What do you gain by doing the Camino de Santiago?

By doing the Camino de Santiago, one gains personal growth, whether religious, spiritual, emotional, or physical. Many experience inner peace, self-knowledge, and a sense of achievement. Friendships are formed and the cultural richness of the journey is enjoyed. At the end, pilgrims can receive the Compostela, the final certificate of their pilgrimage.

If you’re thinking about the plenary indulgence, you should know that it’s not necessary to do the Camino de Santiago to obtain it. If you want to know more, click here.