel Arenal, you will find the Camino sign pointing towards the village of Duio, with its Baroque church. When you reach Hermedesuxo de Abaixo, you will find the traditional route towards the right, but if you go straight ahead along the tar road you will reach the Praia do R...

Camino Francés - Saint Jean Pied de Port -Orreaga/ Roncesvalles

A steadily increasing number of pilgrims are choosing the town of Saint Jean Pied de Port to begin the French Route or Camino Francés. The first twenty kilometres are steep, with some sharp sections; therefore a slow pace is recommended.The section begins with the medieval bridge over the Nive River, which crosses this ancient town, surrounded by its beautiful, historic wall. Following the sign f...

Camino Francés - Orreaga/Roncesvalles - Zubiri

After a day in the mountains, this stage covers fields, forests and villages interspersed with long flat stretches. The Camino leaves Roncesvalles towards the N-135 and takes a detour through the forest of Sorginaritzaga. Back onto the N-135, the path goes into Auritz/Burguete, where several river channels meet to flow in the Urrobi River. The valley of Erro welcomes pilgrims to the town of Aurizb...

Camino Francés - Zubiri - Pamplona/Iruña

The Camino leaves Zubiri across the bridge of Rabia and over the next 6 kilometres crosses the villages of Ilarratz, Eskirotz and Larrasoaña, surrounding the latter and going into it through the bridge of Los Bandidos over the river Arga.The path ascends to Akerreta with its medieval church, the Transfiguración, and descends again towards the river Arga and the bridge of Zuriain, which marks hal...

Camino Francés - Pamplona/Iruña - Puente la Reina/Gares

You can take a parting look at some of Pamplona’s most relevant sights such as the plaza Consistorial, the Vuelta del Castillo or the facilities of the University of Navarre, while you exit the city. Crossing the bridge of Acella over the river Sadar, you reach Cizur Menor, having covered 5 kilometres. This residential area opens into cereal fields rising up towards the village of Zariquiegui, w...

Camino Francés - Puente la Reina/Gares - Estella/Lizarra

The day begins leaving Puente de la Reina through Zubiurrutia, a stretch of 5 kilometres first following the river Arga and then descending to Mañeru, the town giving its name to this county of fabulous landscapes and amazing wines.The next remarkable spot on the route is Cirauqui, a medieval town still preserving its old wall and a section of a Roman calzada (road). The river Iguste flows throug...

Camino Francés - Estella/Lizarra - Los Arcos

This is a long but rather mild section. From Estella to Ayegui the first 2 kilometres of the day take you to the complementary wine tap and the Monastery of Iratxe, which dates back to the 11th century and is currently uninhabited. There are two options to get from here to Los Arcos: going straight through the slopes of Montejurra and Luquin, or the traditional route crossing Ázqueta and Villamay...

Camino Francés - Los Arcos - Logroño

The beginning of the stage in Los Arcos goes through the Portal de Castilla to cross the highway and the Río Odón. The Camino through the tracks of the land of low difficulty, crossing the Regata de San Pedro before reaching Sansol, and continue to Torres del Río.From Torres del Río, the Camino is marked by a steep climb for the first three kilometres with some really hard stretches. Once you...

Camino Francés - Logroño - Nájera

This is a long section, but without steep inclines. The fork leading to Logroño heads for 3 and a half kilometres towards the park of la Grajera, a green recreational area by the old dam of La Grajera. After 8 kilometres, walkers have to ascend and then descend towards Navarrete, famous for its traditional pottery and the ruins of the pilgrim hospital of San Juan de Acre.The route continues towar...

Camino Francés - Nájera - Santo Domingo de la Calzada

This is a gentle stretch, with almost no steep sections. The day starts in Nájera, passing over the creek of Pozuelos and heading on to the village of Azofra, located almost 6 kilometres from the starting point, and the the Camino passes through its high street (Calle Mayor), which evidences its Camino tradition. Already in the 12th century a hospital and a cemetery for pilgrims were founded here...

Camino Francés - Santo Domingo de la Calzada - Belorado

This is the transition between La Rioja and Castilla and León. The landscape is mild, but one should pay attention to some sections that overlap with regular roads. Already upon leaving Santo Domingo de la Calzada there is a section running parallel to a national road towards Grañón, the last village in La Rioja on this Route, located almost 7 kilometres away from the departure point.Cereal fie...

Camino Francés - Belorado - San Juan de Ortega

Once again pilgrims have to pay close attention to sections overlapping regular roads. This is a long section with some steep stretches, so try to take it easy. After leaving Belorado, the path leads to the small village of Tosantos, after 5 easy kilometres. Very close by is Villambistia, with the parish church of San Esteban and its fountain with several pipes and the remains of the derelict Hosp...

Camino Francés - San Juan de Ortega – Burgos

It leaves behind San Juan de Ortega and its emblematic monastery, which was declared in 1931: Asset of Cultural Interest, to continue the Camino on an almost straight route that crosses, before reaching Agés, a pine forest that will give a rest to pilgrims to stand the heat.Agés is left behind following a path to Atapuerca, home to one of the most important prehistoric sites in Europe, designate...

Camino Francés - Burgos - Hontanas

This day is spent crossing a typical postcard picture of the Castilian high tablelands: large cereal fields surround the Camino, which is now a shadeless path with no relieffrom the high summer temperatures. Hydration, protection from the sun and cutting the day short if it is too hot are advisable precautions.After leaving Burgos through the gate of San Martín you will cross the Arlanzón River ...

Camino Francés - Hontanas - Boadilla del Camino

The absence of trees during this stretch makes pilgrims more vulnerable to weather conditions, something they should take into account. We depart from Hontanas towards the ruins of the hospital of San Antón, founded in the 12th century. The Antonianos were a monastic order tending to ailing or injured pilgrims. Today it is a public hostel with 12 beds.The arches tell us that 5 kilometres are behi...

Camino Francés - Boadilla del Camino - Carrión de los Condes

This day should run effortlessly across the flatland and through small Castilian villages. The first stop pilgrims find after leaving Boadilla del Camino is the Canal de Castilla, an old waterway in which cereal was once transported in barges towards the Bay of Biscay and and is used today for irrigation. Following the Canal you reach Frómista, almost 6 kilometres into today’s walk, with its Ro...

Camino Francés - Carrión de los Condes - Terradillos de los Templarios

It is advisable to take some supplies for the day as the distance between Carrión de los Condes and the next village, Calzadilla de Cueza, is 17 kilometres of plain Castilian fields. From Carrión de los Condes, you take the Villotilla road and 5 kilometres later you reach the Via Aquitana, a Roman road linking Astorga and Burgos with its original track intact.Calzadilla de Cueza offers all the ...

Camino Francés - Terradillos de los Templarios - El Burgo Ranero

This is a long section but quite even, therefore most pilgrims find no problems completing it. After leaving Terradillos, the Camino follows some paths going into cereal fields towards Moratinos and San Nicolás del Real Camino, located 6 kilometres away from the beginning. It is the last village in Palencia. Some 7 kilometres later, Sahagún welcomes pilgrims to the province of León with the ch...

Camino Francés - El Burgo Ranero - León

Many pilgrims divide this section into two parts, as it is quite long, and spend the night at Mansilla de las Mulas, the “Manxilla” mentioned in the Codex Calixtinus. The path leaves El Burgo Ranero towards the lake of Manzana and the creeks of Valle de la Granja and Valdasneros. Wide Castilian fields will surround you all the way.At the 8th kilometre you will find a detour towards Villamarco,...

Camino Francés - León - San Martín del Camino

Once you leave León, the Camino crosses the river Bernesga via the bridge of San Marcos towards Trobajo del Camino, 4 kilometres away. The following 3 kilometres run through an industrial area close to the N-120 towards Virgen del Camino where you can take a break and visit the chapel of the same name, with 6m tall statues of the Apostles on the façade. There is the possibility of taking a deto...

Camino Francés - San Martín del Camino - Astorga

This day starts with a 7km trek to the town of Hospital de Órbigo through some 7 kilometres of flatland, with agricultural fields and waterways, still close to the N-120 motorway.Over the river Órbigo you will find the bridge of El Paso Honroso, a place once appointed for knightly duels. You have two options here: the historic route, going straight and parallel to the N-120; or the alternative r...

Camino Francés - Astorga - Foncebadón

From Astorga, the Camino crosses the river Jerga towards Murias de Rechivaldo and Santa Catalina de Somoza, two maragato villages located 5 and 9 kilometres respectively from the starting point. This county is known as the “maragatería”, an area inhabited by muleteers and traders who, amongst other theories, purportedly got their name from their job of transporting products from Galicia (mar,...

Camino Francés - Foncebadón - Ponferrada

The route leaves Foncebadón and follows closely along the LE-142 motorway until the famous Cruz de Fierro or Cruz de Hierro, which indicates the 1,500m elevation at this point of the Camino, the highest on the Spanish side of the French Way. This is also the place where the chapel devoted to Santiago Apóstol can be found.Follow the path along the provincial road towards Manjarín, where the h...

Camino Francés - Ponferrada - Villafranca del Bierzo

Ponferrada is left behind via a detour of almost 4 kilometres heading towards Compostilla, which features the church of San Esteban, and onto the village of Columbrianos. There are housing clusters until Fuentes Nuevas. where pilgrims can find all the necessary services to continue their journey.The next village,10 kilometres on from the day’s starting point, is Camponarayara. Here the typical l...

Camino Francés - Villafranca del Bierzo - O Cebreiro

This is the last stage in Castilla and León, with a first phase along the river Valcarce and then under several viaducts towards Pereje, a town located 5 kilometres away from the departure point. Walk another 2 kilometres, and there is a rest area in Trabadelo, just before the village of the same name, where you can get supplies.The Camino continues towards La Portela de Valcarce, with almost 14 ...

Camino Francés - O Cebreiro - Triacastela

From O Cebreiro, the French Way ploughs into Galicia from a height of 1,300 metres, with some 150 kilometres to go until the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. You will veer towards Liñares, descending 3 kilometres to ascend afterwards through the Ancares Mountains. The constant ups and downs call for a relaxed pace with which to enjoy the scenery as you walk.On the hilltop of San Roque, at 1,2...

Camino Francés - Triacastela - Sarria

Pilgrims have two options today, signposted at the trail’s departure from Triacastela. The shorter one proceeds from the detour to the right, crosses the valley of San Xil, and passes through traditional villages such as A Balsa, Montán, Calvor and San Mamede do Camiño. There some steep stretches during this walk.The other alternative on the leftward fork is a bit longer. It heads towards Sa...

Camino Francés - Sarria - Portomarín

The town of Sarria, in the province of Lugo, is for many the starting point of the French Way or Camino Francés, as this town marks the 100 kilometres needed to attain the Compostela certificate. To exit you have to cross the bridge of A Áspera and walk parallel to the railway tracks for 1 kilometre towards Barbadelo, up the most difficult hill of the day.With over 4 kilometres now behind, the r...

Camino Francés - Portomarín - Palas de Rei

From Portomarín you cross the dam and start a moderate climb up the Monte Santo Antonio towards Gonzar, located 8 kilometres away from the starting point. There is a church here (Santa María) and a public pilgrim’s hostel. The next village is Castromaior, where there is a Romanesque church and the remains of a pre-roman settlement (castro). After climbing to the village of Hospital you reach ...

Camino Francés - Palas de Rei - Arzúa

This is a long section and includes many ups and downs. Accordingly, some might prefer to divide it in two and spend the night in Melide or in one of the local hostels in the villages in-between. The route leaves Palas de Rei through Campo dos Romeiros and proceeds towards the villages of Carballal and San Xulián.It then continues with some uphill walking until the province of Lugo is left behind...

Camino Francés - Arzúa - Pedrouzo

This section leads pilgrims mostly along earthen paths with some forays onto secondary roads, on a course with light ups and downs. The Camino leaves Arzúa and heads for 6 kilometres towards the municipality of O Pino, in a mixture of villages and pine trees and eucalyptus groves. The path is clearly signposted and abounds in restaurants and services for pilgrims. The small villages of Calle and...

Camino Francés - Pedrouzo - Santiago de Compostela

Almost there! The last phase of the Camino Francés begins in Pedrouzo (O Pino) and heads towards Santo Antón, on a hilly ascent to A Lavacolla. This point, 9.5 kilometres from the beginning of the day’s journey, means accessing Santiago de Compostela, and so from there you head towards the Monte do Gozo, which was remodelled during the Xacobeo 93 as a spacious area for pilgrims. Those who spen...

Camino del Norte - Irún - Donostia/San Sebastián

The first section of the Northern Way starts in Gipuzkoa, on the French border, at the international bridge of Santiago crossing the River Bidasoa and linking Basque towns of Irún and Hendaya. After you go past the church of Nuestra Señora del Juncal, you need to continue to the Town Hall and then follow the Calle Mayor, where there is a detour signposted for the Northern Road.After the Paseo de...

Camino del Norte - Donostia/San Sebastián - Zarautz

The renowned Paseo de la Concha is the starting point for this section before you climb Monte Igueldo. There are some spectacular views over the Bay of Biscay along this path, connecting several times with the road to Orio, where the Romanesque church of San Martín de Tours is located. Orio is at the mouth of the River Oria and you can see the church of San Nicolás de Bari and the Information Ce...

Camino del Norte - Zarautz - Deba

You can choose between leaving Zarautz through the traditional, interior route or reach Getaria by the seaside, a very nice walk. If you choose the official route, just follow the signs, you will go up to Santa María la Real, past the chapel of Santa Bárbara and on top of the mountain you must not take the short-cut, otherwise, you will miss Getaria. This is a fishing village where you can fin...

Camino del Norte - Deba -Markina/Xemein

The bridge crossing the ria is the departure point from Deba, with an initial climb leading to a forest up to the shrine of El Calvario, on top of Mount Galbaixogain. Following the road, first unpaved and later paved you will reach the Caserío de Olatz.In Olatz, you have to continue climbing for 2 and a half kilometres until the hillock of Arno. There, the walk becomes lighter as you follow along...

Camino del Norte - Markina/Xemein - Gernika/Lumo

If you take the BI-633 for over a kilometre, you will find a detour to your right until the bridge over the River Artibai. You have to follow it towards Iruzubieta and then cross the river again. The path continues through the forest into the valley, before you reach Bolibar.This is the birthplace of the family of the military and political leader Simón Bolivar, who played an instrumental role in...

Camino del Norte - Gernika/Lumo - Lezama

You have to go past the shrine of Santa Lucía after you leave Gernika, and climb a forest towards Mount Arteagagana to then descend towards Alto de Morga. This is a brief respite as the church of San Esteban marks another climb, this time to the Alto de Aretxabalgana.After a few kilometres going down, you reach Goikolexea, with its Gothic church of San Emeterio and San Celedonio. The Camino does ...

Camino del Norte - Lezama - Bilbao

After Lezama, the first village on the Camino is Zamudio. You will get there through the national road N-637, where you will walk past the church of San Martín and the 15th–century Torre Malpica. Once you reach the church, the path continues to your left on a detour going through an industrial park and then climbing Mount Avril.From its Southern slope, you start descending towards Bilbao, with ...

Camino del Norte - Bilbao - Portugalete

The difference in distance is due to the fact that there are two options, a traditional one and a modern one that has become more popular. The historic route is marked by ups and downs and it is longer and more diverse. You leave Bilbao through the area of Castrexana past Cruces, Barakaldo and Sestao until you reach Portugalete. The path goes through slopes, forests and urban landscapes. The alt...

Camino del Norte - Portugalete - Castro Urdiales

Following the Avenida Carlos VII, you leave Portugalete through the road to Ortuella, the first 10 kilometres are known as “Bidegorri”, which means the red path, and where cyclists have the right of way. It has rest areas. After leaving Nocedo and Gallarta behind, the path ends at La Arena, the beach of Zierbena.You have to cross the footbridge over the River Barbadún and leave Pobeña to wal...

Camino del Norte - Castro Urdiales - Laredo

From the plaza de Toros (bullring) you go up to Campijo and under the A-8 through a forest path towards the village of Alledelagua, in order to walk parallel to the autovía until Cerdigo. Once you have walked past the village cemetery, another beautiful forest trail starts heading towards the cliffs.You reach Islares and the beach of Arenillas to continue along the main road for over 2 kilometres...

Camino del Norte - Laredo - Güemes

The day starts with almost 4 kilometres along Laredo’s esplanade, towards the marshlands of Santonja and Noja. From the sandbar of El Puntal, you take the boat to Santoña*, a fishing village famous for its anchovies. This village is on a bay and you can visit its Romanesque church of Santa María del Puerto.It is time now to head towards the beach of Berria, walking parallel to the wall of the ...

Camino del Norte - Güemes - Santander

Following the C-443 until it reaches the C-141 will take you to Galizano, where you have to choose how you want to get to Somo, the next landmark on this section:The official Northern Way goes around Galizano again onto the C-141 and it continues towards the church of Nuestra Señora de Latas, some 4 kilometres away from the starting point. You have to cross a residential area to reach the centre ...

Camino del Norte - Santander - Santillana del Mar

Departing from the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in Santander towards the roundabout of Cuatro Caminos, you then have to walk straight ahead to leave the city through a road that will take you to Peñacastillo after 2 kilometres. Following the railway line and crossing several underpasses, you will get to Santa Cruz de Bezana, and after that to Boo de Piélagos.There is a diversion to the left following ...

Camino del Norte - Santillana del Mar - Comillas

This section starts just by the Correos office in Calle de Los Hornos, crosses the road and goes down to the villages of El Arroyo and Oreña, with the church of San Pedro on a hillock. You go further down towards Caborredondo and from there to Cigüenza, where you can see the Baroque church of San Martín de Tours.The path continues to Cóbreces, where all sorts of services are available. You exi...

Camino del Norte - Comillas - Colombres

From Marqués de Comillas street you carry on to the regional road 131 to cross the ria of La Rabia. After the chapel of Santa María de El Tejo, the nature park of Oyambre offers us amazing views over the Picos de Europa and the ria itself. It has over 6,000 hectares of dunes, forests and lots of flora and fauna, all the way to the ria of San Vicente.Precisely, 80% of the municipality of San Vice...

Camino del Norte - Colombres - Llanes

Just by the Correos office of Colombres, by the town hall, you need to take the Calle Pío Noriega and exit the village along the gravel road leading to the N-634. This stretch continues until La Franca and crosses the Cabra stream over a stone bridge. Back on the road, you reach Buelna and Pendueles, where you can choose to follow the coastal road, signposted by red and white stripes, or go stra...

Camino del Norte - Llanes - Ribeseya/Ribadesella

The AS-263 leaves Llanes towards Po and the beach of Celorio/Celoriu, going past the monastery of San Salvador. The Camino continues past the esplanade until Barru and the church of Los Dolores, going around the ria. You must climb up to Niembru and then descend towards the beach of San Antolín to continue until Naves.After you get some provisions, the walk continues through the forest and leads ...

Camino del Norte - Ribeseya/Ribadesella - Sebrayu/Sebrayo

Leaving Ribeseya/Ribadesella across the river and towards the Playa de Santa Marina and the village of San Pedru you will get to the crossroads leading to the hostel of San Esteban. You continue straight ahead, up the valley and then down to A Vega. From the beach, you continue walking past Berbes and approaching L´Arenal de Morís. The Camino runs parallel to the coast, crossing the Romeros str...

Camino del Norte - Sebrayu/Sebrayo -Xixón/Gijón

You leave Sebrayu/Sebrayo through the main road used to get there, and then by going under the autovía A-8 and continuing at its side. The Camino merges into the N-632 and reaches the town of Villaviciosa, where there is a place to take some rest at El Fresnu, before arriving at Villaviciosa proper, with tables, benches and food and drink vending machines. In Villaviciosa, you may visit the manor...

Camino del Norte - Xixón/Gijón - Avilés

This section links the two most important coastal cities in Asturias. You leave Xixón/Gijón through the esplanade towards the Plaza Padre Máximo. If you follow the signs, you will leave an industrial park behind, through a path that runs parallel to the road. The village of Veriña marks the beginning of the climb towards Monte Areo, moving from a rural landscape into an industrial one. You ha...

Camino del Norte - Avilés - Muros

You leave Avilés through the Parque del Muelle, towards Avenida de Alemania, this is the first effort of the day as it requires climbing. From the top, you have to come down through a gravel road to the tourist spot of Salinas, which has one of the longest beaches in Asturias. From there you continue to Santiagu´l Monte, past the village of La Cruz.Forests and villages accompany you until you ge...

Camino del Norte - Muros-Soutu de Luiña/ Soto de Luiña

The Camino follows the same direction as the previous section, crossing railway tracks and going into forest footpaths until you reach the village of El Pitu, in the municipality of Cuideiru/Cudillero. By the road, you will see the Palacio de Selgas, built by indianos, where there are guided tours to see paintings by Goya and El Greco.Towards Cuideiru/Cudillero, you will reach the railway station ...

Camino del Norte - Soutu de Luiña/Soto de Luiña - Cadavéu/Cadavedo

If you follow the N-632 with some short detours, you will come to a signpost indicating Camino del Norte to the left and straight ahead towards Val.louta/Ballota. We recommend that you go straight ahead, as the historic route has some difficult and even dangerous stretches, with parts that may be missing or inaccessible if the weather is rough.If you go straight ahead, you will reach Nuviana/Novel...

Camino del Norte - Cadavéu/Cadavedo - L.luarca/Luarca

To begin this section, you leave Cadavéu/Cadavedo through a footpath that goes through the villages of Vil.lamouros/Vilamoros, Quintana and San Cristuébanu/San Cristobal, to eventually reach the main road. The path goes up to the church of San Miguel de Caneiru/Canero, then through oak and chestnut groves, until you cross the River Esva.When you reach Hostal Canero, pilgrims on bicycles must con...

Camino del Norte - L.luarca/Luarca - A Caridá/La Caridad

From the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in L.luarca/Luarca, you need to go into the area of El Chano towards the ruins of the 10th-century church of Santiago. The first village on the Camino is Outur/Otur, and from there you will be walking on a path that is quite dull at the beginning but becomes interesting when descending towards El Vau/Bao. Once you reach Vil.lapedre/Villapedre, you go past the church...

Camino del Norte - A Caridá/La Caridad - Ribadeo

You leave A Caridá/La Caridad from Avenida de Asturias up to El Franco, past the chapel of San Pelayo and the church of Valdepares. A footpath takes you down to the River Porcia, and you have to cross it to reach the municipality of Tapia, where there is a surfing competition during Easter week.If you wish to spend the night at Tapia de Casariego, you must follow the sign at the fork and walk for...

Camino del Norte - Ribadeo - Lourenzá

After leaving Ribadeo from the Calle San Lázaro, you will reach a football pitch on the main road. You have to go towards the cemetery to go up to the neighbourhood of Pastoriza de Obe. From there you will already see the road signs to Vilela. In Vilar, you have to take a forest track, but if it is raining you should avoid it and get to A Ponte de Arante along the LU-133.The Camino goes through a...

Camino del Norte - Lourenzá - Gontán

This section begins in Lourenzá, going up with some respite here and there towards the area of Arroxo, where you will find the N-634, which will take you to Carballal. After that, you have to take a detour to the chapel of Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Down in the valley, you will see the town of Mondoñedo, with its wonderful architecture, one of the 7 capitals of the ancient Kingdom of Galicia...

Camino del Norte - Gontán - Vilalba

This section starts again on the N-634 towards Abadín. Footpaths and tar roads alternate through Ponterroxal, O Rei and Candia until you cross the River Arnela, towards the village of Martiñán, where there is a nice bridge on the Camino and where you would have completed half of the day’s walk.You continue until Goiriz and then on gravel roads, partly overlapping the main road until you reach...

Camino del Norte - Vilalba - Baamonde

Looking for the Torre dos Andrade, you can find the Northern Way going down the street Concepción Arenal until you leave Vilalba to cross the River Magdalena by a restored mill. The medieval bridge of Ponte Rodríguez crosses the River Trimaz and the Camino goes past Seara, Gabín and As Turbelas until you reach San Xoán de Alba.The landscape is similar to that of previous sections, with tar roa...

Camino del Norte - Baamonde - Miraz

As you leave Baamonde through the roundabout at the town centre, towards the old main road to A Coruña, you have to follow that road for 3 kilometres, parallel to the River Parga and the railroad. You have to cross the Puente de San Alberte and reach the chapel of the same name, where you will find a fountain.You continue walking through a forest of “carballos” (oak trees), the typical Galici...

Camino del Norte - Miraz - Sobrado

The Camino goes from Miraz along the road to Seixón for almost one kilometre until it takes a detour on a footpath climbing towards the Alto da Mámoa. From here you should go back down to the road 2119, crossing several villages until you reach A Marcela, where you can have something to eat.You continue along this interior rural landscape of footpaths until you reach the LU934 linking Ferrol wit...

Camino del Norte - Sobrado -Arzúa

This is the last stage of the Northern Way, which reachesArzúa to join the French Way. You leave Sobrado dos Monxes towards Boimorto through the AC-934, past the Correos office and following a tar road until Vilarchao. Other interesting places on this route are Froxa and Madelos, then you go into the woods, though you will be on and off the main road for the whole stretch. Once you reach Boimil,...

The Vía de La Plata - Sevilla - Guillena

The Vía de la Plata or Southern Way starts in Seville. Before you leave for the Camino, you ought to take a stroll around the most interesting tourist attractions in the city: its Gothic Cathedral of Santa María, the beautiful tower of La Giralda, and the Alcázar, a set of palaces in different artistic styles with one of the most remarkable gardens in Spain. A visit to the Torre del Oro and the...

The Vía de La Plata - Guillena - Castilblanco de los Arroyos

You leave Guillena through the River Rivera de Huelva and walking on a gravel road until you reach an industrial park where you can access different types of services, and you continue until the meadow of Cortijo del Chaparral, 7 kilometres away from the starting point. You continue on gravel roads close to the main road that leads to Castilblanco de los Arroyos. The housing development of La Col...

The Vía de La Plata - Castilblanco de los Arroyos - Almadén de la Plata

This section starts at the Avenida de Antonio Machado, towards the road SE-5405. The Camino runs along this road for 15 kilometres, so you have to walk on the side with caution, although the road is not very busy. You will have to climb a bit, especially at the end.Once you find the Finca El Berrocal, you leave the road and cross the dehesa- grazing land- with great views over the natural park of ...

The Vía de La Plata - Almadén de la Plata - Monesterio

You leave Almadén de la Plata from the bullring, around the Cerro de los Covachos and past the Casa de la Postura. You have to cross a stone bridge paying close attention to the signage. There is a detour sign you have to follow to go back to the gravel road across the grazing lands, in a nice stretch with some ups and downs.The road connects to the Camino Viejo de Almadén de la Plata, leading t...

The Vía de La Plata - Monesterio - Fuente de los Cantos

You must follow the Avenida de Extremadura and take the detour of the Vía de la Plata past the football pitch, thus beginning a 5-kilometre walk across the dehesa. You cross a stream called Bodión Chico to get to the road of Calera de León, and continue along grazing and cereal fields.This section will take you through deserted landscapes of tranquillity and ease.The village of Fuente de Cantos...

The Vía de La Plata - Fuente de los Cantos - Zafra

Opposite the town hall of Fuente de Cantos, you have to take a right to exit the village and cross the road to Medina de las Torres. There you access a gravel road that used to be a Roman road, and you have to walk 5 kilometres to the next village, Calzadilla de los Barros. If you want, you can take a small detour and visit the church of San Salvador, with its beautiful altarpiece.Once you leave t...

The Vía de La Plata - Zafra - Villafranca de los Barros

The Vía de la Plata departs from Zafra in a steep slope towards the tower of San Francisco and continues ascending for 3 kilometres towards the Alto de San Cristóbal, to then descend to Los Santos de Maimona. Here you can see the church of Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles, with its Plateresque façade, the Puerta del Perdón, and a beautiful high altar. If you go around the church and past the P...

The Vía de La Plata - Villafranca de los Barros - Torremejía

You have to depart from Plaza de España and leave the town hall to your right towards Calle del Calvario and the church of La Coronada, to exit Villafranca de los Barros through the street of San Ignacio.This section goes back to gravel roads on the way to El Chaparral to then cross the stream of Bonhaval and access a long straight road. There are some diversions to Almendralejo that you can take...

The Vía de La Plata - Torremejía - Mérida

This stage takes you towards the capital of Extremadura from Torremejía. You have to leave through a gravel road parallel to the main road or on the main road N-630 itself, a quiet road in any case. Seven kilometres after starting, the Camino moves away from the road to access the vera of the Guadiana, through agricultural fields.You will access Mérida through the area of Bellavista and you will...

The Vía de La Plata - Mérida - Alcuéscar

You exit Mérida close to the Roman aqueduct of Los Milagros until you reach the road to Proserpina. This dam was built by Emperor Augustus to supply water to Mérida through the above-mentioned aqueduct. This is a remarkable site and a real landmark for the period, almost half a kilometre long.You have to take the path around the pond and continue for some 3 kilometres to a discreet detour; pleas...

The Vía de La Plata - Alcuéscar - Cáceres

Olive and holm oak groves will take you for more than 7 kilometres from Alcuéscar to the bridge over the River Ayuela. On the other side of the river, you will find the village of Casas de Don Antonio. If you wish to visit it, you will have to leave the Camino and get to Plaza de España where you will see the Cruz de la Horca and the church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción.Back on the Vía d...

The Vía de La Plata - Cáceres - Embalse de Alcántara

The Plaza Mayor in Cáceres is the starting point for the Vía de la Plata, which leaves the city going around the bullring following a pedestrian walkway. The first goal in this section is Casar de Cáceres, located 11 kilometres away from the starting point.You cannot leave this village without trying its famous Torta del Casar, a creamy sheep's cheese that is one of the most highly valued kinds...

The Vía de La Plata - Embalse de Alcántara - Grimaldo

You have to go back to the main road and from there access a gravel road going up El Cerro Garrote, from where you have a nice view of the Embalse de Alcántara. The Camino continues towards Sierra del Arco, over the bridge of San Benito, until it reaches Cañaveral with its arcaded houses. Back onto the N-630, you go past the church of San Cristóbal and the Fuente de la República. After some u...

The Vía de La Plata - Grimaldo - Carcaboso

Going back to the path flanked by cork oaks you can walk 7 kilometres under their pleasant shade, until you see the detour to Riolobos. The signs for the Camino point towards this village, where you can access any services, and it will divert you for 1 kilometre from the beautiful path, marked with white arrows.You have two options to get to Galisteo, encircled by a handsome wall made of cobblesto...

The Vía de La Plata - Carcaboso - Aldeanueva del Camino

If you leave from the Plaza de España, you will exit Carcaboso through a gravel road. You need to ignore the Junta de Extremadura signs or else you will end up walking 1 extra kilometre.The Camino once again offers you this beautiful Extremadura landscape of cork oaks, until you reach Finca Dehesa Venta Quemada, where you have to take the detour towards Oliva de Plasencia. Those who wish to conti...

The Vía de La Plata - Aldeanueva del Camino - La Calzada de Béjar

Retracing your steps, you have to cross again Garganta Buitrera and walk past the church of San Servando onto the N-630. You have to go around the A-66 and walk on the main road past the camping of Las Cañadas until the Camino takes you to Baños de Montemayor.This beautiful village gets its name from the old Roman baths that you can still see today in the Museum of the Antiguo Balneario. If you ...

The Vía de La Plata - La Calzada de Béjar - Fuenterroble de Salvatierra

If you leave the church of Calzada de Béjar to your left, you exit the town towards Valverde de la Casa, 8 and a half kilometres mostly on gravel roads and the occasional tar road. You can see some Roman milestones on the Camino.After Valverde, you go up towards Valdelacasa, located more or less 4 kilometres away, where many services are available. You leave Valdelacasa on a local road and after ...

The Vía de La Plata - Fuenterroble de Salvatierra - San Pedro de Rozados

You have almost 30 kilometres ahead of you, without any important villages, services or fountains, so you really need to stock up beforehand to complete it. In turn, you will walk in a fantastic natural environment with amazing views.You leave Fuenterroble de Salvatierra on the DSA-230 on a gravel road that eventually becomes a broad drover's road, which used to be a true Roman road with milestone...

The Vía de La Plata - San Pedro de Rozados - Salamanca

You leave San Pedro de Rozados through the Avenida de los Comuneros, and you get back onto the Camino at Morille, 4 kilometres away, where you can see the church of El Salvador. This section is similar to the previous one: nature and solitude along the broad grazing land with some interspersed woodlands.You have to walk 10 kilometres to find services in Miranda de Arzán, a village outside the Cam...

The Vía de La Plata - Salamanca - El Cubo del Vino

This is a long section so you may want to divide it into two. You have to really think about this in the summer, as there are long stretches with no services, as you will see next.You leave beautiful Salamanca from the plaza Mayor along the Calle Zamora and past the church of San Marcos, then you have to go straight ahead. When you get to the roundabout with the statue of a bull, you take the Aven...

The Vía de La Plata - El Cubo del Vino - Zamora

After a well-earned rest, you start another long section, but this is mostly on flat land and nice gravel roads. You leave El Cubo del Vino on the same path you came by the previous day, to continue along the abandoned tracks of the old Salamanca-Zamora railway line.After a long straight stretch and 13 kilometres away from the starting point, you reach Villanueva de Campeán, a small village where...

The Vía de La Plata - Zamora - Montamarta

The Plaza Mayor is the starting point for this section that departs from Zamora and goes back to Castilian landscapes from the streets Costanilla and Feria to the street Puebla de Sanabria. Please pay attention to the signs for the Camino and continue towards La Hiniesta, across the autovía A-11 to reach Roales del Pan, after almost 7 kilometres.The church of Roales is dedicated to Nuestra Señor...

The Vía de La Plata - Montamarta - Granja de Moreruela

Your departure point is once again the Plaza Mayor. The Vía de la Plata takes you to the above-mentioned Chapel of Santa María del Castillo. You will be walking on a gravel road close to the main road for a dozen kilometres until you reach the N-630 and the Ricobayo dam.To go to Fontanillas, the Camino officially leaves the main road and increases the walk by 1 kilometre going past the deserted ...

The Vía de La Plata - Granja de Moreruela - Benavente

A metal cross located behind the church of Granja de Moreruela marks the direction in which you have to leave the village. From the main road, you move into a forest close to the N-630. You will walk close to it until Santovenia del Esla with its church of Nuestra Señora del Tobar.You have already walked 9 kilometres, a third of this section, and you continue on paths for another 6 kilometres unt...

The Vía de La Plata - Benavente - Alija del Infantado

In stark difference with previous sections, this one will take you on tar roads and it is very relaxed. Still, you should take some provisions with you as there are few cafeterias and restaurants on the Way.You leave Benavente from the plaza Mayor through the Calle de los Herreros until the Avenida Cañada de la Vizcaína. You take the road to La Alcubilla and leave it to the right on a gravel roa...

The Vía de La Plata - Alija del Infantado - La Bañeza

You have to go back from the Plaza Mayor of Alija del Infantado to the Calle Real, and this will lead you to the same road you accessed the village from the previous day. Your walk starts there, you have to cross the River Jamuz and go towards the municipality of Quintana del Marco. You can see a bust of Marcus Aurelius near its parish church, located by an archaeological excavation in this ancien...

The Vía de La Plata - La Bañeza - Astorga

This is the last section of the Vía de la Plata before you choose which route will take you to Santiago de Compostela. The most frequent option is to go to Astorga and then continue on the French Way. Some pilgrims prefer to go to Puebla de Sanabria* with four stages that would take you to the starting point of the Sanabria Way.You leave La Bañeza through the road of Villalis, crossing the River...

Camino Inglés - Betanzos-Hospital de Bruma

You leave Betanzos towards Abegondo, through O Coto and Xanrozo. The English Way moves away from the coast towards the interior through Francos, Bocelo and Vilardel. 12 kilometres away from Betanzos, you find Presedo, where there is a hostel and places to eat.The next section, from San Paio de Vilacoba to A Malata, is extremely hard. Once you reach A Malata, the highest peak in the Camino, pilgrim...

Camino Inglés - Ferrol - Pontedeume

You leave from the harbour of Ferrol, As Curuxeiras, to begin the English Way surrounding the bay and walking past the church of San Francisco and the Old Arsenal. You will go through Ferrol’s famous Calle Real, with its Art Nouveau buildings, towards plaza de Armas, where you will see the town hall.After that, the route takes you to the areas of Recemil and Caranza, slowly leaving the city afte...

Camino Inglés - Pontedeume - Betanzos

After you leave Pontedeume, there is a detour towards the Romanesque church of San Miguel de Breamo, with a nice view over the rias. The section moves into a rural road after Pontedeume towards Buíña and into the mountains to avoid the AP-9 highway. After some ups and downs, you will get to the mouth of the river Baxoi, with its wonderful marshland. The last leg takes you to Miño.The Camino f...

Camino Inglés - Hospital de Bruma-Sigüeiro

After Hospital de Bruma you will reach the municipality of Ordes, beginning with O Seixo after a relaxed stretch. After that, you will move into Carreria, Mámoas and A Carballeira with the mountain following you until A Rúa, some 7 kilometres away from the starting point.The route crosses the Ponte do Cubo towards Outeiro, with the church of San Xuliáin de Poulo in a section surrounded by trees...

Camino Inglés - Sigüeiro - Santiago de Compostela

This is the last section before the exhilarating arrival at the Praza do Obradoiro. You need to leave Sigüeiro through the Calle Real. You have four hours ahead of you, first crossing the bridge over the river Tambre. The path runs parallel to the river until A Barciela, where it continues towards the industrial park of O Tambre.Here you have to follow Vía Galileo, towards the Cruceiro da Coruñ...

Camino Inglés - Alternative Route: A Coruña - Hospital de Bruma

A Coruña is the other starting point in Galicia for the English Way, and pilgrims following this route join those coming from Ferrol in Bruma (Mesía). But before you leave, you must take a walk around the old town and its narrow streets until you reach the Plaza de María Pita, where you can see the statue of María Pita herself, and the Town Hall, before climbing the Monte de San Pedro, the bes...

Camino de Invierno - Ponferrada - Las Médulas

The Winter Way starts in Ponferrada, in the neighbourhood of Puente Boeza. You leave the city surrounding Mount Pajariel, and the first 5 kilometres are over when you reach Toral de Merayo, a medieval bridge over the River Oza. Then you continue on a mild climb towards the municipality of Priaranza del Bierzo, where you can see the Castillo de Cornatel, a castle formerly inhabited by the Knight...

Camino de Invierno - Las Médulas - O Barco de Valdeorras

This section moves from Castilla y León into Galicia. You have to leave Las Médulas and their amazing views towards Puente de Domingo Flórez, 6 kilometres away from the starting point. Once you cross the River Sil, you leave Castilla y León behind and enter Galicia through the province of Ourense, following a path that runs parallel to the river Sil through the district of Valdeorras, famous ...

Camino de Invierno - O Barco de Valdeorras - A Rúa

The Winter Way goes through vineyards in the municipalities of Vilamartín de Valdeorras and A Rúa, where the river becomes wider. You leave O Barco de Valdeorras, and reach Arcos after 5 kilometres, already in the lands of Vilamartín.Further on, you reach the municipal capital with over 200 wine cellars built into the old caves that were used by gold diggers in the past. From here, you continue...

Camino de Invierno - A Rúa - Quiroga

Following the right bank of the River Sil, the Winter Way leaves the province of Ourense and enters Lugo through the municipality of Quiroga. The village of Albaredos marks the 7-kilometre landmark.The path continues between vineyards and olive trees in the village of Montefurado, with the church of San Miguel, to then go past Bendilló. This whole area is called the Ribeira Sacra, and there is ...

Camino de Invierno - Quiroga - Monforte de Lemos

You leave Quiroga towards the LU-933 to Monforte, which will be the end of this section. If you follow the Camino, you will reach San Clodio with its river beach and a recreational area that is great for a break. From San Clodio, you continue to Nocedo -some 3 km away- and then to Carballo de Lor. In this section, you will find the shrine of Os Remedios, in a pine wood, where walkers used to give...

Camino de Invierno - Monforte de Lemos - Chantada

You leave Monforte de Lemos through the medieval bridge over the River Cabe towards the municipalities of Pantón and O Saviñao, this is shorter than the previous section but also very rewarding.The route goes through areas of green pastures, with small villages around Romanesque churches to then move into an area of “carballeiras”, Galician oak groves.The descent towards the Miño is spectac...

Camino de Invierno - Chantada - Rodeiro

The Winter Way goes up the first half of this section through lush valleys towards Monte do Faro from the village of Requeixo, where you can see the parish church. On the mountain, you will also see the chapel of Nuestra Señora do Faro, where thousands of pilgrims have stopped throughout the centuries to pray. The current building dates from the 17th century and since then it has been modified se...

Camino de Invierno - Rodeiro - A Laxe

This is the last stage of the Winter Way, as it meets the Camino Sanabrés or Sanabria Way in Bendoiro to reach Santiago de Compostela. You leave Rodeiro through the Avenida Lalín-Monforte towards Lalín and you cross the River Arnego. You cross the river on the bridge “Ponte do Hospital”, named after the old hospital that used to care for pilgrims walking this route. This is where this Ca...

Camino Sanabrés - Puebla de Sanabria - Lubián

The Way starts going around the hill of the old town of Puebla de Sanabria and crossing the River Castro, running parallel to it. After walking for 3 kilometres, the Camino goes onto the N-525 to continue to the village of Terroso, past the church of Santiago. After 10 kilometres, you cross the autovía towards the village of Requejo into the woods, which make for a nice walk. You leave Requejo...

Camino Sanabrés - Lubián - A Gudiña

You leave Lubián crossing the village on its lower side for 2 kilometres, also crossing the River Tuela and going under the A-52 up to the 18th-century chapel of Tuiza. You have to cross the river again before you start climbing towards A Canda, the pass between Castilla y León and Galicia.Then you continue walking across the municipality of A Mezquita up to the village of A Canda, at 1,165 metr...

Camino Sanabrés - A Gudiña - Laza

The Camino leaves A Gudiña through its Calle Mayor towards Laza. The path goes through the Serra Seca, an area of deserted villages, and through hills across A Venda do Espiño and A Venda da Teresa. Here you have completed 8 kilometres across moorlands and through depopulated areas in Galicia's mountainous inland.A Venda da Capela welcomes you to the municipality of Vilariño de Conso, where you...

Camino Sanabrés - Laza - Xunqueira de Ambía

Your walk starts at the Praza da Picota de Laza and goes towards the main road OU-113, which you will be following most of the day with some properly signposted detours. The first 4 kilometres lead you to the village of Soutelo Verde and at 7 kilometres you will be in Tamicelas, where you will find the chapel of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción.The strenuous climb to Alberguería starts on Mount Re...

Camino Sanabrés - Xunqueira de Ambía - Ourense

Dejando la colegiata de Santa María la Real a la izquierda, se atraviesa Xunqueira de Ambía hasta el kilómetro 0 de la carretera OU-102. Por la propia vía y por los desvíos que de ella parten, el Camino cruza los lugares de A Pousa, Salgueiros y Gaspar.Salvando la vía del tren, con 7 kilómetros a las espaldas, se pasa por Ousende, Penelas y Venda do Río, para continuar por A Castellana y a...

Camino Sanabrés - Ourense - Cea

You leave Ourense through the Roman bridge, where you will have two options for the section: to your right, through Tamallancos, and to your left through Canedo. Both have similar ups and downs and are properly signposted.Through Tamallancos, you will have to walk one extra kilometre and reach Cudeiro after a strenuous climb that will, however, offer you some great views over Ourense. Past the cha...

Camino Sanabrés - Cea - Castro Dozón

The exit from Cea to O Castro (Dozón) can be done through two slopes. The most advisable thing is to do it passing through Oseira, since the visit is worth it, but you can also cut off through Piñor. On the Route we will find both options signposted. In the first case (through Oseira) you leave Cea through the soccer field, crossing the streets of the town with its traditional stone houses unti...

Camino Sanabrés - Castro Dozón - Silleda

O Castro (Dozón) is abandoned by a paved track parallel to the national N-525, going up towards the Santo Domingo stop and then down towards the Santo Domingo hermitage. The Camino continues parallel to the road until kilometer 280, where it deviates onto a path that crosses the village of Puxallos, where the San Roque chapel is located, and continues to Pontenoufe. The Camino now descends towa...

Camino Sanabrés - Outeiro - Santiago

Ponte Ulla is left behind, continuing parallel to the N-525 towards the next town. In this section you can see the famous Pico Sacro, of great importance in the Jacobean tradition, since it is the first place from where you could see the towers of the Cathedral of Santiago, and it is the place where, according to legend, they were the oxen of Queen Lupa. At 4km we find Outeiro, a place that has a...

Camino Portugués - Tui - O Porriño

The first section of the Portuguese Way in Galicia crosses the River Miño from Valença through the international bridge towards Tui. In the past, pilgrims coming from Portugal had to reach Galicia by crossing the river on a boat, but after the construction of the bridge in 1884, they could finally cross it on foot. Tui was the capital of a province in the Old Kingdom of Galicia and that gloriou...

Camino Portugués - O Porriño - Redondela

This section leaves O Porriño towards Mos past the village of Sanguiñeda. Mos is mainly a pedestrian town where you can see the Pazo dos Marqueses, which can be visited during the afternoon, the church of Santa Eulalia, the cross and a fountain with scallop shells and pilgrims as decoration by a bench that can be a good place to rest. There is also a pilgrim’s hostel in the building known as �...

Camino Portugués - Redondela - Pontevedra

The Camino departs from the Convento de Vilavella and you need to follow the yellow arrows to leave Redondela towards Arcade, going past the N-550 and walking parallel to it for a couple of kilometres to Cesantes. You will find the Chapel of Santa María once you get there. From there you have to continue to Arcade, in the municipality of Soutomaior, famous for its 13th-century Castle (if you wan...

Camino Portugués - Pontevedra - Caldas de Reis

The initial 4 kilometres of this section depart from Pontevedra through the bridge of O Burgo, crossing the River Lérez until you reach Alba, where you find the Romanesque church of Santa María. Then the Camino goes through A Portela and Briallos, going back and forth to and from the railway tracks and the main road. After you cross the river Agra, Caldas de Reis is just around the corner.Calda...

Camino Portugués - Caldas de Reis - Padrón

You leave Caldas de Reis through the viaduct, and across a mountainous stretch that leads to O Cruceiro. After 4 kilometres, you will reach the Church of Santa Mariña. The Camino runs parallel to the AP9 to O Pino and to the River Valga, of the same name as the municipality. Valga is very close to Pontecesures, thus named because in Roman times a bridge was built here to cross the River Ulla....

Camino Portugués - Padrón - Santiago de Compostela

The walk continues in the same direction as the previous day. You leave Padrón and go past the church of Santiago towards the Colegiata of Iria Flavia, where Nobel Literature Prize Camilo José Cela is buried. His museum is just opposite this church. The Museum (Fundación) offers guided tours from 10:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 19:00 at 4 Euros. The Camino goes in and out of the N-550 the who...

Camino Primitivo - Uviéu/Oviedo - Gráu/Grado

The Original or Primitive Way departs from the historic city of Uviéu/Oviedo. Before you leave, do not miss the chance to visit it. You can start by walking around the Plaza del Fontán, where you will see the market (Mercado de Abastos) and the historic building of the University to then move to the Cathedral of San Salvador along the Calle Schultz where the Way begins. Follow the iron signs on ...

Camino Primitivo - Gráu/Grado - Salas

The Camino continues to San Xuan de Villapañada, after this village, the next 2 kilometres take you up to Colláu del Fresnu, with its church and wonderful views. You descend through a nice walk to the village of La Doriga, where you can see the palace of the same name, listed as a heritage building in Spain and one of the key examples of the architecture of rural Asturias.Past the bar, there is ...

Camino Primitivo - Salas -Tinéu/Tineo

Walking by the River Nonaya, you cross the bridges of La Borra and Carcabón and go up the initial stretch. After 6 kilometres, you reach Porciles after going through an area of oak and chestnut trees before you get to Boudenaya. In the village of La Espina, located 9 kilometres away from the starting point, pilgrims can find all the services they need. From here, if it rains, the Camino literall...

Camino Primitivo - Tinéu/Tineo -La Puela/ Pola de Allande

From San Xuan, you climb to Navariegu and the mountains of Sierra de la Guardia. If the weather is nice and there is no fog you can see the Bay of Biscay from here. After 8 km the Camino goes into a forest where you can take a detour to the monastery of Santa María la Real de Obona, founded in the 7th century by Prince Adelgaster. It is a Benedictine monastery. You enter a cloister through two ar...

Camino Primitivo - La Puela/Pola de Allande -A Mesa/ La Mesa

After you cross La Puela/Pola de Allande, the Way goes past the bridge to the left, towards El Mazo and Penaseita. You have to walk 3 kilometres on a path close to the high voltage power line and go up El Panchón; this will take you to the road leading to the Puerto de El Palu. This is one of the most beautiful stretches in the Camino. Going up to the Puerto is hard and you climb all the way to ...

Camino Primitivo - A Mesa/La Mesa - Grandas de Salime

You leave A Mesa/La Mesa through a gravel road going to Buspol and you go down to the river Navia and the dam at Salime. The village that gave its name to the dam is under water. You have to descend 8 kilometres, once again surrounded by a beautiful and enjoyable landscape.You continue on the road for 5 kilometres with some occasional detours, until you reach Grandas de Salime, your destination fo...

Camino Primitivo - Grandas de Salime - A Fonsagrada

This is a transition stage between Asturias and Galicia, and signs for the Camino change as the direction now is marked by the open side of the shell, as opposed to Asturian signs. You leave Grandas de Salime towards the caserío of A Farrapa and A Cereixeira, with its chapel of La Esperanza. After 5 kilometres you reach Castro, where you will find the site of Chao Samartín, erected in the year ...

Camino Primitivo - A Fonsagrada - O Cádavo

You leave A Fonsagrada through Padrón, where you have the public hostel (Xunta hostel). The path leaves the parish church in town to continue up the slope of a mountain to Vilardongo and Montouto, where you can find the ruins of the old pilgrim’s hospital. You will then reach the Alto de Hospital, where you will be at 1,000 metres.The route then goes down into the valley of Paradavella, with a ...

Camino Primitivo - O Cádavo - Lugo

You start this section climbing on a footpath to the hilltop of A Vaqueriza. From here you can see the A Terra Cha, a plateau in the province of Lugo.You descend towards Vilabade and enter the municipality of Castroverde, with its Gothic church of Santa María, a national monument. You cross the town of Castroverde where you will find the church of Santiago, the Fonte dos Nenos and the keep of a 1...

Camino Primitivo - Lugo - San Romao da Retorta

You leave Lugo exiting the Roman Wall through the gate of Santiago until you reach the Roman bridge over the River Miño. If you follow the signs, you will find the Chapel of San Lorenzo and the hilltop of A Louzaneta. The route goes up to the provincial road 2901 and then follows a path parallel to it leading you to the Casa Grande de Carrigueiros, where you will have completed 9 kilometres.You c...

Camino Primitivo - San Romao da Retorta - Melide

The last stretch of the road before it meets the French Way goes past small villages as you leave Lugo and enter A Coruña. There are two alternatives for the first half of this section:The official one is marked by the Xunta de Galicia signs and goes past Seixalbos, A Ponte Campana and Xende to the bridge at Ferreira. It is one kilometre longer than the other alternative. The other route is calle...

Camino Francés - Somport-Jaca

The first section of the Aragón variant is long, though downhill, an important positive factor. However, one has to tread carefully when going down in order to avoid injuries at this early stage. Pilgrims on bicycles may face more difficulties as the terrain is rough and they will have to take the main road every now and then to make progress. The beginning of this beautiful Camino variant start...

Camino Francés - Jaca-Arrés

This section is shorter than the previous one and leaves Jaca following the bronze scallop-shell signs that go past the church of Santiago and down the descent of Baños towards Pamplona. After three kilometres you will find the chapel of La Victoria. Close to the river Aragón, the Camino continues along a ravine until it crosses the river Gas. The goal is to get to Santa Cilia de Jaca, with the...

Camino Francés - Arrés-Ruesta

You leave Arrés with two options for this complete section, a longer option to Ruesta or a 18-kilometre shorter option with a sleepover in Artieda. In both cases, there is hardly any shade along this part of the Aragón variant, a matter you need to consider during the summer. The first 7 kilometres of the Camino go from Arrés to Martes, mostly along paths through fields. You leave the province...

Camino Francés - Ruesta-Sangüesa

You leave Ruesta through a footpath over the river Regal and past the Romanesque chapel of Santiago, up towards mount Fenerol. The beginning of the section is demanding as it is quite steep, but in compensation, it offers some spectacular views of the mountain range of Leyre, with the peak Arangoiti and the Yesa dam. The first half of this section continues down the mountain, and into the village...

Camino Francés - Sangüesa-Monreal

With your back to Santa María la Real and crossing the river Aragón, the route leaves Sangüesa for 2 kilometres until the village of Rocaforte*, where you will have the chance of visiting the place or continuing to the Alto de Aibar. In Rocaforte, you will find the Fuente de San Francisco and the monastery of San Bartolomé. You should have some provisions with you as there are no more village...

Camino Francés - Monreal-Puente la Reina

The last section in the Camino Aragonés is a long one, and the first part is full of ups-and-downs, therefore you need to take it easy. The initial 4 kilometres from Monreal to Yárnoz follow the river Elorz and then the contour of the mountain range of Alaiz. Pilgrims will have to climb and descend to Otano and the Navarra canal, to the village of Guerendián, the highest one in the valley. Th...

Camino Sanabrés - Granja de Moreruela-Tábara

The first section brings pilgrims from the Vía de la Plata to the Sanabrian Way, so that they may follow it instead of the French Way. The section starts at the village of Granja de Moreruela from behind the parish church and goes along a road towards Ourense beside the stream of Laguna. If you follow the signs, you will find yourself climbing a soft slope to then go down towards the river...

Camino Sanabrés - Tábara-Santa Marta de Tera

Pilgrims have two options to complete this section: they can follow the traditional Way towards Bercianos, or the alternative route through the village of Villanueva de las Peras, where you can take some rest or spend the night. You depart from the church of San Salvador, in Tábara, towards Pueblica de Valverde, with the possibility of taking a detour to the church of Santa María or continue alo...

Camino Sanabrés - Santa Marta de Tera-Mombuey

This is a long section, but with plenty of options to spend the night, eat and make it shorter as you wish.The flanks of the Tera are covered in greenery and the area of La Barca welcomes early risers after leaving Santa Marta towards Calzadilla de Tera, the next village on the route, 11 kilometres away. The ancient Roman road, the Via Augusta, used to run through this place going from Portugal ...

Camino Sanabrés - Mombuey-Puebla de Sanabria

Pilgrims start this long section at the church of Santa María to then join the Vía de la Plata after reaching the spot that grants our route its name as a Camino de Santiago: Puebla de Sanabria. You leave Mombuey through a path flanked by trees that runs by the main road, and then you have to cross the bridge over the highway. You must follow the milestones to reach Valdemerilla, with 4 kilome...

Camino a Fisterra y Muxía - Muxía - Fisterra

After reaching Muxía, pilgrims can extend their Way to Fisterra and enjoy the ancient 'Finis Terrae' by travelling 30 kilometres, which we split into two stages: 1. Muxía - Lires (17 Km) The Virxe da Barca Sanctuary is our starting point. After visiting the church and enjoying the famous 'Pedras Santas', we head in the direction of the town of Muxía bordering Monte Corpiño. We leave Mu...

Camino Portugués - A Guarda - Oia

The Portuguese Coastal Way begins in A Guarda, a historical locality that borders with Portugal. During this first stage, the pilgrim will travel almost 17 kilometers (10,5 miles) of a low difficulty path but with unparalleled views. From up high, the Santa Trega mountain watches over the port of A Guarda. This mountain is famous for its celtic fort, its petroglyphs, its twelfth century chapel an...

Camino Portugués - Oia - Baiona

Oia is left behind to start the second stage of the Portuguese Way along the coast in Galician territory. The Camino runs along the cliffs to Cabo Silleiro from where you can already see the Vigo estuary. Its lighthouse has been guiding the ships that sail through these waters since 1866. The route is a flat stretch, with hardly any trees, which runs through fields near the beaches and cliffs. T...

Camino Portugués - Variant: Baiona - Nigrán – Vigo

When you arrive at A Ramallosa the pilgrim has the option of choosing the alternative that continues through the interior crossing Nigrán and Coruxo to get to Vigo. Keep in mind that this variant of the Camino has more sections of asphalt than the one that advances along the coast, but also has great examples of Galician architecture such as the Pazos (manor houses) and the Cruceiros (Calvaries...

Camino Portugués - Baiona - Vigo

Leaving behind the historical village of Baiona to start the longest stage of the Portuguese Coastal Camino. We will walk to Vigo, the most industrialized and most populated city in Galicia. This stretch of the Camino has a distance of 27.1 kilometers (16,8 miles) but at a low difficulty level, so if the pilgrim wants to join forces before starting and get refreshed, the fountain of O Pombal is...

Camino Portugués - Vigo - Redondela

If you have already visited the city of Vigo and enjoyed the varied leisure, cultural and gastronomic options that it can offer, it is time to continue the Camino de Santiago leaving the city through the Teis district. From there and until the end of the stage, the pilgrim will cross several locations such as Paradela, Parada and Trasmañó. These previous steps lead the pilgrim to Redondela. Her...

Camino Primitivo - Melide - Pedrouzo

Leaving Melide, first stop of the Primitive Way in the province of A Coruña, is difficult, especially after tasting its diverse gastronomy. But there is still a long way ahead before reaching Santiago de Compostela. Besides, pilgrims walking the french route can come along with you from this point of the Camino onwards. The journey continues through Boente, where you can visit the church of San...

Vía de la Plata - Santa Fe de Mondújar-Albodoluy

Respecto a los recorridos medios que se suelen realizar en el Camino de Santiago, esta segunda etapa del Camino Mozárabe es más corta y nuestra recomendación es limitarla a sus 15 kilómetros. No debido a su orografía, si no porque pasado Albodoluy hay un fuerte ascenso y además no hay alojamientos hasta la localidad de Abla. Unirla a la etapa siguiente supondría un esfuerzo mayúsculo, tan...

Vía de la Plata - Albodoluy-Abla

Aunque queda casi una treintena de kilómetros por delante, esta etapa que discurre por parte del antiguo Camino Real entre Almería y Granada, ofrece muchos puntos de interés y villas con encanto. El día comienza en Alboloduy, que se deja atrás ascendiendo por el curso del río en un tramo inicial con algún repecho y que desemboca en Llano del Campillo.Siguiendo siempre las indicaciones pereg...

Vía de la Plata - Abla- Huéneja

La partida de Abla coincide con el paso por el Mausoleo Romano y el paseo de San Segundo, en un inicio de etapa que ofrece vistas de Sierra Nevada. Por delante, más de veinte kilómetros que, de nuevo, en parte transcurren por el histórico Camino Real que unía Granada y Almería.Aún con la cercanía del río Nacimiento, una ermita y un cruce de caminos que se debe tomar a la izquierda, se lleg...

Vía de la Plata - Huéneja-Alquife

Los atractivos de la provincia de Granada son múltiples y en esta etapa pueden descubrirse algunos de ellos, tanto históricos como paisajísticos. Parte la jornada en Huéneja, después de pasar por la que fuera casa de San Francisco Serrano, misionero y mártir en China, en la calle Las Parras y ver su iglesia construida sobre una antigua mezquita, hay que cruzar el puente del río Isfalada ...

Vía de la Plata - Alquife-Guadix

Comienza la jornada en la plaza de la Iglesia, abandonando Alquife por un camino que bordea su lago. Un tramo de 6 kilómetros en suave ascenso por Sierra Nevada, conduce a Jerez del Marquesado. Esta población fue visitada por los Reyes Católicos en 1489 y allí luce la Cruz Blanca de las Eras, que da testimonio de ello. Próximo está además el yacimiento de Arrutan, testimonio de la época ...

Vía de la Plata - La Peza-Quéntar

Esta etapa requiere especial precaución durante el invierno, debido a la nieve y a las continuas subidas y bajadas, con lo que además de ir bien equipados y con las provisiones necesarias, deberán buscarse alternativas a menor altitud en algunas partes del recorrido. También es aconsejable no salir de La Peza muy tarde, para aprovechar las horas centrales del día.El trayecto comienza pasando ...

Vía de la Plata - Quéntar-Granada

Un recorrido asequible en kilómetros permitirá dejar tiempo para visitar una de las joyas andaluzas: la ciudad de Granada. Así que lo ideal es salir temprano para dejar parte del día libre y conocer así los encantos de la capital provincial. Se parte de Quéntar por su plaza, en dirección al río, en un tramo inicial de 3 kilómetros hacia Dudar, que discurre por una bonita senda.Salvando un...

Vía de la Plata - Pinos Puente-Moclín

Esta etapa de corto recorrido empieza en la plaza de la Iglesia de Pinos Puente, para acometer las calles Real, Redonda y Pintor de la Rosa. En la carretera hay que tomar un camino a la izquierda, que sale de nuevo a la carretera para a continuación adentrase en una vía frondosa próxima al río Velillos. Rebasando el yacimiento del Cerro de los Infantes, sale al encuentro una presa que precede...

Vía de la Plata - Moclín-Alcalá la Real

Es importante llevar encima agua y provisiones adecuadas para realizar esta etapa, ya que escasean las oportunidades de avituallamiento hasta llegar a Alcalá la Real. Otro consejo es estar vigilantes cuando hay que transitar por la carretera, situación que acontecerá en varios momentos a lo largo del día, en el que el Camino va por el arcén.Arranca el trayecto en Moclín junto al antiguo cuar...

Vía de la Plata - Alcalá la Real-Alcaudete

Comienza la etapa en el centro histórico de Alcalá la Real, en la plaza Pablo de Rojas y el Palacio Abacial. Se toma la antigua vía romana de Córdoba a Guadix, pasando por un puente romano y siguiendo las flechas amarillas con cuidado, para no desviarse, se llega a la Aldea de Puerto Llano.Con 5 kilómetros bajo las botas, los siguientes 7 llevan a Ventas del Carrizal, por la conocida como Ver...

Vía de la Plata - Alcaudete-Baena

La plaza del Ayuntamiento es el lugar de partida de esta etapa que discurre en parte por la carretera nacional 432, alternando con caminos y campos de olivos. Los 7 primeros kilómetros llevan al Cortijo de la Paloma y al río Guadajoz, que se cruza por el puente de San Juan.Cogiendo a la derecha, el Camino sigue por una vereda y por el cordel de Córdoba a Granada, que ya no se abandona hasta Bae...

Vía de la Plata - Baena-Castro de Río

Una veintena de kilómetros por delante, que transcurren en su mayoría por carretera, aunque alternada con caminos y cañadas. No hay pueblos intermedios entre el inicio y final de la jornada, con lo que se debe contar con el avituallamiento necesario para acometerla. Se trata de una etapa muy bella gracias al entorno del Valle del Guadajoz, en el que los olivos son los grandes protagonistas.Desd...

Vía de la Plata - Castro de Río-Santa Cruz

Cada vez más próximos a la ciudad de Córdoba, la etapa se inicia por la plaza de la Iglesia y la calle del Agujero, en dirección al cuartel de la Guardia Civil. Yendo hacia el río Guadajos, hay que cruzarlo y seguir por la carretera nacional 432. Salvando el arroyo Saladiyo y acompañados de nuevo del Guadajoz, el Camino del Molino lleva hasta Espejo.En Espejo, el castillo medieval servirá d...

Vía de la Plata - Santa Cruz-Córdoba

Con agua y comida para la etapa, se abandona Santa Cruz por el cementerio hacia un cruce de caminos que lleva a la carretera CP-113. Este trayecto debe recorrerse por el arcén y por las sendas de tierra paralelas a ella. Pasando olivos y cortijos, tras 5 kilómetros se toma la Vereda de Granada en dirección a Córdoba.Sigue el Camino Mozárabe por tierra y asfalto hasta el Cortijo de Torre Juan ...

Vía de la Plata - Córdoba-Cerro Muriano

Los puentes romanos, las minas y las vías trazadas durante el Imperio acompañarán a los peregrinos en esta etapa que parte del corazón de Córdoba, de la parroquia del Apóstol Santiago, siguiendo las indicaciones peregrinas para no perderse por el casco histórico y urbano. Cruzando el puente sobre el caudal del Pedroches, el Camino coincide con el antiguo trazado de la nacional 432.Con la nu...

Vía de la Plata - Cerro Muriano-Villaharta

El inicio de etapa se localiza en la parroquia de Santa Bárbara hacia la salida del pueblo por la Nacional 432 en dirección a Badajoz. En el cuartel de la Guardia Civil se cruzan las vías del tren y continúa el trayecto por la barriada de Campamento. Atravesando de nuevo el recorrido del ferrocarril, un sendero pasa frente a una base militar, para llegar a la Estación de Obejo, con el embalse...

Vía de la Plata - Alcaracejos-Hinojosa del Duque

Comienza la etapa en la calle Alférez Fernández Pérez, en un cruce de carretera, que se toma en dirección a Córdoba hasta que aparece una nave comercial. Allí un camino con cerca de piedra conduce a la bonita población de Villanueva del Duque, que merece un descanso y una visita.Saliendo por El Calvario, se deja una cruz de granito a mano izquierda y se cruza la carretera a Peñarroya. Aten...

Vía de la Plata - Monterrubio de la Serena-Castuera

Esta etapa del Camino Mozárabe, la primera que discurre íntegra por tierras extremeñas, recorre la comarca de La Serena, conocida por sus extraordinarios turrones. Empieza el trayecto en Monterrubio, por una pista de asfalto que atraviesa olivares hasta el Camino de la Peña. Se recorre la Reserva Biológica de los Berciales, una dehesa de reciente protección que pretende garantizar la c...

Vía de la Plata - Campanario-Medellín

Con una distancia considerable, esta bonita etapa puede acortarse finalizándola en la población de Don Benito en vez de en Medellín, según las necesidades y preferencias de cada peregrino. Se deja atrás Campanario en dirección a la estación de ferrocarril, para cruzar la vía y rebasar el Conjunto Arqueológico de La Mata. Salvando el arroyo del Torvisco, se divisa el caserío de Magacela. ...

Vía de la Plata - Medellín-San Pedro de Mérida

El puente de Carlos V, del siglo XVII y que cruza el río Guadiana, es el lugar de inicio de esta etapa que cuenta con una treintena de kilómetros. El tramo inicial toma la carretera a Yelves para desviarse dirección a Santa Amalia por la Cañada Real. Cruzado Yelves, se presentan varias bifurcaciones señalizadas, que llevan a la zona denominada Vegas Altas del Guadiana. El trayecto discu...

Vía de la Plata - San Pedro de Mérida-Mérida (Enlace con Vía de la Plata)

La última etapa del Camino Mozárabe lleva al peregrino a la fabulosa ciudad de Mérida. Allí se une a otro de los Caminos de Santiago más relevantes e históricos que atraviesan la Península Ibérica: la Vía de la Plata. El cuartel de la Guardia Civil de San Pedro de Mérida es el lugar de partida. Se aconseja salir temprano, ya que al ser pocos kilómetros hasta la capital de Extremadur...

Camino Portugués - Porto - Labruge

The Portuguese Way along the Coast runs, as its name indicates, along the coast. The river Douro (Duero) and the beaches bathed in the Atlantic will be our inseparable companions in this first stage that will allow us to go from Porto to Labruge. The coastal variant of the Portuguese Way from Porto starts at Sé, the city's cathedral. From the top we will be able to contemplate the views of the c...

Camino Portugués - Porto – Vilarinho

The Portuguese Way from Porto allows you to know the second most important city in Portugal. If you have time before starting your Camino, it is worth spending a day to get to know its many attractions. its many attractions. Our suggestion is to finish in Vilarinho, a town located just over 26km away. However, there are not many lodging options, so it is also possible to finish 1.6 km earlier, i...

Camino Portugués - Vilarinho – Barcelos

This second stage of the inland Portuguese Way is much more attractive for pilgrims. After leaving the urban area behind, we will have about 27 kilometers ahead that cross rural areas and agrarian landscapes without major difficulties. The reward for this day is the arrival in Barcelos, a monumental city where you can discover the famous legend of the Barcelos rooster, which will surely remind yo...

Camino Portugués - Barcelos – Balugães

The third stage of the Portuguese Way from Porto takes us from Barcelos to Balugães. We leave Barcelos from the Matriz church and then take Avenida da Liberdade and say goodbye to the rooster of Barcelos before taking Dr. Manuel Pais street. After crossing the Circular de Barcelos bridge and passing a roundabout, we will come out onto a road that will take us to the church of Vila Boas.After ...

Camino Portugués - Ponte de Lima – Rubiães

Fourth stage of the Portuguese Way from Porto. After yesterday's long day, today a stage of just over 17 kilometers awaits us that will take us to Rubiães, very close to the border with Galicia.On this fourth day the most important ascent of the Portuguese Way awaits us: the Alto da Portela Grande de Labruja. We will face a height of 400 meters, which we will climb in about 4 kilometers. It is n...

Camino Portugués - Rubiaes – Tui

Last stage of the Portuguese Way in Portuguese lands. This fifth day will be very different from the previous ones, more urban and equipped with services in each section. Our final point will be Tui, already in Galicia. However, some pilgrims prefer to spend the night in Valença do Minho. The International Bridge over the Minho River separates the last Portuguese population from the first Gali...

Camino Portugués - Póvoa de Varzim – Esposende

The third stage of this Portuguese Coastal Way starts in Povoa de Varzim and will take us to Esposende. We cover about 20 kilometers close to the sea in the first part of the stage and then deviate slightly inland to reach Fao. Like the previous days, the stage hardly presents great difficulties, although this time it will be necessary to combine wooden walkways and promenades with dirt trails an...

Camino Portugués - Esposende – Viana do Castelo

Fourth stage of our Portuguese Way along the Coast. This day will be characterized by running, precisely, away from the coast. However, we are faced with a route full of great beauty, especially on the banks of the Nieva River. Our destination will be Viana do Castelo, perhaps one of the most beautiful towns in Portugal. In it we can do a bit of tourism: get to know its historic center, visit the...

Camino Portugués - Viana do Castelo – Caminha / A Guarda

Last stage of our Portuguese Coastal Way in Portuguese lands. This fifth day will take us from Viana do Castelo to Caminha, where we can spend the night or take the ferry that will take us directly to A Guarda, the entrance to this Jacobean Route in Galicia. This stage has two variants: the “official” one, which runs through the interior, or else tour the successive beaches. Vila Praia de Ân...

Camino Portugués - Labruge – Póvoa de Varzim

The second stage of the Portuguese Coastal Way will take us to Póvoa de Varzim. 14 kilometers that will pass close to the sea and those that will alternate wooden walkways with historic cities such as Vila do Conde. The route does not have great difficulties and the route is perfectly cyclable, like the previous stage.We start in Labruge and head back to the beach to continue this Portuguese W...

Camino Sanabrés - Silleda - Ponte Ulla

Crossing Silleda, capital of the Land of Trasdeza, the path is continued along the road passing through the villages of Foxo, San Fiz and Devesa. From here there are about 7 kilometers to the town of Bandeira, located at a crossroads, where you can find all kinds of services and a hostel for pilgrims.Leaving this town the path continues parallel to the road until kilometer 310, where it deviates ...

Vía de la Plata - Almería-Santa Fe de Mondújar

The beautiful monumental area of Almería is the starting point of the first stage of the Camino Mozárabe, an initial section that does not present significant slopes. The route begins next to the Cathedral, in the Alcazaba itself. Your visit is free and from there it is possible to contemplate the city and the port. Going through the old town according to the pilgrimage directions, the route he...

Camino de Invierno - A Laxe - Outeiro

The first village you will find after leaving A Laxe is Prado, after 2 kilometres. You cross the beautiful bridge of Taboada on the River Deza and you continue your climb past the cross and the Romanesque church of Santiago to Transfontao, where you will find a beautiful 18th-century manor. A cobbled path and then a gravel road will take you to the Avenida del Parque, already in Silleda. This is ...

Camino de Invierno - Outeiro - Santiago

The last stage leaves from Outeiro to Lestedo, in the municipality of Boqueixón. This is mostly on asphalt and you continue towards A Susana, getting closer to Santiago de Compostela. You have to cross several roads and railway lines until you reach the beautiful chapel of Santa Lucía, to continue onto the Camiño Real de Piñeiro to Angrois. Most pilgrims tend to hold their breath when...

Camino Portugués - Pontevedra - Armenteira

Pontevedra is the starting point of the Variante Espiritual. More specifically, the church of La Peregrina, patron saint of the city and the Portuguese Way.The Variante Espiritual begins after crossing the Burgo bridge, where we must take the detour signposted to the left. Just over 20 kilometers separate the pilgrim from Pontevedra until the end of the stage: the Armenteira monastery, where we c...

Camino Portugués - Armenteira – Vilanova de Arousa

The second stage of the Variante Espiritual is marked by the natural and patrimonial heritage of the O Salnés region.It runs along the so-called ‘Ruta da Pedra e da Auga’ (Stone and water route), a natural path that borders the Armenteira river. Among lush riverside vegetation, the pilgrim will discover another of the most outstanding architectural and ethnographic elements of Galicia: its hy...

Camino Portugués - Balugães - Ponte de Lima

Our next milestone on the Camino will be Vitorino dos Piães, about 7 km away. It is worth stopping to admire another Romanesque construction on the Route: the church of Sao Martinho. From Vitorino dos Piães we start the final stretch of the third stage. About 12 kilometers that will take us directly to Ponte de Lima. About 3km before reaching its historic center, we can rest next to the beauti...

Camino Lebaniego - San Vicente de la Barquera – Cades

The Camino Lebaniego begins in San Vicente de la Barquera, one of the most important and beautiful coastal towns of Cantabria. With little unevenness and an acceptable distance, this first stage of the Camino Lebaniego will be for the pilgrim a contact with the route of the crucifixes, which will be complicated in later stages. San Vicente de la Barquera has many attractions. Its church, castle a...

Camino Lebaniego - Cades - Cabañes

This second stage of the Camino Lebaniego is the most demanding of the three, as it runs through forest tracks and mountain roads with significant slopes. For this reason, many pilgrims decide to divide it into two: Cades-Cicera and Cicera-Cabañes. Whatever your choice, your effort will be rewarded by the scenic beauty of the route and heritage gems such as the Romanesque church of Santa Juliana...

Camino Lebaniego - Cabañes - Santo Toribio de Liébana

The third and last stage of the Camino Lebaniego begins, which will take the pilgrim from Cabañes to Potes. There are two possible routes: the least recommended is to continue along the Hermida Gorge, a narrow road with heavy traffic. The other option is to start the descent towards Allende and take the turning to the left along the river Rubejo. This route takes us directly to the recreational ...

SECTION 1. Walk with us.

We start the Camino! Today is the day! We are starting this exciting new project - our website and blog on the Camino de Santiago! Here we will be sharing with you …

Hospitality in the Camino de Santiago

Why do thousands of people walk the Camino de Santiago year after year despite the inconvenience and severity of the route? There are many reasons, but the most important is that a pilgrim is never alone: hospitality was, is and will always be one of the pillars of the pilgrimage to Compostela. 'Hospitaleros' (hosts) have been taking care of and imparting this hospitality for many, many ye...

Five historical characters to help you understand the Camino de Santiago

Today we are time travelling pilgrims and have made a rather long journey, landing in the ninth century. The history of the Way of Saint James (Camino de Santiago) begins in these remote times, a period in which essential characters lived, without whom the Camino would surely not exist. Or, at least, not as we know it. Would you like to meet

Discovering the new Pilgrim's Office

A few months ago the Pilgrim's Office packed up and moved from its historic headquarters at the Rúa do Vilar to new facilities on Carretas street. From this new location, they continue their hosting work, certification and the ever increasing tally of all those coming through the Camino. Do you want to know how it works? Read on!

Luis Gutiérrez, president of the Spanish Federation of Friends of the Way of Saint James

Most pilgrims discover something special on the Way of Saint James. A lot of them tend to repeat the pilgrimage at least once. But in the case of Luis Gutiérrez Perrino, new president of the Spanish Federation of Societies of the Friends of the Way of Saint James, the thing goes quite further: he has been working for the Camino since the early nineties as an active member of the Friends Society i...

What to eat on the French Way to Santiago (1): from Roncesvalles to Astorga

After walking many miles, each bite is enjoyed with all five senses and tastes all the better. Eating well is an essential part of the Way of Saint James and your body will demand it. Make the most of these gourmet delights: you'll find products worthy of this moniker on all of the routes leading to Santiago de Compostela. Shall we start down the 'GastroCamino'?

What to bring in your backpack for the Camino de Santiago

We're here to help you find useful information about one of the most important things: the contents of your backpack. What you wear and what's inside you backpack will constitute all of your worldly possessions while walking to Santiago.

What to eat on the Camino Francés (2): from Astorga to Santiago de Compostela

Gastronomy on the Camino de Santiago is as varied and rich as the places along the different routes to Compostela. A few weeks ago, we provided recommendations on what to eat on the French Way between Roncesvalles and Astorga; today, we'll continue perusing the menu and discover other delicacies further along the Way. We'll start in Ponferrada, passing the Maragatería and the Bierzo then...

Friend Shops of Correos: your shopping along the Camino

The Way of Saint James, while very long, is full of culture, history, tradition and gastronomy... it is not uncommon for many pilgrims to want to take home a small part of this tremendous wealth. But your backpack is not Mary Poppins' magical bag and it would be impossible to enjoy the Camino carrying a heap of bags. To meet this need, we have created a network of Friend Shops, where you can ...

Natural areas on the Camino de Santiago that are not to be missed

On the occasion of World Environment Day of Sunday, 5th June, we decided to select some of the natural areas that you'll find on the different routes to Santiago de Compostela. When you finally see these places, you'll understand how urgent and important it is to care, respect and protect them.

World Oceans Day: The Way by the sea

The pioneer pilgrims from England and Ireland gave the Camino Inglés its name: the first route by sea to Santiago de Compostela. The relationship between the Camino and the sea is one that is both very long and still very much alive. On World Oceans Day we discuss the routes that traverse the seas and travel the coasts, and are becoming increasingly popular. As Machado said: 'let's open ...

Where to sleep on the Camino de Santiago | Types of accommodation

Today we discuss the different accommodation options you'll find along the Camino. There are endless possibilities and it is important to know what they are and how they work to make the best choice. A good night's rest is essential to enjoy the Camino. Take care of yourself while respecting your fellow pilgrims.

Advices for cycling the Camino de Santiago

If you're thinking of becoming a 'bicigrino' (bike pilgrim), there are some important things to consider before hitting the road. We'll discuss some of them in this new Postcards from the Camino article. Let's roll!

The 'Pingüigrinos´ of the Antarctic Way arrive in Compostela

Good news! Remember that we recently wrote about the Antarctic Way? Well, since the 7th of July, it´s a reality. The ´pingüigrinos´ (penguin-pilgrims) of the Hesperides Oceanographic Research Vessel recently set foot on the Obradoiro Square. We walk you through the details!

The Post Office, 300 years walking the Way

This past 8 July we celebrated 300 years of the Post Office. All the while, we´ve been travelling many ways...including the Way of Saint James! Day by day we’ve learned what this route means for pilgrims. Let us show you why our colleagues and their work are inseparable from the pilgrims and the Camino de Santiago. Won´t you join us on this delivery?

A daily planner for the 2016 Apostle Festivities

If you've just arrived in Santiago de Compostela after travelling the Camino, you may have noticed that we are in the midst of festivities. After the opening address on the 15th, the city has been in full festivity mode, both day and night. Yet there's still so much left to see! We'll suggest a daily schedule starting today so that you can make the most of the 2016 Apostle Festivities....

The Camino de Santiago in August, kilometres of fairs & festivities

Summer is the season of thousands of festivals, fairs and popular pilgrimages around every corner. And the different routes to Santiago cross many of these celebrations. When you arrive somewhere and find that you're breathing something special, that the streets are decked out and that you are welcomed with even more joy than normal, congratulations: you've arrived just in time for party! ...

Online resources for the Camino de Santiago

In addition to our day-to-day travels on the Way of Saint James with our pilgrim services, we've spent a great deal of time looking for resources and useful information about the route. Today we share some online resources for the Camino de Santiago. They are excellent examples of how creativity and technology can help both pilgrims and the Way itself. We hope that you like them as much as w...

Looking after your feet on the Camino de Santiago

What is the worst enemy of pilgrims? Not the rain nor the sun nor exhaustion nor snoring. It is the blisters and other injuries resulting from poor foot care. To reach Santiago de Compostela with the fewest possible maladies (because having one is inevitable), we provide you with some tips on how to take care of your feet and avoid greater problems. Don't forget to look after them! Remember ...

The origins of the pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela

It’s said that there are as many Caminos as there are pilgrims. But the truth is that all of the historical routes to Compostela have their raison d'etre and served to build a phenomenon that helped to structure Europe, almost always using ancient Roman roads. Do you know how, when and why the Caminos to Compostela multiplied? This week we'll tell you all about the origins of the best k...

Essential photos of the Camino de Santiago

How many thousands of photos have you taken during the Camino de Santiago? Thanks to the the Internet and to social media, we are in touch with in the particular view of the pilgrim. And we have found some shared themes & subjects. Of course each photo is unique, just like the experience of each pilgrim. Below are some of these shared subjects. We hope they inspire and encourage you to take some...

When the Way ends in Fisterra

Fisterra is, literally, the end of the Way. But this small fishing town have plenty of things to do and see. Here are some plans foir you to do from the End of the World!

The Camino de Santiago in the summertime, a portrait of humanity

The Way of Saint James hosts pilgrims throughout the year, but the busiest months are always June, July and August. Would you like to know how the high season went on the Jacobean route? Here is a robot portrait of what happened this summer on the Camino!

A Camino full of stories

September is also the high season on the Camino de Santiago and the routes continue to receive people from all over the world. The more pilgrims there are, the more myriad stories there are: curious, exciting, fun...Thanks to social media and local media, every day we find something that brings a smile to our faces and we want to share this with you. Here are some of our favourites from recent mo...

Cathedrals of the Camino Francés

Cathedrals are temples where the bishop is seated. The word comes from the Lathin 'cathedra', which means chair. Traditionally, the bishop officiated from his chair, and wherever this was, was where his Cathedral was located. Something so simple has given its name to the most spectacular monuments that you'll find along the Way to Santiago de Compostela. The French Way has a signific...

The Wine Way to Santiago de Compostela

If you have good taste for wines or simply like to discover different varieties and flavours, we propose a route through the French Way and the Winter Way that will take you through some of the most discerning Designations of Origin (D.O.). Pic by Esther Mayor

Camino de Santiago legends that you may not have heard

The whole world knows about Santo Domingo and the chicken that sang after being roasted. While we don't want to take away from this and other well-known legends, today we'd like to share some lesser-known, but equally interesting and entertaining, tales. Autumn is story time season. Learn and share with other pilgrims after finishing a rainy stage, finally settled in your hostel, dry and t...

Tips for the Camino de Santiago in autumn

We give you some advice on which route to choose if you are going to do the Camino in the autumn months, what clothes and footwear are the most suitable and what plans you can make during your Route.

Markings in the houses of Santiago, a unique heritage to discover

In the face of majestic buildings, like the Cathedral, the Hostel or the monasteries of Santiago, there are small details that you might miss. These are symbols that we can find in many houses in the Old Town of Santiago de Compostela and in some of the historic neighbourhoods. A chalice, a shell, a pine tree...These markings on the buildings are numerous and illicit a great deal of curiosity to ...

The Holy Door of Santiago

The Holy Door is the most exclusive access to the Cathedral of Santiago and will be open this upcoming year, when we celebrate the Xacobeo 2021. Learn more about the Holy Door in this article!

The Camino de Santiago in winter

Choose the appropriate route, plan your itinerary well, protect yourself from the cold ... We give you the keys to enjoy the Camino de Santiago also in winter.

Ten monuments on the Camino Francés that you cannot miss

The Camino de Santiago offers an enormous amount of experiences with every step for all of its pilgrims. Today we've decided to choose the cultural side of the Camino and show you ten of the most monumental buildings along the Camino Francés.

Romanesque art on the Camino Frances

The Camino de Santiago, like any pilgrimage route, has been part of the development and expansion of many cultural and artistic trends. Today we will meet one of the most important, showing you examples of romanesque art along the whole Camino Francés.

Equipment for the Camino de Santiago

Preparing equipment for the Camino de Santiago is not always easy. Today we'll tell you what you should bring and what features to look for in shoes, backpacks, sleeping bags and staffs.

10 charming villages on the Northern Camino

The Camino de Santiago is lined with charming, breathtaking villages. Today we’ll share 10 of the prettiest on the Northern Camino.

10 suggestions to travel the Camino de Santiago on bicycle

Travelling the Camino de Santiago on bike is not easy, but neither is it impossible. Today, we’re providing 10 suggestions for you to travel the route as best as possible.

8 examples of the presence of the Templars on the Camino

The order of the Templar Knights left its mark on the Camino de Santiago with many constructions of incomparable beauty. Today we'll share some of them with you.

What can you see in Burgos in one day?

The Castilian capital is and has always been one of the main cities on the Camino de Santiago. Today, we'll you what we can see in Burgos over the course of one day.

Who was Saint James?

The history of the origin of the Camino de Santiago is well known by all, but the one of Saint James is lost between documentation and mysticism. We talk about him today.

Monasteries offering accommodation on the Camino de Santiago (part 1)

Today we'll review some of the monasteries that offer accommodation while travelling the Camino de Santiago. If you've dreamt of spending the night in a place steeped in history, this article is exactly what you're looking for.

Gastrocamino: Galicia, from octopus á feira to coffee liqueur

From octopus á feira and lacón with turnip greens to albariño and coffee liqueur, Galician gastronomy has much to offer. Today we'll share some of it with you.

Getting to know all of the Caminos de Santiago: today, 5 little-known alternatives

Walking all of the Caminos de Santiago is impossible, since there are more than we currently know. Today we'll talk about five of the less travelled Caminos.

What to see in Salamanca: 10 places you can’t miss

If during your Camino de Santiago via the Camino Vía de la Plata you are curious about what to see in Salamanca, you're in luck, because we'll be discussing this today ;)

Monasteries offering accommodation on the Camino de Santiago (part 2)

We continue with our list of monasteries where you can stay on the Camino de Santiago. Today we’ll review the Leyre Monastery, the Poio Monastery and more.

Reserving your #PAQMochila is now even easier! We've launched a new online hiring service

We've launched the new online reserve service for our backpack transport service from the Camino Post Office: #PaqMochila

Asturian gastronomy on the Camino de Santiago

We continue our gastro-journey along the Camino de Santiago (St. James's Way) and this time we'll learn about the 10 traditional dishes of the Asturian gastronomy, from the fabada (Asturian Bean Stew) to the quesadielles ( Casadiellas)

How to arrive to your starting point on the Camino de Santiago

If you've come from afar, we will help you get to the starting point of your Camino de Santiago: everything concerning the connections and means of transport to common points at the beginning of the Camino.

Strength on the Camino de Santiago. Your stories

Today we present the best stories that you've sent us about the strength of pilgrims travelling every step of the Camino.

Camino de Santiago values in 12 months

We know that the Camino de Santiago is something unique, a personal and singular experience that is very difficult to explain if you haven't lived it. Even so, we have seen many pilgrims concur on defining this magic with a series of values that make it so special. At the Post Office, we have joined with iPilgrims to visualize and find stories about these values. Can you help us out?

Mony Dojeiji. Walking for Peace

"Strangers help each other, borders and identities dissolve and we walk appreciating everything that surrounds us. These are the fundamentals of the Peace that pilgrims live on the Camino."

What to see in Sevilla? 10 place that you should visit

We’ll cover ten places that you shouldn’t miss in Sevilla before beginning the Camino Vía de la Plata.

Safety on the Camino de Santiago

Policia and Guardia Civil reinforce their actions to guarantee safety on the Jacobean Routes and provide some advice for a safe Camino de Santiago.

Discovering San Juan de Ortega and the miracle of the light

San Juan de Ortega is one of the municipalities which make up the Camino Francés (French Route) and during last week an absolutely unique phenomenon had place there. Today we'll tell you what it was about.

What to do with your luggage when arriving at the St. James's Way

When you arrive from far away to do the Camino, it is very common to stay on in and visit Spain for a several days more. If you wish to take luggage with you after completing the Way, here are some helpful tips so that you don't have to cart it around with you.

Living schedules in Spain

In Spain, schedules are slightly behind if compared with most countries around the world and this changes our traditions somewhat. If you are a foreigner and come to the Camino, don't worry, you'll adapt.

“If you really travel the Camino and don't just tread it, peace will become a part of your daily life”

Dulcina Gomez Araujo and Noelia Ramos work for peace on the Camino de Santiago and tell us about their experience of spiritual growth on the Camino

5 places to experience Holy Week on the Camino de Santiago

One of the most important religious festivities of the year is just around the corner and today we're showing you five places to fully experience Holy Week on the Camino de Santiago.

Technology on the Camino

Electronic devices can be very useful, especially when you're coming from another country. We'll be providing you with tricks to make the most of them in Spain...but only if you want to use them.

Gastronomy on the Camino: eight typical dishes for Holy Week

Now that we are in the middle of Holy Week, we’ll share eight dishes typical of these festivities that you’ll be able to try on the Camino.

Stephen Marriott: "The Camino is magical and hard to describe with words"

Stephen Marriott is a British writer and pilgrim to whom the Way of St. James changed his life. A perfect example of sensitivity on the Camino de Santiago.

The cost of travelling the Camino de Santiago

Guide to all expenses that may be incurred by pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago, with tips and tricks for responsible consumption and to avoid carrying too much money.

What to see in Bilbao. 10 places to visit on the Northern Way

Today we'll show you ten places to see in Bilbao so you don't miss anything on your way to the Biscay capital.

Foreigners on the Camino: Predominant countries and languages

Every year more than 150,000 people come to the Camino from other countries. Today we'll discuss the languages and countries most represented on the Camino de Santiago.

Ten tips if you are going to do the Camino de Santiago alone

Making the Camino de Santiago unaccompanied may scare you a little at first, but once you begin you will live an unforgettable experience. Today we give you ten tips if you are going to travel alone to Santiago.

Typical dishes that you should try on the Camino de Santiago

Spain is famous for its wide and rich gastronomy. If you come from afar to travel the Camino, we'll provide you with the obligatory tasting dishes.

Ionut Preda: “Solidarity requires sacrifice without expecting anything in return”

Ionut Preda is a supportive Bicigrino and elite Paralympic athlete who is trying, from the Camino de Santiago, to get young people with mobility problems back to walking.

The birth of philatelic pilgrimage

The Camino de Santiago and philately share much more than one would initially think. Two passions that inspire communities of lovers and amateurs, now also have the Post Office in common.

Review the third edition of El Camino acaba en Obradoiro

This week took place the third edition of "El Camino acaba en Obradoiro", this time with the company of former basketball player Nikos Galis, and today we tell you how it was.

Map of Leon: what to see and do

Enter the Cathedral, get to know the Basilica of San Isidoro, visit the old hospital of San Marcos, go to the MUSAC... Leon is one of the key points of the Camino Frances. We leave you some plans to enjoy the city.

Saint John's Eve, a stop on the Camino

Saint John's eve, the shortest and most magic night of the year. If you are doing Camino de Santiago that night, the mix could turn into a marvelous thing. We gather the main spanish traditions of this festivity.

What to do at the end of the St. James’s Way

Enter the Cathedral of Santiago, stroll through the old town, enjoy the Mercado de Abastos, visit the headquarters of the University... We tell you ten plans that you cannot miss when you finish your Camino de Santiago.

The Camino de Santiago, a sustainable journey

Pilgrimage as an ecological mode of travel. Travelling the Camino de Santiago can be a commitment to sustainability and the environment; the Life Stars project is an example of such.

Juan Carlos Pérez: “We are facing a challenge”

The challenge of Sustainability on the Camino de Santiago with Juan Carlos Pérez, president of the Astorga Association of Friends of the Camino and promoter of the cleaning campaign A Clean Step.

How to win the Camino de Santiago Photo Contest

During Summer 2017 we are looking for photos that best show the Value of the Camino. What value represents you the most? If your photo is representative of pilgrim energy, you might be able to receive one of our prizes.

Diego Davila: “I want to plant the seed of the Camino de Santiago in the hearts of all Brazilians.”

Diego Davila, a Brazilian pilgrim and author of the blog www.meucaminhodesantiago.com is a perfect example of diversity on the Camino de Santiago. The values of the Camino in 12 months.

Finish the Camino de Santiago on the Day of the Apostle

The day 25 July is a distinguished date for all the Galicians and for all the pilgrims. It is the Day of the Apostle and the National Day of Galicia and Santiago is the epicentre. You want to live it?

Discover the first postmarks dedicated to the Camino Primitivo

If you do the Camino Primitivo: enjoy his landscapes, surpass his demanding outline, celebrate it to the table and remember it with two postmarks unpublished that Posts has devoted to the route jacobea more ancient.

9 things to know before you begin the Camino de Santiago

It is usual that many doubts arise before begin on our Way to Santiago de Compostela. Today we solve some of the most usual.

Discover the Magic of the Camino de Santiago Exhibition

We'll reveal - one by one - all the panels that make up the Discover the Magic of the Camino de Santiago Exhibition so that you can see the final result, even if you're unable to visit in person.

The Camino of integration

Integration is one of the 12 values highlighted by our community of pilgrims as representatives of the Camino de Santiago. Today we want to show you examples of integration, which we can find ourselves going through.

Camí de Sant Jaume: Catalonian routes and their integration on the Camino

There are as many Caminos as there are pilgrims. Today we talk about the routes of the Camí de Sant Jaume and the work of Catalonian associations to integrate these pilgrimage routes, making them successful in the coming years.

The Camino de Hospidepor: “It is not necessary to move your legs to experience difficulties.”

Members of Asepeyo de Sant Cugat Hospital: Josep Barrachina, doctor, and Richard Hernández, patient, tell us about a route of rehabilitation, normalisation and integration.

We have the winners of the Values of the Camino contest!

We have the winners of the photographic contest "Los Valores del Camino", promoted by Correos and iPeregrinos. We talked with them about their images, their experiences and their memories of the Camino.

“The Camino has not lost its essence: that of the inner journey and finding oneself.”

The number of pilgrims that arrive each year to Santiago is increasing. Faced with these figures, we talked to the Dean of the Cathedral, Don Segundo Perez, about the essence of the Camino, reception and newcomer services.

Experiencing the Camino with three bloggers from Castille and Leon

We shared with three bloggers their first experience on the Camino de Santiago through two stages of the Camino Francés.

The hands of Mocho, a symbol of friendship on the Camino

José Sanchís, 'Mocho', is the maker of small plastic hands that have been given since 1999 as a sign of fraternity. Today, we tell you his story.

Xavier Jordi, the YouTuber of the Camino

Thirteen stages, more than 60 stories and a good number of cultural, historical and artistic reviews. These are the videos of the first YouTuber pilgrim.

Thirty Years of the Camino as the First European Cultural Route

October 23, 1987, the Council of Europe distinguished the highly symbolic role of the Xacobea Route in the construction of Europe. Three decades later, we analysed what this recognition represented with José Antonio Ortiz, director of Peregrino magazine.

Ángel Trabada:

We speak with the president of the Associatión of Friends of the Camino de Santiago of the Province of Lugo, that celebrates its 30th anniversary receiving the Camino de Santiago 2017 Prize.

Marcelino Oreja: The pilgrim is the synthesis of our history

The former Secretary General of the Council of Europe reviews the influence of the Camino de Santiago on the continent and vindicates its values and role as a union between cultures.

O Cebreiro, the town of the Camino

Today we visit O Cebreiro, the main entry way for pilgrims to Galicia, and talk to José Valiña about its importance on the Camino.

Complete guide to enjoying Fairway, the largest fair on the Camino de Santiago

Exhibitions, photography, gastronomy, humour...Ten plans that you cannot miss when enjoying Fairway, which starts this Sunday in Santiago de Compostela.

Fairway as the best showcase of the Camino de Santiago

Correos participated in the largest fair of the Camino, presenting services such as Paq Mochila, Paq Bici or Paq Peregrino and handed out the awards for the Values of the Camino in 12 Months

The scallop, from tasty delicacy to pilgrim's symbol

From drinking glass to symbol of Venus. Today we discover why the scallop became the pilgrim's emblem with Carina Regueiro, authors of the book Estrelas da despensa galega

American Pilgrims, the helping hand of the Camino de Santiago in the United States

We talked with George Greenia, founder of the American Pilgrims on the Camino, the largest community of pilgrims in the United States

Ten useful tips to prepare for the Camino de Santiago

Which route to choose, what to do with your backpack, how to send your bicycle, what to bring...Today we're offering 10 tips to plan your route and enjoy the Camino as much as possible.

Andrew Larkin, the pilgrim number 300,000

He's from Michigan. He's 22 years old. And he just made history on the Camino de Santiago by becoming the 300,000th pilgrim.

Spirituality, the engine of the Camino de Santiago

There is a physical Camino de Santiago, which you travel kilometre by kilometre, and a spiritual or internal one, which allows for an encounter with oneself

Goodbye 2017: twelve months sharing the Camino de Santiago

2017 will remain in the memory as a historical year. A few hours after the end, we look back and relive all those moments we have shared with you on the Camino de Santiago.

Kumano Way and Way of Saint James, a journey from the Rising Sun to the Setting Sun

They share a common history of faith, a rich tradition of pilgrimage and routes with an important historical, cultural and spiritual heritage. They are the World Heritage Roads.

Manuel G. Vicente: Hospitality is the essence of the Camino

The Galician photographer Manuel G. Vicente shares a photographic radiography of the Camino de Santiago and the hospitality workers who fill it with fraternity and solidarity with the Camino con Correos.

The postman's tips: what to see in the Northern Way

We travel the Cantabrian coast from Irún to Santiago de Compostela accompanied by our postmen to advise you which places you can not miss to enjoy the route.

León, Spanish Capital of Gastronomy 2018

Cecina, botillo, blood sausage and shortbread...We recommend some of the star products of León’s pantry, a Feast Fit for Kings.

Hospitaleros: the angels of the Way of Saint James

Today we close the initiative "The Values of the Way in 12 Months" talking about the welcome with its protagonists: the hospitaleros

Twelve months sharing values on the Camino de Santiago

We say goodbye to the initiative 'The Values of the Camino in 12 Months,' featuring the essential aspects of the Jacobean Route

The most famous pilgrims of the Camino de Santiago

Today we travel the Way of Saint James visiting the main sculptures, statues, monuments and figures dedicated to the pilgrim

Navigating the Camino: pilgrimage to Santiago by sea

Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela by sea. This is 'Sail the Way' Jacobean Route, in which the pilgrim makes his or her pilgrimage not on foot, bicycle or horseback but on the seas.

Following the footprints of the Camino in Germany

Correos participates from 7 to 11 March at the ITB in Belin, the most important tourism fair in the world. We took advantage of our stay there to analyse the importance of the Camino de Santiago in Germany, the second foreign country with the most pilgrims each year, and from which 50 Jacobean Routes depart.

Aymeric Picaud arrives in Korea

We review the history of the Aymeric Picaud Awards before awarding the writer Kim Nam Hee, responsible of the popularity of the Camino de Santiago in Korea

Camino de Santiago full of values

One hundred students from 20 universities around the world have traveled the Way of Saint James to promote cultural understanding and sustainable tourism

Tips for a safe Camino de Santiago

Follow the signs, take only the bare essentials, keep any eye on your belongings, avoid carrying large amounts of cash... Here's a few tips for a safe Camino de Santiago (St. James's Way).

The Way of St. James: The Northern Way Stamp by Stamp

Correos, the Spanish postal service, pays homage to the Camino del Norte (The Northern Way) with a booklet made up of eight stamps with images of significant places on el Camino and the outline of the Cantabrian Coast.

Organise your Camino de Santiago at B-Travel

Del 20 al 22 de abril visítanos en la Fira de Barcelona, conoce nuestros servicios para el Camino de Santiago y gana muchos premios

The yellow arrow, the sign of the St. James's Way

The yellow arrow, established by the parish priest Elías Valiña in the 70s, becomes the only valid sign to mark the direction of the Camino de Santiago

Where to buy the Credencial for the Camino de Santiago

The Credencial, or Pilgrim's Passport, is one of the most important features of the Camino de Santiago. No walker or cyclist should start the Route without it, since it is the document that accredits us as pilgrims. Today we shall clarify some of the issues regarding its origin, function and use, as well as where the Camino de Santiago Passport can be obtained.

The photos every pilgrim should take along the Camino de Santiago

Who hasn't returned home with hundreds of photos of endless trails, yellow arrows or scallop shells? Here, we shall go over some of the images that every pilgrim should take away with them from the Camino de Santiago. If you are going to do some of the Jacobean Routes for the first time this year, pay close attention. And if you have already completed the Camino, there are surely none of the...

Your luggage awaits you at the end of the Camino de Santiago

With Paq Peregrino you can send your suitcases or backpacks to the post office in Santiago or your destination and pick them up on arrival. It can be purchased online or at any post office and offers storage for up to 45 days.

Aleksandar Petrovic finishes the Camino at the Obradoiro

Aleksandar Petrovic travelled the Portuguese Way with basketball team CAB Obradoiro, and supported by Correos.

An eco-pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago

We’re celebrating World Environment Day with the story of Carmen, an eco-pilgrim who swapped her backpack for a rubbish bag which she used to collect cans and containers along the length of the Camino de Santiago.

The Camino de Santiago in a week: where to begin

It is possible for the Camino de Santiago to be completed in a week. We’ll share with you the best routes and starting points when walking

Do you know how to get to Tui for starting on Camino Portugués?

The Camino Portugués or Portuguese Way is the second most popular route among pilgrims, beaten only by the French Camino. If you're included in this group but don't have a clue where to depart from in Galicia, well then here are some tips for getting to Tui and so that you don't miss out on the Camino experience.

Pilgrim Bookmobile: Reading on the Camino de Santiago

Each pilgrim can borrow books free of charge from any of the library buses or the 15 hostels that have signed up to the service.

Mail Art: Creativity on the Camino de Santiago

Correos has launched the 1st Call for Mail Art on the Camino de Santiago. You can send you art (created using any technique you like) to Post Office Box No. 18, Santiago de Compostela, CP 15702.

The Camino Portugués, stamp by stamp

The Tarjeta del Camino Portugués consists of a postcard tracing the Portuguese route with its various stages and space for seven special stamps bearing the unique landmarks found at each of the towns.

Rosana Montano: “As a hostel volunteer on the Camino you get more out than you put in”

We share with Rosana Montano, vice president of the Association of Friends of the Camino de Santiago in Argentina, her first experience as a hostel volunteer at the O Cebreiro public hostel.

Showing off the “Colours of the Camino” has its rewards!

The III photographic competition of Correos and iPeregrinos is already underway seeking to reflect on the beauty of the different routes and the many hues that characterize the Camino de Santiago.

Tips to beat the heat on the Camino de Santiago

Keep hydrated, protect yourself from the sun, avoid the hottest times of day, plan your breaks for the shade... We give you some simple tips so the heat doesn’t take its toll on your Camino experience.

How to get to Sarria to start the Camino de Santiago

By train, bus, air or car. We detail the main connections to get to Sarria, one of the most popular routest for pilgrims.

What is the Compostela and how do I get one?

We solve all the doubts around the Compostela, the document that certifies our pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela

The Camino de Santiago with your dog

An increasing number of people are deciding to experience the Camino de Santiago with their best friend: their dog. Our colleague, Conchi Moreno Saiz and her dog, Draco, did the Camino Francés from O Cebreiro. Here you can find some advices and suggestions for both of you enjoy together the experience of the Camino.

The experience of US pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago

In 2017, pilgrims from the US were the fourth biggest nationality group, with a total of 17,552 pilgrims from that country taking the Camino de Santiago. Today, on our blog we’re going to share with you the stories of five pilgrims from the USA that have completed the Camino this year.

The Confraternity of Saint James: the home of the pilgrim in London

The United Kingdom is one of the countries with more presence along the Way of St James. A great part of this success is due to the London founded association The Confraternity of Saint James that has been helping pilgrims before, after and during their Way since 1983.

The Way of St James by bike

Many pilgrims perform the Camino de Santiago on two wheels. If you still do not know how to send your bike on the Camino de Santiago, Correos has available to pilgrims: the Paq Bicicleta.

Correos Pre-paid Card: safe money on the Camino de Santiago

The Correos Pre-paid Card lets pilgrims recharge money whenever they need it, pay hotel services, withdraw money from ATMs or make safe online purchases.

American Pilgrims: Jacobean spirit from 3.850 miles away

Three hundred people participated in the annual gathering of the largest community of pilgrims in the USA. Today we summarize in ten stories their passion and love for the Camino de Santiago.

Questions every pilgrim has about the Camino de Santiago

Thousands of pilgrims walk the Camino de Santiago every year, but if you're not familiar with the Route you might have some questions about it: Where do I start? What's the most popular route? How much do I walk each day? Today we answer the most common concerns pilgrims might have before starting their Camino de Santiago

How to get to Saint Jean Pied de Port to Start your Camino de Santiago

If you are planning on walking the French Camino, the most well-known route to Santiago de Compostela, the first thing you need to know is how to get to your starting point. Here we detail the best options on how to get to one of the most popular starting points: Saint Jean Pied de Port.

Which Camino de Santiago should you choose?

Whether you prefer light walks or a more challenging route, the company of other pilgrims or the solitude of the Camino, walks by the beach or green mountain paths... there's a Camino de Santiago for you. Today we detail the most popular Camino de Santiago routes so you can choose the one that suits you the most.

Camino del Norte: How to get to Irún

Irún is the main starting point of the Northern Way (Camino del Norte), the Jacobean Route that runs along the northern coast of Spain. In this post we explain how to get to this Basque city by plane, train, bus or car to start your Camino de Santiago.

Get to know other popular routes to Santiago de Compostela

The Vía de la Plata, the Winter Way or the Way to Fisterra and Muxía are great options to walk the Camino de Santiago. Today we talk about these less traveled-by routes to Santiago that you may want to take into consideration for your next Camino.

How to get to Ferrol to start the English Way (Camino Inglés)

The Camino Inglés (English Way) is the first historic maritime route to Santiago de Compostela, and it has its main departure point in Ferrol. On this post, we detail the main ways to get there and start enjoying your Camino de Santiago.

A typical day for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago

A day in the life of a Camino de Santiago Pilgrim can differ a lot from your normal habits. From waking up early to sharing your stories with complete strangers, today we’ll explain what a day on the Camino de Santiago looks like.

Movies about the Camino de Santiago

Documentaries, dramas, comedies... there are many movies set on the Camino de Santiago that will help you get a first glimpse at what you will see on this journey or remind you of the times you walk those trails, right from the comfort of your home. On todays blog, we take a look at different Camino movies that may help you make up your mind and decide to take up the challenge of walking The ...

Participate in our photographic contest based on the symbols of the Camino de Santiago

Yellow arrows, milestones, pilgrim shells, cathedrals, sculptures… any element that represents the Camino de Santiago can be a part of the new photographic contest active now on our Facebook page.

Take part in the Sustainable Camino: how to become an ecopilgrim

Correos and Pilgrim unite in this initiative to support the sustainability on the Camino de Santiago and help preserve this World Heritage Site. Recycle along the Camino, become an ecopilgrim and earn your reward.

Discover the winners of the photography contest of the Camino de Santiago

We have the images and the names of the winners of the photographic contest of “The symbols of the Camino” organized by Correos and iPeregrinos.

Books on the Camino de Santiago: 10 readings to enjoy the Jacobean Route

From best sellers to self-help guides, personal accounts, guidebooks or recipes with the best dishes. Today we suggest ten books that will make you enjoy the Jacobean Route

Reflecting on the Camino de Santiago during the first international meeting of associations

Last February, the first International meeting of associations of friends of Saint James Way took place in Carrión de los Condes (Palencia). This event organized by the AMCS congregated representatives of associations from 12 countries. Here we summarize the most important topics form this event.

The Camino de Santiago on maps

Check out our maps with the main Camino de Santiago routes in Spain detailed by stages and the main Jacobean cities

Canadian Company of Pilgrims, landmark of the Camino de Santiago in Canada

Lea Pennock, president of one of the two great confraternities of the Camino de Santiago in Canada, takes stock of the 25 years of the entity, tells us what attracts the pilgrims from the Camino and controls their challenge

Anne Born: “When walking the Camino de Santiago, the rewards are many, the risks are remarkably few. Just buy a plane ticket and go.”

Go, feel the pilgrimage and enjoy. Anne Born, american pilgrim and author of the book Buen Camino! Tips from an American Pilgrim, gives us some advice for the Camino de Santiago.

The Camino de Santiago and Covid-19

Pilgrims will be able to return to the Camino de Santiago. We summarize how the situation is and the measures adopted by the Government to recover the return to normality

#ShareyourCamino: the Camino de Santiago at home

Let’s fill the networks of the spirit of the Camino de Santiago. Share your messages, stories, photographs, videos, poems, quotes, songs, phrases…. And take the Camino to every household!

Plans to step on the Camino de Santiago without leaving your home

The Covid-19 crisis confine us at home and to stay safe. But that does not prevent us from conserving the Jacobean spirit and living the Camino de Santiago. We propose some ways to do it.

Recipes to savor the Camino de Santiago

Spanish omelette, Galician empanada, ajoarriero cod and Santiago pie. We suggest you tackle the Covid-19 from home cooking some of those dishes that automatically transport us to the Camino de Santiago.

Security in the hostels of the Camino de Santiago after Covid-19

The accommodations of the Jacobean Routes are working to become a "safe hostel". Here is a guide prepared by the Institute for Spanish Tourism Quality with measures for the prevention and reduction of infection by coronavirus in Spanish hostels.

The Camino de Santiago “reopens” on July 1st

Santiago Cathedral, Pilgrim's Office and public and private hostels resume their activity from July 1st, facilitating the return of pilgrims to the Jacobean Routes, taking extreme health and safety measures against Covid-19.

Digital credential for the Holy Year

The digital Credential is now available, in which pilgrims can register their steps through the different Jacobean Routes, obtaining their stamps through the capture of QR codes.

The Camino de Santiago without pilgrims

The global Covid-19 crisis has caused a 75% drop in the number of pilgrims since July 1st. The pilgrim profile this summer has been male, Spanish and walking the Camino Francés on foot.

Walking the Camino de Santiago during Covid-19

Less pilgrims, closed albergues but the same urge to go back to the Camino. Isabel and Jesús tell us about their experience on the Camino Francés in a year marked by coronavirus.

Game of the Goose: symbolic map of the Camino

The Order of the Templars could have invented this game which is actually an encrypted guide of the Camino Francés through 63 squares that represent a round trip to Santiago.

The 'Botafumeiro' returns to the Santiago Cathedral

The Xacobeo 2021 will allow us to watch the flight of this huge incense burner, which is more than one and a half meters tall and weighs over 50 kilos, swinging down from the Cathedral’s ceiling thanks to the “tiraboleiros”.

The chestnut tree of Ramil, the tree of the Camino de Santiago

It’s been on the Camino de Santiago for over 800 years. Its impressive structure appears to be a weather map. And no pilgrim goes back home without taking a picture with it. Today we share the history of Triacastela and the chestnut tree of Ramil, thanks to a man that knows it better than anyone else: Santiago Soria, a resident of the village of Ramil and a true lover of the Jacobean Route. ...