Routes
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.
May 1, 2026
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The Camino Francés
Camino Church Architecture Cheat Sheet
Learn how to spot Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque churches on the Camino with this simple, practical cheat sheet for pilgrims.
March 17, 2026
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The Camino Francés
10 Things To Do in Santiago de Compostela (After You’ve Finished Your Camino)
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.
October 21, 2025
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The Camino Francés
The complete list of donativo albergues [May 2025]
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.
October 18, 2025
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The Camino Francés
Finisterre and Muxía
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.
October 17, 2025
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Camino Aragonés
Guide to the Camino Aragonés
Discover the Camino Aragonés. Starting at Somport, this route takes you through the Pyrenees, Jaca, and historic villages before joining the main Camino.
September 12, 2025
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Routes
A Guide to Alternative Routes on the Camino Francés
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.
August 29, 2025
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The Camino Francés
10 Ways to Avoid the Bed Race and Walk in Peace
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.
July 24, 2025
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Routes
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.
June 20, 2025
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The Camino Francés
Sarria to Santiago
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.
May 16, 2025
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The Camino Francés
Ponferrada to Sarria
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.
May 12, 2025
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The Camino Francés
Astorga to Ponferrada
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.
May 10, 2025
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