Camino Church Architecture Cheat Sheet
March 17, 2026
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Learn how to spot Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque churches on the Camino with this simple, practical cheat sheet for pilgrims.
Category: The Camino Francés
10 Things To Do in Santiago de Compostela (After You’ve Finished Your Camino)
October 21, 2025
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So you’ve made it. You’ve got your Compostela certificate, you’ve celebrated your journey and your achievement, but don’t rush off just yet. Santiago is special, and after weeks of walking, you deserve time to enjoy it properly.
The complete list of donativo albergues [May 2025]
October 18, 2025
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One of the things that makes the Camino really special are the donativo albergues. They can be a bit rough around the edges. Usually no reservations, and they probably won’t entertain you sending your bags ahead. They are old school, often simple and frugal, but full of love and generosity. They really capture the true spirit of the Camino.
Finisterre and Muxía
October 17, 2025
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The final 113 kilometres from Sarria to Santiago wind through shady woods, past stone-walled farms, and tiny Galician villages where cows often have more right to the road than you do.
A Guide to Alternative Routes on the Camino Francés
August 29, 2025
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Planning to walk the Camino Francés?
Here are 10 top tips to help you avoid the bed race and enjoy more solitude and peace along the way.
10 Ways to Avoid the Bed Race and Walk in Peace
July 24, 2025
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Planning to walk the Camino Francés?
Here are 10 top tips to help you avoid the bed race and enjoy more solitude and peace along the way.
Sarria to Santiago
May 16, 2025
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The final 113 kilometres from Sarria to Santiago wind through shady woods, past stone-walled farms, and tiny Galician villages where cows often have more right to the road than you do.
Ponferrada to Sarria
May 12, 2025
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From Ponferrada to Sarria is about 100 km. You’ll cross Bierzo’s vineyards, pass through Villafranca, and tackle the climb to O Cebreiro before descending into lush Galician hills.
Astorga to Ponferrada
May 10, 2025
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From Astorga to Ponferrada is 53 km through mountain villages like Rabanal and Foncebadón. Highlights include the Cruz de Ferro, river swims in Molinaseca, and Ponferrada’s Templar castle.
Leon to Astorga
May 8, 2025
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The 48 km walk from León to Astorga is flat and peaceful. Take the Villar de Mazarife route, enjoy quiet villages, Hospital de Órbigo’s bridge, and Astorga’s Gaudí palace.