Camino de Santiago guides

How to Choose Your First Camino de Santiago

To choose your first Camino de Santiago, make these decisions in order: how many days you have, how much exertion you can manage and what kind of experience you want. If you have a week, the easiest options to fit in are the English Way or the section from Sarria to Santiago.

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Stage spotlight

Sarria to Portomarín: Complete Stage Guide

The stage from Sarria to Portomarín covers 22 km.

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Route guide

Complete Vía de la Plata Guide 2026

The Vía de la Plata runs from Sevilla to Santiago de Compostela, covering 973 km over 36 stages. It is a demanding, solitary Camino with long gaps between services, best suited to experienced pilgrims who are physically well prepared and able to plan each day carefully.

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Practical guide

French Way or Portuguese Way? An Honest Comparison

Choose the French Way if you want the most sociable experience, excellent infrastructure and a wide variety of landscapes. Choose the Portuguese Way if you would prefer a gentler, quieter route that is easy to fit into a short holiday.

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Practical guide Packing

Backpack Transfers Between Camino Stages

Learn how to book daily backpack transfers between Camino accommodation: bookings, labels, size limits and what to keep with you while walking.

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Seasonal

The Camino de Santiago in July: Heat, Crowds and Practical Tips

Walking the Camino de Santiago in July is well worth it if you plan your stages around the heat and book accommodation on the busiest stretches.

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Practical guide Choose

Camino de Santiago in two weeks: routes and itineraries

With 12–15 days, you can complete several Caminos or walk a substantial section of the longer routes. Compare effort, connections and spare time before choosing where to start.

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Practical guide Choose

Portuguese Way: Central or Coastal route—which should you choose?

Choosing the Central or Coastal Portuguese Way? Compare scenery, weather exposure, river crossings, accommodation and the point where the routes meet from Porto.

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Practical guide Prepare

How to Get to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Start the Camino

The simplest public transport route to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is usually to connect in Bayonne with the regional train to the town. You can also arrive by road from Spain, but check the entire trip, especially the last leg.

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Practical guide Santiago

Luggage Storage in Santiago and Sending a Suitcase Ahead

If you are already in Santiago and need to leave your backpack for hours or days, use luggage storage. If you have yet to walk and want a suitcase waiting at the end, book a direct shipment with storage.

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Practical guide Choose

Least crowded Camino de Santiago routes

Some Camino routes are far quieter than the French Way from Sarria, but they also have fewer services. Compare terrain, season and self-sufficiency before choosing solitude.

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