Camino de Santiago from Madrid
The Camino de Santiago can be done from many places throughout Spain and, of course, among them is the Spanish capital city, Madrid. Find out all about this route.
Read moreThe Camino de Santiago can be done from many places throughout Spain and, of course, among them is the Spanish capital city, Madrid. Find out all about this route.
Read moreThere are as many alternative routes of the Camino de Santiago as there are pilgrims who pass through them. This is why there are some Jacobean routes that fall into oblivion, such as the Camino Olvidado (Forgotten Way) or Old Way of St. James.
Read moreAs you may already know, there are a large number of secondary routes that link the Camino de Santiago with the whole of Spain, to the point of developing a network of Caminos that cover the entire peninsular territory. On this occasion, we will talk about one of the most important routes in the south, the Camino Mozarabe.
Read moreAs we have already pointed out on numerous occasions, the Camino de Santiago weaves an enormous network of routes throughout the Spanish territory, and in all the autonomous communities there is a path that connects with the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. This time, it is time to talk about the Catalan Way.
Read moreThe Church states that every pilgrim to Compostela can obtain the indulgencia plenaria (plenary indulgence) or grace of the Jubilee on his or her own if 3 conditions are met.
Read moreThe Cross of Saint James is one of the most important and characteristic symbols of the Camino, and is directly related to the Apostle. Today we talk about its origin and historical value, as well as some of the examples where you can see it represented.
Read moreMonte do Gozo is one of the most important points on the Camino de Santiago. We tell you why it has been a key place for pilgrims since medieval times, as well as the origin of its curious name.
Read moreWe tell you the origin, relevance and location of a symbol of the Camino de Santiago as important as the Cruz de Ferro (Cruz de Hierro in castilian).
Read moreThere is a curiosity that escapes most people and that is that there is a fork in the road, once you reach the town of San Vicente de la Barquera, called the Camino Lebaniego, which has a history of more than 500 years.
Read moreMany are the pilgrims who, when making the adventure of the pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, decide to stay in different accommodations, but undoubtedly the most popular are the albergues (hostels). But… do you really know what hostels are and how they work?
Read moreWe hope that when you finish reading this post, in which we will analyze the advantages and disadvantages of walking the Camino de Santiago alone, you will understand that the Camino does not understand of groups or solitude, because while we walk its routes no pilgrim is alone.
Read moreIn order to take into account all the necessary factors in this planning, we want to show you these tips to organize the Camino de Santiago.
Read moreIn this blog post we will show you one of the most important starting points on the Camino de Santiago, the city of Burgos. There are several reasons that may motivate you to do it from this location.
Read moreMany pilgrims decide to start the Camino de Santiago from Roncesvalles, that is, the French Way, although this French route begins in the town of Saint Jean Pied de Port, located in France. In fact, Roncesvalles is the second village after St. Jean Pied de Port and the first stop on Spanish territory.
Read moreTui is a famous town outside the pilgrimage to Santiago because it is a border town that separates the countries of Spain and Portugal. But it is also famous within the Jacobean route, more specifically, within the Portuguese Way, for being the starting point for the last 100 km of this route.
Read moreWe offer you the most complete information about the different means of transport and their timetables, as well as the road routes, so that you only have to worry about the stages you will have to cover after your arrival in Sarria.
Read moreOne of the most important factors when arriving in Santiago de Compostela is the weight of our luggage. Often people make the mistake of carrying certain items unnecessarily and this ends up creating a problem.
Read moreIn this post we will discuss these topics and give a few brief tips that we consider basic for a good daily diet while walking the different Jacobean routes.
Read moreWhat is a Botafumeiro used for? What is the origin of the yellow arrows? What exactly is a scallop? How often is the Holy Year celebrated? If you want to discover the basic concepts that every pilgrim should know, we explain them below.
Read moreThere is a dictionary meaning that defines the origin of the word and what is meant by it. However, being a pilgrim goes beyond a simple meaning, it embraces much more, it brings together a number of feelings that are not reflected in a definition.
Read moreIt is very important to know how to take care of your feet to do the Camino de Santiago and thus avoid the appearance of certain ailments and injuries that can disrupt the preconceived times to carry out the walk.
Read moreIf you have come this far at least something you have clear, the way to do it, so we are going to give you all the information you need to know what to bring to do the Camino de Santiago by bike.
Read moreOn many occasions, one of the doubts that assault first-time pilgrims is whether they will be able to withstand with guarantees this great challenge of pilgrimage and if they need some physical preparation for the Camino de Santiago.
Read moreOnce you have decided to take on this challenge, you will be facing the first dilemma, which will play a key role on the development of your experience: organise it on your own or have a specialised travel agency do it for you. In this post, we tell you the advantages and disadvantages of each option. In this post we tell you the advantages and disadvantages of both options.
Read moreIn this post, we tackle one of the most recurring issues from the very moment we decide to embark on the Camino de Santiago: what type of shoes should I wear?
Read moreIn this article we will try to solve all your questions about this topic and, in addition, we will highlight what to take in your backpack depending on what time of the year you undertake the Jacobean route.
Read moreWhen you decide to do the Camino de Santiago, there is an important factor to consider: how much time you can spend in getting to Santiago de Compostela. To find out more, keep reading, we have gathered some of the most frequent options for you. If you want to know what are the different options available, keep reading, since Pilgrim we have done the calculations for you.
Read moreThe Camino de Santiago is a unique experience that can be enjoyed any time of the year. However, each season has some pros and cons.
Read moreBefore getting to know the different costs related to the Camino de Santiago, we must point out that the Camino is a network of several jacobean routes that cross different regions of Spain, Portugal and France, so prices may vary slightly from one route to another.
Read moreAlong this course, no pilgrim ever walks alone. Stage after stage, bonds of friendship are forged, so if you are thinking about undertaking the Camino on your own, Sarria is one of the best possible starting points.
Read moreYou can cover the last 100k to Santiago from many different points amongst all of the routes of the Camino: French Way, Primitive Way, Northern Way, Portuguese Ways, English Way, Sanabrian Way and Winter Way. Although there are other jacobean routes, they do not end in Santiago, but serve as connection between the above mentioned routes and numerous parts of the Spanish territory.
Read moreIf you are thinking about cycling the Camino de Santiago, it is strictly necessary that you cover at least 200 kilometres if you want to obtain the official certificate of the Camino de Santiago. That is why we want to give you information about each starting point, depending on what route you choose, so you can accomplish that.
Read moreGalicia is getting ready for the Jubilee 2021, eleven years after the last Holy Year. But, what exactly is the Jubilee Year and why do we want you to enjoy it in 2021?
Read moreThe 23 September is officially the autumn equinox, the date which signals the change of season. The summer finishes, the period when there is the highest concentration of pilgrims along the Camino de Santiago, but did you know that the Camino in autumn can actually bring together better conditions for your pilgrimage?
Read moreWe’ll cover the pros and cons of doing the Camino in Winter, thus helping you to prepare for your adventure at a time of year when you can live the Camino in a completely different way.
Read moreMany people opt for doing their pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago in summer, perhaps because of the climate, or maybe simply because for many people it coincides with their holidays and they know that the best way to enjoy them, is by walking to the Compostela capital.
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