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The Camino de Santiago del Norte is another alternative you have to make a pilgrimage to Compostela in six days. This route joins the Camino Frances in its final stages, therefore part of the route you will do so following the French route. If you have six days, you can start walking from the town of Abadín. Average distance: 25km a day at 4km / 2,5 miles an hour. The Camino de Santiago on foot is usually traveled at an average pace of 4-5km/h or 2,5 miles/h. And the distance per day should not exceed 25km (15 miles) or fall below 20km (12,5 miles), although this will depend on the difficulty of the stage and the physical condition of the pilgrim. 1 – Camino Frances in Autumn September is an excellent month to walk the first stage of the Camino Frances (St. Jean to Pamplona) as it is cooler but not too cold yet. As we move into early autumn the scenery on the way down through the Pyrenees is particularly colourful with plenty of late summers produce on the tables. Camino Francés Federación aboga por la protección y preservación del Camino de Santiago en las Cortes de Navarra. El pasado martes, 24 de octubre, Camino Francés Federación ha acudido al Parlamento de Navarra, para trasladar los objetivos, actividades y preocupaciones del Camino Francés ante la Comisión de Cultura, Turismo y Deporte de El Camino Francés consta en su totalidad de 32 etapas en su recorrido desde la localidad francesa limítrofe de Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Desde Roncesvalles, la primera localidad española del Camino Francés, hasta Santiago de Compostela hay una distancia de 790 kilómetros que se pueden completar aproximadamente entre 30, caminando a una nonton drama china my girlfriend is alien 2 sub indo. #1 Hi all, After doing a week of the Camino a number of years ago I am finally in a position to do the Camino Frances route in September and was hoping for some advice. I have my flight to Biarritz and transfer from the airport to St Jean Pied de Port sorted. I also booked accommodation for St Jean, Roncesvallies, Zubiri and Pamplona as I heard this is where a bottleneck of pilgrims may occur. After that I'm hoping to just wing it and let the Camino provide or else keep a rolling 3-5 day booking system depending on how things develop. Is what I have done pretty much all I need to do? I plan to continue reading the forum for packing tips over the next while and I also plan on spending the next few months learning Spanish, training and eventually showing up to St Jean Pied de Port with my pilgrim passport and ready to walk. I'm also hoping to read some guide books to ensure I don't miss on any sights along the way. Just nervous about it all and wondered if any experienced pilgrim could spot any major flaws in my plan or anything I'm missing and one question I had was regarding the return flight. I cannot predict exactly how many days it will take yet so not sure how to handle this? Thanks. #2 Barry11, You seem to have touched all bases for you autumn camino. Do test your gear from the earlier walk to make certain that it is indeed "good to go". Retrain yourself so that your body is also ready to walk all day, every day for several weeks. Check out this this earlier thread regarding what past walkers thought important. Happy planning, retraining and Buen camino! #3 Barry11, You seem to have touched all bases for you autumn camino. Do test your gear from the earlier walk to make certain that it is indeed "good to go". Retrain yourself so that your body is also ready to walk all day, every day for several weeks. Check out this this earlier thread regarding what past walkers thought important. Happy planning, retraining and Buen camino! Thank you very much for your response, really appreciate it. I will of course check out that earlier thread. #4 I think what you’ve done is sensible. Typically numbers fall in mid September so you can decide as you go whether you need to reserve accommodation ahead or not. I think not. Whatever you’re thinking of packing; try it out in advance and ‘if in doubt; leave it out’. #5 Why worry? The Camino provides! I had no planning, nothing booked ahead (only one time, from the Albergue in Pamplona to Puente de la Reina, just to have a bed secured after a really long walk). I trained and break in my boots on walks of 100km in total on the local hills. Had no transfer organized from Airport to SJPdP. No guidebook at hand, just like in the old days. And I arrived in SdC after 27 amazing days safe and sound and very happy! My advices to you: -> Do not overplan! -> Take your time, walk your pace. -> Look after your feet. -> Turn around and breathe! -> Drink plenty of water and wine! -> Eat local. -> Connect to your fellow pilgrims, they are your comrades. -> Talk and listen a lot when needed. -> Take only 50% of what's in your b/p, it's enough! -> Have fun! -> Enjoy your walk, even if it sometime gets hard and boring. Hope you will have a great walk! BC Roland #6 Why worry? The Camino provides! I had no planning, nothing booked ahead (only one time, from the Albergue in Pamplona to Puente de la Reina, just to have a bed secured after a really long walk). I trained and break in my boots on walks of 100km in total on the local hills. Had no transfer organized from Airport to SJPdP. No guidebook at hand, just like in the old days. And I arrived in SdC after 27 amazing days safe and sound and very happy! My advices to you: -> Do not overplan! -> Take your time, walk your pace. -> Look after your feet. -> Turn around and breathe! -> Drink plenty of water and wine! -> Eat local. -> Connect to your fellow pilgrims, they are your comrades. -> Talk and listen a lot when needed. -> Take only 50% of what's in your b/p, it's enough! -> Have fun! -> Enjoy your walk, even if it sometime gets hard and boring. Hope you will have a great walk! BC Roland Great advice Roland! I second your list! #7 Two small tips that will help along the way . Make a coloured photocopy of your passport ID page and have it laminated , use this when registering at hostels , it saves dragging out your passport and reduces the risk of losing it or leaving it behind . Only major hotels insist on seeing the original . Take a suction cup with a hook on to use in showers , very few have shelves to rest your fresh clothes or valuables on . The suction cup will let you hang a plastic bag or light day pack from the wall while you wash . #8 Thank you all for the great advice, especially in relation to not overplanning (which I usually do). I'll focus on getting my walking boots up to scratch between now and September and let the Camino provide after that. #9 If you haven’t already watched Rob’s videos about the Camino, search for then on youtube. He offers many tips and advice helpful for your first or fifth Camino. Buen Camino! #10 Hi all, After doing a week of the Camino a number of years ago I am finally in a position to do the Camino Frances route in September and was hoping for some advice. I have my flight to Biarritz and transfer from the airport to St Jean Pied de Port sorted. I also booked accommodation for St Jean, Roncesvallies, Zubiri and Pamplona as I heard this is where a bottleneck of pilgrims may occur. After that I'm hoping to just wing it and let the Camino provide or else keep a rolling 3-5 day booking system depending on how things develop. Is what I have done pretty much all I need to do? I plan to continue reading the forum for packing tips over the next while and I also plan on spending the next few months learning Spanish, training and eventually showing up to St Jean Pied de Port with my pilgrim passport and ready to walk. I'm also hoping to read some guide books to ensure I don't miss on any sights along the way. Just nervous about it all and wondered if any experienced pilgrim could spot any major flaws in my plan or anything I'm missing and one question I had was regarding the return flight. I cannot predict exactly how many days it will take yet so not sure how to handle this? Thanks. Of course the key to packing is to keep things as light as possible. When I am deciding what to take with me I try and select items which have more than one purpose. My cotton scarf can be used as a towel, I take plain black recycled polyester underpants and a light weight pull on crop top type bra ( yes i know you are a bloke but this bit is useful for the girls) that serve as a bathing costume for swimming. I wear cheap close fitting T shirts, and as I am short so cut off the extra length so they are just below my waist so reducing excess weight. When walking early spring or Autumn carry a very light weight cashmere shawl that I bought in India for chilly evenings which I can wrap around or put over me if it gets cold at night Hi all, After doing a week of the Camino a number of years ago I am finally in a position to do the Camino Frances route in September and was hoping for some advice. I have my flight to Biarritz and transfer from the airport to St Jean Pied de Port sorted. I also booked accommodation for St Jean, Roncesvallies, Zubiri and Pamplona as I heard this is where a bottleneck of pilgrims may occur. After that I'm hoping to just wing it and let the Camino provide or else keep a rolling 3-5 day booking system depending on how things develop. Is what I have done pretty much all I need to do? I plan to continue reading the forum for packing tips over the next while and I also plan on spending the next few months learning Spanish, training and eventually showing up to St Jean Pied de Port with my pilgrim passport and ready to walk. I'm also hoping to read some guide books to ensure I don't miss on any sights along the way. Just nervous about it all and wondered if any experienced pilgrim could spot any major flaws in my plan or anything I'm missing and one question I had was regarding the return flight. I cannot predict exactly how many days it will take yet so not sure how to handle this? Thanks. For me the key to packing is to keep things as light as possible. When I am deciding what to take with me I try and select items which have more than one purpose. I use a light cotton scarf also used as a towel, I take plain black recycled polyester underpants and a light weight pull on crop top type bra ( yes I know you are a bloke but this bit is useful for the girls) that serve as a bathing costume for swimming. I wear cheap close fitting T shirts, and as I am short so cut off the extra length so they are just below my waist so reducing excess weight (the fabric does not ladder). When walking early spring or Autumn carry a very light weight cashmere scarf/shawl that I bought in India. It proved very useful under my cape when it rained and chilly evenings which I can wrap around or put over me if it gets cold at night. I have also cut off the tops of my Bridgedale thick walking socks to just above the tops of my lightweight boots as I find their trainer style summer walking socks too short (also the fabric does not ladder). RJM Veteran Member #11 My first Camino I did with little to no planning. It was amazing. Sure, I had to obtain other things along the journey, but wasn't that big a deal and I arrived in Santiago alive. My next Camino I actually over planned and brought things I didn't need that found new homes on donativo tables. After that I stuck with the little to no planning method. The carry the minimum, no what if's and cross your fingers philosophy. It will be alright. You won't die. Last edited: Jun 13, 2022 #12 Thanks again everyone for all the additional advice, I'll be sure to check out Rob's videos on youtube. Also thanks Julie for the tips re multi purpose packing, makes sense when you say it. #13 Hi all, After doing a week of the Camino a number of years ago I am finally in a position to do the Camino Frances route in September and was hoping for some advice. I have my flight to Biarritz and transfer from the airport to St Jean Pied de Port sorted. I also booked accommodation for St Jean, Roncesvallies, Zubiri and Pamplona as I heard this is where a bottleneck of pilgrims may occur. After that I'm hoping to just wing it and let the Camino provide or else keep a rolling 3-5 day booking system depending on how things develop. Is what I have done pretty much all I need to do? I plan to continue reading the forum for packing tips over the next while and I also plan on spending the next few months learning Spanish, training and eventually showing up to St Jean Pied de Port with my pilgrim passport and ready to walk. I'm also hoping to read some guide books to ensure I don't miss on any sights along the way. Just nervous about it all and wondered if any experienced pilgrim could spot any major flaws in my plan or anything I'm missing and one question I had was regarding the return flight. I cannot predict exactly how many days it will take yet so not sure how to handle this? Thanks. Re return flight - if you find Santiago is booked, try A Coruna. 30 minutes on the train with flights to the UK. #14 Hi all, After doing a week of the Camino a number of years ago I am finally in a position to do the Camino Frances route in September and was hoping for some advice. I have my flight to Biarritz and transfer from the airport to St Jean Pied de Port sorted. I also booked accommodation for St Jean, Roncesvallies, Zubiri and Pamplona as I heard this is where a bottleneck of pilgrims may occur. After that I'm hoping to just wing it and let the Camino provide or else keep a rolling 3-5 day booking system depending on how things develop. Is what I have done pretty much all I need to do? I plan to continue reading the forum for packing tips over the next while and I also plan on spending the next few months learning Spanish, training and eventually showing up to St Jean Pied de Port with my pilgrim passport and ready to walk. I'm also hoping to read some guide books to ensure I don't miss on any sights along the way. Just nervous about it all and wondered if any experienced pilgrim could spot any major flaws in my plan or anything I'm missing and one question I had was regarding the return flight. I cannot predict exactly how many days it will take yet so not sure how to handle this? Thanks. Not sure how far you intend to walk dailey? But do keep an eye out for festivals and Holidays as it can be that most everything gets booked up. Some of the major towns on weekends in September and early Oct. will be difficult to find private rooms. Also weekend rates go up in Cities/towns like Leon, Ponferrada, and Portomarin. We have booked private rooms and the pickings are slim in early Oct. from Sarria. Logrono. Wednesday, September 21, 2022 - Sunday, September 25, 2022 Wine Festival Everything fills up including albergues. Spain: Hispanic Day. Oct. 12 #15 Not sure how far you intend to walk dailey? But do keep an eye out for festivals and Holidays as it can be that most everything gets booked up. Some of the major towns on weekends in September and early Oct. will be difficult to find private rooms. Also weekend rates go up in Cities/towns like Leon, Ponferrada, and Portomarin. We have booked private rooms and the pickings are slim in early Oct. from Sarria. Logrono. Wednesday, September 21, 2022 - Sunday, September 25, 2022 Wine Festival Everything fills up including albergues. Spain: Hispanic Day. Oct. 12 Thanks for this, I plan to stick to the standard route which is around 20-30k per day. but hopefully allow some flexibility if tired or like an area to rest a few more days. I don't plan on going with private rooms too often but definitely something I will keep in mind to try book ahead if needs be. Ensure that your fitness levels are good , I am just back from St Jean to Burgos and the amount of people that we met that were struggling was unreal . People who thought there were only hills on Day 1 and who couldn’t believe how tough certain parts were . Take your time and enjoy every minute of it but be ready for it physically. Thanks, I have a decent level of fitness but will be certain to get a bit more walking and hill walking in over the Summer. I did find when I walked from Sarria to Santiago a few years ago it was a lot tougher than expected due to packing too heavy and not having the correct footwear. Both those issues I'm hoping to not have to deal with this time #16 Thanks for this, I plan to stick to the standard route which is around 20-30k per day. You mean the standard guidebook stages? Francuska Droga św. Jakuba (hiszp. Camino Francés, fr. Chemin des Francs) to jeden z najważniejszych szlaków pieszych prowadzących do Santiago de Compostela. W sieci Camino de Santiago uważany za szlak główny. Jego długość, wg różnych źródeł i śladów GPS wynosi od 775 do 900 kilometrów. Wędrówkę Camino Francés rozpoczynamy jeszcze po francuskiej stronie Pirenejów, w górskiej miejscowości Saint Jean Pied-de-Port. Już pierwszego dnia wędrówki przekraczamy granicę francusko-hiszpańską i przez resztę naszej wyprawy szlakiem francuskim wędrujemy do Santiago po terenach północnej Hiszpanii. Pielgrzymi planujący wędrówkę z Saint Jean, najczęściej docierają do miasteczka koleją lub komunikacją autobusową. Z większych miast Europy nie ma tam bezpośredniego połączenia, więc podróż wymaga zgrania kilku połączeń (np. samolot+pociągi). Camino Francés– mapa i przebieg trasy From Saint Jean Pied de Port, France, to Santiago de Compostela 31 Sections. 773 kilometres. From Somport (Aragón) to Santiago de Compostela. 33 Sections. 937 Spain, the Camino Francés (The French Way) starts in Roncesvalles, you leave from Navarre, or in Somport if you depart from Aragón. This is the most well-known and tradition-steeped route to Santiago de Compostela to the point that it has become a cultural, artistic and sociological landmark attracting 7 out of 10 pilgrims coming to the Santiago de Compostela. READ MORE Equipped with a very complete network of services and with a large number of public hostels, correct signage and unique hospitality, the Camino Francés is the perfect itinerary for the pilgrim who wants to discover the Camino de it is one of the longest itineraries that go to Santiago, with about 800 km from the French town of Saint Jean Pied de Port to Santiago de Compostela, the pilgrim will discover an extraordinary human, artistic and cultural wealth. It is about a total of about 30 stages of the Camino that cross the north of Spain and that are worth traveling once in a lifetimeA World Heritage RouteThe Camino Francés received in 2004 the Prince of Asturias Award for Concord, it is a World Heritage Site and the Council of Europe made it the first European Cultural Itinerary. Acknowledgments all that realize the importance of this pilgrimage route since the 9th century, the date on which the discovery of the Apostle's tomb is dated, the Camino Francés has a route that was fixed, as we know it today, at the end of the 11th French Route aroused such interest in Medieval Europe, that already in 1135 the famous Codex Calixtinus became a pioneering travel guide, collecting all the sections, sanctuaries, data of the local inhabitants and detailed notes of this itinerary that departs from Routes from FranceThe Camino Francés crosses the Gallic country through four routes: Paris-Tours, Vezelay-Limoges and Le Puy-Conques, which enter Spain through Navarre. The fourth, Arles-Toulouse, crosses the border at Somport and continues to Jaca, starting the Aragonese Way. Crossed the border, the pilgrim will have to face a month's journey on foot, with thirty stages, until reaching Spain, the Camino Francés has two starting points: Roncesvalles if the pilgrim starts in Navarra, or in Somport if he starts his Way in Aragon. To give you an idea, here is a link where you can locate the French Way on the la Reina is the junction point between the two variants of the Camino Francés: those that arrive from Saint Jean Pied de Port and cross Roncesvalles and Pamplona; and those who walk from Somport through the provinces of Zaragoza and this point, the Camino Francés crosses significant places such as Estella, Logroño, Nájera, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Belorado, Burgos, Frómista, Carrión de los Condes, Burgo Ranero, Mansilla de las Mulas, León, Astorga, Ponferrada or Villafranca del the Bercian region you can access Galicia, the mythical town of O Cebreiro. From there there is a week of travel through the lands of meigas, legends and green landscapes, until we reach the Praza do Obradoiro and pick up the Sarria to SantiagoThe Camino Francés from Sarria to Santiago is the most popular section among the current pilgrim. This is the last 100 kilometers of the Jacobean Route, the ones necessary to get to the section from Sarria to Santiago is usually covered in five stages, with stops in Portomarín, Palas de Rei, Arzúa and O Pedrouzo. However, like all Caminos, they can be adapted to your needs. Many pilgrims decide to go from Sarria to Santiago in 6 stages, dividing the Palas de Rei-Arzúa stage in two. This allows the pilgrim to go more rested and spend the night in the Jacobean town of it is perfect for people who have only a few days to do the Camino, it is advisable to extend the Route to enjoy the Camino and live the experience Camino Frances de Santiago by bike is also very popular. The minimum to get to Compostela, what many pilgrims mistakenly call the Compostelana, is 200 km, so the most used section of the Camino is backpack transport service is available on the entire Camino Fancés from Easter to October 31. And on the Sarria-Santiago section, the Paq Mochila is available all year round. Camino de Santiago associations Aragón Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Jaca Email master@ Direction Calle Conde Aznar, 9 Jaca, 22700 Aragón Jaca Jacobea Asociación Oscense de los Amigos del Camino de Santiago Email huescasantiago@ Direction Calle Valentín Gardeta, 34 Huesca, 22007 Aragón Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Zaragoza Email peregrinosantiagozaragoza@ Direction Calle San Vicente de Paul, 1 Zaragoza, 50001 Castilla y León Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Burgos Email asociacion@ Direction Calle Fernán Gonzalez, 28 - Apdo. de Correos 331 Burgos, 09003 Castilla y León Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Mansilla de las Mulas Email jcachan@ Direction Plaza de San Martin, 1 - Iglesia de San Martín Mansilla de las Mulas, 24210 Castilla y León Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Palencia Email fromista@ Direction Real Monasterio de San Zoilo Carrión de los Condes, 34120 Castilla y León Asociación Amigos del Camino de Santiago de León "Pulchra Leonina" Email caminosantiagoleon@ Direction Avenida Independencia, 2 - 5º Izq. León, 24003 Castilla y León Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Astorga y Comarca Email asociacion@ Direction Plaza de San Francisco, 3 Astorga, 24700 Castilla y León Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago del Bierzo Email asociacion@ Direction Avenida del Castillo, 106 Ponferrada, 24401 Francia Amis du chemin de St Jacques des Pyrennes Atlantiques Email contact@ Direction Rue de la Citadelle, 39 Saint Jean Pied du Port, 64220 Galicia Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Lugo Email lugocamino@ Direction Plaza Comandante Manso, 11 - Entresuelo Lugo, 27001 Galicia Asociación Amigos del Camino de la Comarca de Sarria Email amigoscaminosarria@ Direction Vigo de Sarria, 15, Km 115 27600 Sarria, Lugo La Rioja Federación Española de Asociaciones de Amigos del Camino de Santiago Email caminosantiago@ Direction Rúa Vieja, 3 Logroño, 26001 Navarra Asociación de Amigos del Camino de Santiago en Navarra Email info@ Direction Calle Florencio de Ansoleaga, 2 31001, Pamplona Navarra Asociación de los Amigos del Camino de Santiago de Estella Email amigos@ Direction Calle La Rúa, 50 - Apto. de Correos, 20 Estella, 21004 The Camino Frances or French Way is the most famous of all the Camino de Santiago routes. It has featured in many documentaries, books, and movies including ‘The Way‘ and ‘I’ll Push You‘.This Camino is an ancient pilgrim path across the north of the Iberian Peninsula, starting near the gorgeous red and white town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port and finishing in the holy city of Santiago de Compostela. The Camino Frances passes amazing cities and areas of natural beauty such as Pamplona, famous for its bull run; La Rioja wine region and its capital Logroño; Burgos with its magnificent cathedral; elegant Leon and Ponferrada with its Templars Castle. From Ponferrada, the Camino de Santiago enters Galicia through the mountains and picturesque village of O Camino de Santiago has been internationally recognised as one of the historic symbols of European unity. The pilgrim route was chosen as the first European Cultural Route by the Council of Europe in 1987. The Camino and the architecture along its routes are also listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Camino Ways Route Planner For over 1000 years, pilgrims from all over the world have walked the Camino Ways across Europe in their quest for spirituality. Making the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, they encountered a variety of people, cultures and beliefs, leading to friendship and new experiences. This continues today with the Camino de Santiago being the most well known and well-loved walk in the world. More than just a walk, the Camino de Santiago is an unforgettable and unique journey for the body, mind and soul. 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A small part of the Camino in Rabanal (after Astorga), and in O Ceibrero can also experience heavy snowfalls until central part of Spain, called the Meseta, the Camino between Logrono and Astorga, is a scorching hot plateau. In summer, temperatures of 40 degrees celsius in July-August is not (and the last 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria) is wonderful year-round. Weather-wise, fom mid-November to early March, it can be a bit wet and cold (5 or 10 degrees celsius). The summer average is 25 degrees celsius, which is acceptable. However, the most popular walking times remains spring and autumn due to the pleasant weather. The Terrain On The Camino Frances With the exception of 3 days (St-jean to Roncesvalles, Ranabal to Ponferrada and Villafranca to Oceibrero), the Camino is relatively easy. The only difficulty you will likely face is the number of kilometres each day as the Camino requires walking an average of 20km per terms of ascent and descent, you can expect +/- 400m each day, which is OK but not really challenging (in terms of comparison, the GR20 or TMB give you 1500 to 2000m per day).The Camino Frances takes you on a mix of dirt tracks (50%) and quiet country roads (50%). The Camino never runs on busy roads or highways. It is a traditional countryside experience. What To Bring On The Camino Frances? The Sections Of The Camino Frances This is the complete itinerary for the traditional stages of the Camino Frances (French Way). Please note that ‘split days’ have not been included in the list. St-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Pamplona The first section of the French Way, Camino Frances starts in St Jean Pied de Port in the French Basque Country, crosses the Pyrenees and finishes in the city of Pamplona, world-famous for its Bull Run, San Fermín. This is one of the most challenging but beautiful parts, especially if you take the ‘Napoleon Route’ over the Roncesvalles Pass (1450m). The views of the Pyrenees are worth the effort! Over 20,000 pilgrims choose to start their ‘way’ to Santiago de Compostela in Saint Jean each year, covering nearly 800km across the north of Spain. Pamplona to Logrono This section of the Camino de Santiago along the French Way, Camino Frances starts in the city of Pamplona (Iruña in Basque), famous for its San Fermín Bull Run festival taking place from 7th July every year. The section finishes in Logroño, capital of La Rioja wine region, and a fantastic city to discover authentic Spanish tapas. From the pilgrim sculpture at Alto del Perdón, you will enjoy panoramic views of Pamplona behind and the vast countryside ahead, before continuing on your way. On this section of the Camino, you will walk across the mountains of Navarra and La Rioja vineyards, passing medieval bridges, castles, churches, and picturesque villages along the way, such as Puente de la Reina, Cirauqui, Estella-Lizarra and Viana. Stop at Bodegas Irache and the Wine Museum for a rest and a quick sip at the free wine fountain. Logrono to Burgos Logrono to Burgos continues along the French Way starts in Logroño, capital of the famous Rioja wine region. Explore the city and treat yourself to ‘tapas’ in the lively Calle del Laurel before you start your journey. The terrain becomes easier than in previous stages of the Camino and you will walk sections across undulating farmland and vineyards, passing castles, monasteries and charming villages. One of the highlights is Santo Domingo de la Calzada and its historic centre, an important stop for pilgrims “on the Camino since the Middle Ages. You will finish your walk in the majestic city of Burgos, home of ‘El Cid’, where you should visit its magnificent cathedral, possibly the most beautiful in Spain. Burgos to Leon This section of the Camino starts in majestic Burgos, the hometown of ‘El Cid’ and considered the Gothic capital of Spain. This section of the French Way finishes in the village of Sahagún, in the heart of the Meseta with its vast wide-open landscapes. The sounds of nature and endless crop fields will be your companions for this section of the Camino de Santiago, dotted with hamlets, picturesque sleepy villages and Romanesque churches. Then, starting in the medieval town of Sahagún, section 5 of the Camino de Santiago along the French Way will take you across the Meseta, the immense Castilian Plateau (900m) and its will finish this walking section in the city of León, where you can admire the cathedral, the remains of its Roman walls, the Romanesque Royal Basilica of Saint Isidoro and Gaudí’s neo-Gothic Casa de Botines. Leon to Ponferrada Section 6 of the Camino de Santiago along the French Way (Camino Francés) starts in the lively city of León and finishes in Ponferrada, built by the Templars in the 12th century. Along the way, you will pass the hilltop city of Astorga famous for its chocolates and other sweet delicacies. After Astorga, you will start your ascent to the spectacular and unscathed León Mountains (Montes de León), passing rustic mountain villages and hamlets before reaching El Bierzo region. Your destination for this Camino section is Ponferrada, capital of El Bierzo region and the last city before Santiago de Compostela. Ponferrada to Sarria This section of the Camino de Santiago runs along the French Way (Camino Francés) starts in Ponferrada, with its imposing Templars Castle, and finishes in the market town of Sarria, the most popular Camino starting point. You will begin your journey heading to Villafranca del Bierzo, a gorgeous town surrounded by idyllic countryside. After Villafranca, a challenging ascent will lead to the mountains of O Cebreiro. You will enter Galicia via O Cebreiro, a stunning mountain village in a region of outstanding natural beauty. After O Cebreiro, the Camino will continue along forest tracks towards Sarria, just over 100km away from Santiago. An alternative route will take you by the impressive Samos Monastery. Sarria to Santiago This is the most popular walking tour of the Camino de Santiago, which is from Sarria. Perfect for those looking to capture the essence of the Camino: a nice walk, good food and wine, discovering local customs, meeting fellow pilgrims and enjoying the unique atmosphere of it all. You won’t forget a single minute of it! This section of the Camino de Santiago starts in Sarria and covers the last 100km of the Camino Francés, the minimum required to apply for your Compostela certificate. The Camino will take you across woodlands, farmland and rustic hamlets, following tracks and paths lined by granite stone walls. The green rolling landscape. History Of The Camino Frances The Camino Frances, and also called the French Way, is the most traditional of all the pilgrim routes to Santiago and the best known internationally. This is the Camino route featured in the famous movie ‘The Way‘ starring Martin Sheen. The trail was established in the late 11th century thanks to the efforts of monarchs like Sancho III the Greater and Sancho Ramírez de Navarra y Aragón, as well as Alphonse VI and his successors, who looked after its construction and main routes of the Camino in France and Spain were described in detail in the Codex Calixtinus, an essential reference work providing details of the pilgrimage dating back to the 12th V of the Codex Calixtinus is the first-ever guidebook to the pilgrimage to Santiago. The book lists the different stretches of the Camino Frances from the lands of Gaul and offers detailed information on the sanctuaries to be found along the way, including notes on the hospitality, the people, food, natural springs, local customs, etc. The entire work is written clearly and succinctly, as a practical guide for the Medieval pilgrim heading to guide, attributed to the French cleric Aymeric Picaud, reveals the political and religious interest that lay behind promoting the sanctuary of Santiago de Compostela and making it easily accessible, yet it also bears testimony to the demand for this type of the time of writing, the Camino Frances and the pilgrimages had reached their heyday. Santiago became a destination for pilgrims from the entire Christian world. This surge of pilgrims was so intense that it prompted a Moslem Ambassador to state that “the throng of worshippers who travel to Santiago and back is so great that there is almost no room left on the road leading to the west”.Over the centuries and due to political and religious turmoil in Europe, the Camino Francés route lost much of its influence. It was not until the end of the 19th century when interest in Saint James and the Camino experienced some continued to grow in the 20th century, with the progressive rediscovery, restoration, and recovery of this ancient trail, greatly thanks to the work of Elias Valiña, the parish priest of O more about the history of the Camino de Santiago or Contact our travel team to learn more about walking or cycling the Camino Frances.

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