The Other Certificates of the Camino de Santiago
All pilgrims know that there are many routes on the Camino de Santiago to travel, and upon reaching Santiago, they can obtain the Compostela. However, not everyone knows that there are also [...]
Portomarín, the village that was reborn from the Miño River
Portomarín, a picturesque village in the province of Lugo, is primarily known for being a very special stop on the Camino de Santiago. However, there is something more in its history that [...]
How to Do the Camino de Santiago?
Doing the Camino de Santiago is an enriching way to spend your time traveling. Not only that, it's a destination that offers various options since the routes to Santiago de Compostela are [...]
The Camino de Santiago in November: A Journey of Reflection
The Camino de Santiago is a spiritual and cultural adventure that attracts thousands of pilgrims from around the world throughout the year. However, one of the most unique times to do the [...]
The Botafumeiro of Santiago Cathedral: history, curiosities and how to see it
The Cathedral of Santiago, in addition to housing the relics of the Apostle and being the destination of every pilgrim, contains an iconic element of the city. The Botafumeiro, that great flying [...]
Doing the Camino de Santiago in Autumn
Autumn is the perfect season for those who seek to enjoy the Camino de Santiago in a calmer way, with fewer crowds and a spectacular landscape. During this time, the weather is [...]
Signage on the Camino de Santiago
Finding your way on the Camino de Santiago is part of the experience… and one of the keys to enjoying it stress-free. Along the Jacobean routes, you’ll find clear and consistent signage: [...]
Late August and September: The Best Time to Walk the Camino de Santiago
If you're thinking about doing the Camino de Santiago and still haven't made up your mind, we have good news: the end of summer and the beginning of autumn are a true [...]
Our pilgrims reveal how the Camino de Santiago transforms lives
It has been inspiring travellers from all over the world for centuries and, according to a recent survey carried out by us, the Camino de Santiago continues to leave a deep mark [...]
The Tower of Hercules: History, Legends, and Panoramas of A Coruña
The Tower of Hercules is a symbol of A Coruña and Galicia, with more than two thousand years of history, and is one of the oldest lighthouses in the world still in [...]
Caldas de Reis, a paradise of thermal waters
Caldas de Reis is one of the most comforting stops on the Camino de Santiago in its Portuguese route. Famous for its thermal waters, it offers pilgrims an ideal place to rest, [...]
The most charming villages of Galicia
Galicia, land of magical landscapes and deep-rooted traditions, hides among its green hills and Atlantic coast a series of villages that deserve to be known. In this article, we invite you to [...]
The Sanctuary of Virxe da Barca in Muxía
On the Costa da Morte, where the Atlantic unleashes its fury and the land becomes a promise, stands one of Galicia’s most moving sanctuaries: the Sanctuary of Virxe da Barca, in Muxía. [...]
Cape Finisterre Lighthouse
After visiting the Cathedral of Santiago, there’s another place that captivates everyone who arrives: the Finisterre Lighthouse (or Fisterra, in Galician). Located in the mythical “End of the World”, this corner of [...]
The Ten Commandments of the Pilgrim
Walking the Camino de Santiago is much more than simply putting one foot in front of the other. It is a physical, mental, and spiritual journey that transforms anyone brave enough to [...]
The Camino de Santiago from Madrid
The Camino de Santiago from Madrid is the route that pilgrims walk from the capital of Spain to Santiago de Compostela. Just as Madrid and its Puerta del Sol mark the kilometer [...]
The Vadinian Way
Looking for a pilgrimage that combines the challenge of the mountains with inner peace? Then the Vadinian Way is made for you. This ancestral route links the spiritual retreat of the Monastery [...]
Foods You Must Have in Your Backpack on the Camino de Santiago
Whenever we give advice for doing the Camino de Santiago, we emphasize the importance of being well-fed and hydrated. Finding yourself without energy and thirsty during the Camino is not advisable, which [...]
Monastery of Samos, monumental simplicity
You cross the old stone bridge, hear the water of the Sarria River, and suddenly the stone silhouette of the Monastery of San Julián de Samos dominates the entire valley. The feeling [...]
Bedbugs in hostels on the Camino de Santiago
Have you ever wondered how something as small as a bedbug can impact your experience on the Camino de Santiago? It's a troubling question, isn't it? In this article, we will uncover [...]
