Santiago’s way

Information aboutCamino de Santiago

The Camino de Santiago is a medieval pilgrimage whose purpose is to reach the tomb of the apostle Santiago, located in the crypt of the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

It has become an emblematic destination for all Christendom, as well as being declared a World Heritage Site and the Prince of Asturias Award for Concord “How to arrive from pilgrimage and meeting between people and peoples that, over the centuries, has become symbol of fraternity and vertebrador of a European conscience “

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Pilgrimage

Routes in SpainPilgrimage

separador

There are numerous routes that have been created in Spain. The most emblematic with the Portuguese road, French, northern route, English and via de la plata.

The road is marked with a yellow arrow, with institutional plates and the symbolic scallop, you can not miss it!

Pilgrim's Credential

Pilgrim's Credential

The credential or accreditation of the Pilgrim is an identification document that can be obtained in parishes, shelters and associations of the Way. The entity will fill in the pilgrim’s information and stamp it in each phase or stage of the Camino. Upon arrival in Santiago, it will be sealed in the Pilgrim’s Office.

It is essential to stay in the hostels and to request the “Compostela”: ecclesiastical certificate given to the pilgrims when they finish their journey. To win it you must have traveled at least the last 100 km on foot. During the Middle Ages, it was an indulgence that reduced half the time of the soul in purgatory.

Comfort shoes

For a pilgrim, the most important thing is the comfort of the footwear

Realistic goals

Set yourself realistic goals! Try to do the kilometers for which you are prepared

Do not carry too many things

Do not carry too many things in your backpack, try to make it just the essential

Rest and relax

Rest and relax at the end of the day. Recover for the next stage!