How long is the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela?
about 30 days
For a prepared and experienced hiker, this route takes about 30 days start to finish, covering nearly 500 miles. Keep in mind that the Camino Francés receives the most foot traffic, meaning there’s plenty of opportunity to meet other pilgrims, but also a fair share of crowds during much of the year.
Where does the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela start?
St. Jean Pied-du-Port
When most people talk about “the Camino”, they’re referring to just one of many routes to Santiago de Compostela. Also known as the Camino Francés (the French Way), this route starts at St. Jean Pied-du-Port in France, crosses the Pyrenees, and continues westwards across Spain about 60 miles south of the coast.
Which is the most beautiful Camino route?
Camino del Norte. The Northern Way is arguably the most scenic, running along the Bay of Biscay coast from foodie San Sebastián, via Bilbao and Santander and an array of beautiful beaches, to Oviedo; from here you can join the Camino Primitivo to reach Santiago.
What is the most famous route on the road to Santiago de Compostela?
The Camino Francés
The walk: The Camino Francés (or French Way) is the most popular route by far and starts in the French town of St Jean Pied de Port. Taking in the Pyrenees, it spans a distance of 800km (500 miles approximately) and most walkers aim to complete it in around five or six weeks.
What is the easiest Camino de Santiago?
The shortest Camino walk is the route known as the Camino Ingles, in Northern Galicia. The Camino Ingles has, in fact, two official starting points: the port-cities of A Coruña and Ferrol, located 75km and 113kms away from Santiago, respectively.
Which is the most popular Camino route?
The Camino Frances
The Camino Frances (French Way) is the most popular Camino route. As per its name, this route starts in Saint-Pied-de-Port and crosses the French-Spanish border in the Pyrenees. According to the pilgrims’ office, over 60% of pilgrims walked this route in 2017.