Altamira Caves: soak up prehistory with its cave art
The Altamira Cave, located in Santillana del Mar (Cantabria) and very close to the route of the Camino del Norte, is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. Often [...]
The 5 Best Routes to Complete the Camino in One Week
One of the most common questions when thinking about doing the Camino de Santiago is how long it takes and where to start. Given the limited time we have, many of you [...]
Walking the Camino in January
Have you ever wondered if walking the Camino de Santiago in January is possible? In the month of New Year's resolutions, you might be able to fulfill a very special one: the [...]
The amazing Mystery of Óbanos
The legend of the Mystery of Óbanos is one of the most well-known and representative stories of the Camino de Santiago in Navarre. It is a medieval tale full of symbolism, faith [...]
Phrases, Sayings, and Quotes from the Camino de Santiago
The Camino de Santiago is a unique experience that transforms those who walk it. Along this ancient route, pilgrims learn and share phrases, sayings, and quotes that reflect the essence of the [...]
Doing the Camino de Santiago in an organized group in 2026: available routes and dates
What if this year you chose something different? What if you decided to pause, breathe, and walk without hurry... accompanied by people who, like you, are seeking something more than just a [...]
The Best Christmas Lights on the Camino de Santiago
At the doors of December, all the cities of Galicia dress up with the typical Christmas lights. Garlands of lights and large illuminated trees are installed in the cities and villages that [...]
The Miñoto Ribeiro Way, the fruit of history, wine and nature
The Miñoto Ribeiro Camino de Santiago is a route that connects the north of Portugal with the city of Santiago de Compostela. A Jacobean route still unknown to most of the pilgrim [...]
The Plenary Indulgence: A Clean Slate for the Pilgrim
The term "indulgence" is defined by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its first meaning as "ease in forgiving or concealing faults or in granting graces." In other words, it refers to [...]
Walking the Camino de Santiago in Winter
Have you ever imagined yourself walking the Camino de Santiago in winter? In this post, we want to be your ultimate guide for embarking on the Jacobean trails during the winter season. [...]
Walking the Camino de Santiago in December
Imagine walking the Camino de Santiago in December! In this article, we're gonna dive into how to tackle the Jacobean Route in the year’s final month. We'll share top tips to make [...]
A Garnacha: A Must-Stop on the French Way
The Camino de Santiago is such a profound experience that it’s hard to put into words. For some, it’s a personal challenge; for others, an opportunity to disconnect. And for many, it’s [...]
The Cathedral of San Salvador of Oviedo
Whoever dreams of doing the Camino de Santiago will sooner or later hear the name Oviedo. In the very heart of the historic center stands the Cathedral of San Salvador, a temple [...]
Santiago de Compostela: what to see and do
Santiago de Compostela is best understood on foot, and it’s no coincidence that it is the final destination of the Camino de Santiago. Stone, fine rain and the murmur of bells compose [...]
Portuguese Way of the Vía de la Plata: a Cross-Border Route to Discover
The Portuguese Way of the Vía de la Plata is one of the many routes of the Camino de Santiago that connects the city of Zamora with northern Portugal and later joins [...]
The Santa Compaña: Legend or History of the Camino de Santiago?
The Camino de Santiago is a journey shrouded in mysteries and legends, especially in the magical land of Galicia. One of the most intriguing in Galicia is the legend of the Santa [...]
Santiago celebrates the 500,000th pilgrim: the Camino makes history
In the morning of October 20, 2025, the Pilgrim’s Reception Office certified something unprecedented: the 500,000th pilgrim of the year on the Camino de Santiago. The pilgrim had arrived on Sunday, October [...]
How to Get to Roncesvalles
If you've made it this far, it's likely that you've decided to walk the Camino de Santiago, specifically the French Way starting from Roncesvalles. If you've chosen this route, the big question [...]
Tourist tax in Galicia and the Camino de Santiago
The tourist tax in Galicia is now a reality for visitors staying overnight in the Galician region. The cities of Santiago de Compostela and A Coruña introduced this new levy in the [...]
Camino to Finisterre: The Ultimate Guide
Imagine reaching the end of an incredible journey, where the land meets the sea and the sun sets over an infinite horizon. This place is not a dream; it exists and has [...]
