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 [...]
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 [...]
