Curiosities of the Camino De Santiago

If you are passionate about the world of the Camino de Santiago and its countless mysteries, this is your site. The Camino has a huge amount of curiosities that will make you jump off the couch, put on your backpack and start walking. Myths, legends, and even countless stories are hidden behind the paths of the Camino, and in this section we tell you all of them. What are you waiting for?

The Castro of Castromaior

2025-06-20T19:04:48+02:0020 June, 2025|Curiosities|

Walking between Portomarín and Palas de Rei means crossing hills, oak groves, and villages that seem asleep, but right at kilometer eighty-two awaits a surprise that sparks the imagination. Declared an Asset [...]

The Wine Fountain of Irache

2025-04-30T08:21:03+02:0030 April, 2025|Curiosities|

One of the most iconic spots of the Camino de Santiago is the Wine Fountain of Irache, located in Ayegui, Navarra. This unique fountain, which offers free wine to pilgrims, is a [...]

Books about the Camino de Santiago

2025-04-23T08:03:30+02:0023 April, 2025|Curiosities|

The experience of walking the Camino de Santiago and heading towards Compostela has been a source of inspiration for numerous writers throughout history. Many novelists, journalists, historians, and even comic book creators [...]

The latest records of brave pilgrims

2025-04-04T12:48:46+02:004 April, 2025|Curiosities|

We know very well that the Camino de Santiago is not a competition, but we are always struck by the challenges that many pilgrims complete along the Jacobean routes. Long distances, reduced [...]

Symbols of the Camino de Santiago

2025-05-19T08:39:48+02:0031 March, 2025|Curiosities|

When undertaking the Camino de Santiago, every pilgrim should be aware of the symbols that identify this ancient route. The symbols of the Camino de Santiago have their explanation and historical significance, [...]

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