TOTAL WALKING DISTANCE: 824 KM TOTAL CYCLING DISTANCE: 827 KM Please note that the alternative routes we suggest start at stage 30. The main reasons for doing so are: MAKE LONG STAGES (MORE THAN 40 KM) MORE AFFORDABLE HAVE MORE … Read More
Pilgrims
Stages of the Camino del Norte: On foot and by bike
Surely you have found on the Internet a lot of information about the different stages of the Camino del Norte to Santiago and the places where to sleep. We have been pilgrims and we are regular hikers, so we know … Read More
What is the best footwear for walking the Camino?
In the previous article we talked about the importance of footwear on long journeys lasting several days. Be especially careful if you will be walking for a week or more, or you will be walking more than 30km per day. … Read More
What should a pilgrim carry in his backpack?
The pilgrim’s backpack: small and lightweight This is likely to be the biggest challenge for the walker, especially if the route will be a week or longer. Why? Because we tend to tend to “just in case”, and the sums … Read More
Where to sleep on the Camino de Santiago?
We will give you a very Galician answer: it depends. It depends on you and your needs, but we can tell you what you should consider when choosing your sleeping area: The quality and hours of sleep you need. Not … Read More
The 4 routes of the Camino de Santiago: Which one to do?
Not all routes are equally demanding, but the harder the route, the more impressive the scenery. It is up to you to decide and it will shape your experience from start to finish. We would like to give you a … Read More