10 Books I recommend you read before walking the Camino de Santiago
The list is a bit of an eclectic mix—there are inspiring travel memoirs from pilgrims who’ve walked the Camino, books about the joys and challenges of hiking and walking in general, and books that explore the spirit, culture, and history of Spain. Happy reading! And, if you’ve got any book recommendations, drop them in the comments—I’d love to hear them.
The Dragonte Route
The most Epic day on the Camino. Every year nearly 500,000 people walk the Camino, but less than 100 take on the challenge of the Dragonte Route.
The Camino Invierno – Monforte de Lemos to Santiago
From Monforte de Lemos, it’s approximately 135 kilometres to Santiago de Compostela, on the Camino Invierno (the Winter Way), a walk that typically takes about 5 or 6 days to complete.
Samos to Monforte de Lemos – Connecting the Camino Francés with the Camino de Invierno
The last 100 kilometres of the Camino Francés are often much maligned. After nearly 700 kilometres of walking from Saint Jean Pied de Port, the sudden influx of new pilgrims starting in Sarria can feel very overwhelming.
10 Handy Apps Every Camino Pilgrim Should Consider
If you are the kind of pilgrim who wants to unplug, disconnect from technology, and immerse fully in the Camino experience, look away now! But if you’re planning to bring your phone, here’s a list of ten apps I recommend downloading before you go.
10 Unforgettable Albergues I Loved on the Camino Francés
One of the things that makes the Camino truly special for me are the albergues.
Albergues are more than just places to sleep—they are part of the unique fabric of the Camino experience, offering a mix of hospitality, connection, and sometimes even a touch of magic.
Finisterre to Muxia- The perfect last day on the Camino
If you have some time at the end of your Camino, I highly recommend walking on to Finisterre and then to Muxía.
10 Tips for Cycling the Camino Santiago
The first time I biked the Camino, I thought it would be easy. I bike about 20 miles a day commuting to work, so I figured I’d be well-prepared. But I was in for a surprise. Biking the Camino turned out to be physically and spiritually challenging in ways I hadn’t anticipated.