Get ready for a unique adventure on the Camino de Santiago! Today we have great news for the Galician youth, as the president of the Xunta, Alfonso Rueda, announced on June 8th, the long awaited launch of the Xacobeo Xove program. This exciting project aims to promote the Xacobean routes among the new generations, offering discounts of up to 200 euros on accommodation and meals in tourist establishments along the Way. Don’t you think it’s incredible?

Imagine yourself walking the beautiful paths of the Camino de Santiago, connecting with nature, history and spirituality that surround this unique experience, and now, thanks to the Xacobeo Xove program, all this is at your fingertips!

The Xacobeo Xove initiative is underway

President Rueda stressed that the Camino de Santiago is an adventure that attracts people of all ages. In fact, according to data from the Pilgrim’s Office, a third of the walkers who reach Compostela are young people under 30 years old! Aware of this, the Xunta de Galicia is launching these special packages, in collaboration with travel agencies, with the aim of encouraging young people to enjoy the unique experience of walking the Xacobean route.

A lot of people at the pilgrim's office

But, how can you be part of this incredible opportunity? The Consello da Xunta de Galicia has approved last week the subscription of the agreement between the Axencia de Turismo de Galicia, the Conselleria de Política Social e Xuventude, the Asociación Clúster Empresarial de Turismo de Galicia, the Asociación de Agencias de Viajes de Galicia, the Asociación de Turoperadores receptivos de Galicia and the Asociación Provincial de Agencias de Viajes de Pontevedra. Thanks to this collaboration young adventurers like you will enjoy discounts never seen before to live in first person the unique experience of the Camino de Santiago.

Who can benefit from Xacobeo Xove?

It is important to note that these packages are aimed at boys and girls who have the Carné Xove, that is, those in the age range between 18 and 30 years old. This is your chance to live an unforgettable experience and enjoy a special price! The packages, which will be marketed by retail travel agencies, will include a discount of up to 200 euros on the total cost of the trip. Imagine all you could do with those savings! According to estimates from the Xunta de Galicia, this discount will cover between 40% and 50% of the total cost of the trip.

In addition, this exciting campaign will run until December 31 and has a budget of one million euros. This means that around 5,000 young people are expected to benefit from this program – don’t miss the chance to be one of them!

An opportunity to seize

Remember that the Camino de Santiago is much more than a simple route. It is an experience that will allow you to discover breathtaking landscapes, meet people from different cultures and immerse yourself in the history and traditions that surround this iconic destination. Every step you take on the Camino will be an adventure full of learning and self-discovery.

Young people in front of Santiago cathedral

So get ready to live an unforgettable experience on the Camino de Santiago thanks to the Xacobeo Xove program. With these exclusive discounts, you will be able to save money on accommodation and meals, and enjoy this wonderful journey to the fullest. Do not miss this unique opportunity!

Choose your path, follow your steps and create memories that will last forever, we are waiting for you on the Camino de Santiago!