The Camino de Santiago, month by month CAMINO DE SANTIAGO WALKING ROUTES Completing the 800km Spanish section of the Camino, all the way from the Pyrenees, means setting aside a good month or two, and walking at a good speed. Fortunately for pilgrims with limited …
For an extended pilgrimage, such as the Camino de Santiago or the Via Francigena, keeping your phone battery and devices charged can be very important. Not only will you want to charge your batteries for photos and videos, but keeping your smartphone battery charged can …
One of the biggest concerns for pilgrims and backpackers is: How to Prevent Blisters While Backpacking the Camino de Santiago? In this video from the Sacred Steps Camino 101 series, author Kevin Donahue (www.sacredstepsbook.com) shares his three-step system that has prevented blisters in his pilgrimage …
The Camino de Santiago is a network of ancient pilgrim routes stretching across Europe and coming together at the shrine of the apostle Saint James the Great in the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. In this short video, we explore five popular routes, including …
What are the best smartphone apps for walking the Camino de Santiago? In this CAMINO 101 video, author Kevin Donahue (http://www.sacredstepsbook.com) explores five essential iPhone and Android apps for pilgrims walking Spain’s Camino de Santiago. PILGRIMS: Subscribe and watch more of our CAMINO 101 …
Considering the Camino de Santiago but not sure if you should take a sleeping bag for your pilgrimage in Spain? In this Camino 101 video, we’re answering the question for pilgrims and cold sleepers on the Camino de Santiago. DISCUSSIONS IN THIS VIDEO: …
Pilgrim, backpacker, and author Kevin Donahue (http://sacredstepsbook.com) discusses the pilgrim passport and how to document your journey along the Camino de Santiago, Via Francigena, and other pilgrim pathways in Spain, Portugal, and throughout Europe. PILGRIMS: View more CAMINO 101 Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDWimWfrqpnRyOnGgl5eFn75JB4MZBlGV DISCUSSIONS IN …
Pilgrim, backpacker, and author Kevin Donahue (http://sacredstepsbook.com) answers the question, “How Much does it Cost to Walk the Camino de Santiago? “and tips for budgeting your pilgrimage through France, Spain, or Portugal to Santiago de Compostela along the Camino de Santiago. CAMINO 101 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list… …
Pilgrim and author Kevin Donahue (http://sacredstepsbook.com) gives four tips on how to sleep comfortably on the Camino de Santiago on this episode of Camino 101. CAMINO 101 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list… DISCUSSIONS IN THIS VIDEO: 0:00 Introduction 0:23 Sacred Steps Podcast 0:56 How to Sleep …
For many pilgrims, the commitment of time required or the physical demands of walking the entirety of the Camino de Santiago may not be possible. However, pilgrims may receive the Compostela (Pilgrim Certificate) by walking at least the last 100km to Santiago de Compostela.
Following a year which saw the fewest pilgrims arriving in Santiago de Compostela in more than a decade due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, many are preparing to walk the Way in what will be a very special and important year: the 2021 Holy Year …
With more Americans walking the Camino de Santiago and looking for a Camino walk in the United States, the California Missions Trail has begun to draw more pilgrims seeking a pilgrimage walk in America.
As an experienced backpacker in the United States, I’m well-acquainted with how to read and follow trail blazes in North America. However, when I started hiking distance routes and trails in Europe,
One of the universal symbols of pilgrims in western culture is the simple scallop shell. The shell is used both both for waymarking and as a metaphor for the Camino de Santiago, its lines said to represent the different routes to the tomb of Saint …
In the summer of 2019, I set out on my first Camino de Santiago pilgrimage along the ancient route from Portugal into Spain to Santiago de Compostela. As an experienced hiker, I spent a lot of time researching my backpack and clothes to ensure I …
One of the more unique aspects of the Camino de Santiago is the system of pilgrim hostels established as accommodations along the way known as albergues. Available exclusively to pilgrims, these facilities offer an inexpensive one-night stay option along The Way. Generally, albergues provide …