Camino de Santiago

The pilgrim´s Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela

Camino de Santiago

The pilgrim´s Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela

Camino de Santiago

The pilgrim´s Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela

Camino de Santiago

The pilgrim´s Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela

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Camino de Santiago

Your pilgrimage through Spain


[Translate to Slowtravel experience:] Route für den klassischen Jakobsweg von St.Jean-Pied-de-Port nach Santiago de Compostela

Camino Francés

The French Way of St. James
the complete version of 778 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port/ France – Pamplona/ Spain – Logroño – Santo Domingo de la Calzada – Burgos – Léon – Astorga – Ponferrada – Arzúa – Santiago de Compostela

Camino de Santiago Group travel Route: The Pilgrim's Path from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela

Camino Francés

Sarria - Santiago

Sarria - Ferreiros - Castromajor -
Palas del Rei - Melide - Arzúa - Salceda -
Amenal - Santiago de Compostela

Camino de Santiago Group travel Route: The Pilgrim's Path from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela

Guided Group - Camino Francés

Sarria - Santiago

Sarria - Portomarín -
Palas del Rei - Arzúa - Amenal -
Santiago de Compostela

Camino de Santiago original Route: The Pilgrim's Path from Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela

Camino Primitivo

The oldest Way of St. James

Oviedo – Grado – Salas – Tineo – Borres – Berducedo – Grandas de Salime – A Fonsagrada – O Cádavo – Lugo – Ferreira – Melide – Arzúa – Santiago de Compostela

Camino de Santiago Northern Route: The Pilgrim's Path from Irun to Santiago de Compostela

Camino del Norte

The Spanish Coast Walk

Irun/ Spain – San Sebastián – Gernika – Bilbao – Castro Urdiales – Santander – Llanes – Villaviciosa – Gijón – La Caridad – Ribadeo – Arzúa – Santiago de Compostela

Camino Invierno

The Winter Way

Ponferrada - Las Medulas - O Barco de Valdeorras - A Rua - Quiroga - Monforte de Lemos - Chantada - Rodeiro - Lalín - Silleda - Ponte Ulla - Santiago de Compostela

Ruta Padre Sarmiento

The Galician Coastal Route

Pontevedra - Sanxenxo - O Grove - Cambados - Vilagarcía de Arousa - Padrón - Santiago de Compostela

Camino Inglés

The English Way

Ferrol - Neda - Miño - Betanzos -
Hospital de Bruma - Sigüeiro -
Santiago de Compostela

Camiño dos Faros

The Lighthouse Way

Malpica - Niñóns - Ponteceso -
Laxe - Arou - Camariñas -
Muxía - Nemiña - Fisterra

Vía de la Plata

The Silver Way

Ourense - San Cristovo de Cea -
O Castro - Silleda - Ponte Ulla -
Santiago de Compostela


The "Camino" is a famous pilgrimage route in Spain that attracts hikers and pilgrims from all over the world.

The route is named after St. James, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, whose remains are said to be buried in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, which is the final destination of the pilgrimage.

The Camino is traditionally a religious pilgrimage, but it has become popular among hikers and outdoor enthusiasts as well. The route is a network of paths through Spain, Portugal and France, and there are several different routes that pilgrims can take to reach Santiago de Compostela.

The most popular route is the Camino Francés, which starts in the French town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port and ends in Santiago de Compostela, covering a distance of about 780 kilometers. Other routes include theCamino del Norte, which follows the northern coast of Spain and the Camino Primitivo, the oldest route which is considered the spanish original.

Pilgrimage on the Camino can be a challenging and rewarding experience, with pilgrims traversing varied terrain from mountains to plains and national parks, and passing through small villages and historic cities along the way. For pilgrims, the journey is also a spiritual one, with many seeking a deeper connection to their faith or simply looking for a sense of purpose and reflection.

Regardless of the reason for embarking on the Camino, all who walk it are considered pilgrims and are welcomed by the local communities along the route. The pilgrimage has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages and has become a cultural and spiritual icon in Spain and beyond.

The Camino de Santiago is generally considered to be very safe, also for women traveling alone. If you choose one of the more popular routes such as the French Way or the Portuguese Way, you can be sure of a safe journey. These busy routes are ideal for first-time pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela, as they offer both safety and a sense of community throughout the walk. The risk is extremely low, so there is no need to worry. Don't let fear hold you back from embarking on this great adventure!