![]() It takes approximately five weeks to walk the whole route from the town of Saint Jean Pied de Port, at the foot of the Pyrenees, on the French side. While it is not the oldest route, the Camino Francés has definitely become synonymous with ‘The Camino’ and it is by far the best known and most transited of all the Camino routes although the trail starts getting busier mainly on the last stages into Santiago.Īs its name suggests, the Camino Francés was the path taken by pilgrims coming from France. As a result different Camino de Santiago routes developed over centuries, as pilgrims travelled from all corners of Europe and beyond, sharing journeys and experiences.įor 21st century pilgrims, the Camino de Santiago remains a great adventure and there are many different trails to choose from, each of them with their particular history, heritage, culture, food and traditions. Medieval pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela and other places of pilgrimage used to start their journeys from their own homes, towns and villages making their way to Santiago taking the safest route they could find. ![]() ![]() There are many Camino trails but which Camino de Santiago route is best for you? Which path should you take? Today we share a bit of history and practical tips to help you find the right Camino for you. ![]()
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