Knowledge about the Caminos and pilgrimages

On the Camino

Luggage Transfer on the Camino

Is luggage transfer on the Camino a good idea? Having your backpack transported limits you a little, but also gives you more energy to walk.

Can I get the Compostela when I have slept in hotels?

Yes, you can also get the Compostela as a hotel pilgrim. It is important that enough stamps have been collected for the last 100km

Hiking holiday on a Camino de Santiago

Is it a good idea to use a Camino for a hiking holiday? Yes, it is!

Can an overweight person go on pilgrimage?

You bet! As long as there are no physical complaints, there is no reason why a person with a few (or a few more) kilos too much should not walk the Camino. In my opinion, pilgrimage or long-distance hiking, at least on the Portuguese Way of St. James, which is suitable for beginners, is even the best option if you want to take an active holiday even if you are overweight or unathletic.

Pilgrimage alone or in pairs?

This question is a very fundamental one, which cannot be answered in the same way for everyone. Because: there are two completely different ways to go on pilgrimage.

Do you need sticks on the Camino Portugues?

Trekking poles on the Camino Portugués? Most people don’t need them, but in some cases they can definitely make sense.

What are the best shoes for the Camino Portugues?

The best shoes for the Camino Portuguese are not the same for everyone. Usually Trailrunners are perfect, but soft hiking boots may be the better choice for you

Rain clothes for the Camino

Rain is often part of the Camino. But with the right clothing (poncho or jacket), shoe covers or umbrella, it doesn't matter!

The best pilgrim backpack

When buying a backpack for pilgrims, the weight of the rucksack is the most important factor. If you do not yet own a backpack, you can also rent one

Camino Portugues: Coastal or central way?

The coastal and the central variant of the Camino Portuguese are both official ones. Whcih one should you choose?

Camino de Santiago as a group travel

What are the advantages of booking a ready-made Way of St. James tour and what are the disadvantages? Who is it for and who needs more individuality?

Walking a Camino after fighting cancer

Cancer suddenly throws everything upside down and calls a lot into question. Once the cancer has been beaten, a Camino can be helpful in coming to terms with it.

Camino during a Sabbatical

The best way to start your time out is with a Camino de Santiago to find out what you want to do with your sabbatical. The Camino helps you to slow down.

New rules for the Compostela for the Camino

Sometimes things change on the Camino too - you no longer have to walk the last 100 km to Santiago to get a Compostela!

How much does a Camino cost?

Equipments costs maximum 450€ if you don't own anything yet. Accomondation is around 10€ for a bunkbed, 45€ for a private single room. Learn more here

Walking a Camino as a woman alone

It is not more dangerous than anywhere else. I feel even safer on the camino, as there are always other pilgrims around and they care.

I don´t have much time, can I cut a Camino short?

You can spend one to six weeks on the Portuguese and French Camino and combine different sections.

Best Camino for beginners

The Portuguese Camino de Santiago is the most suitable Way of Saint James for beginners, but there are others who could fit better to you.

 Portuguese vs. French Camino de Santiago

The two most famous Caminos de Santiago are different and both have their beauties. Find out which one fits more to your needs!

How long should the stages of the pilgrimage be?

The perfect stage length does not only depend on your physical fitness, but also on the question if you like to go to your limits.

When is the best time to walk the Portuguese Camino de Santiago?

The best time to travel on the Portuguese Way of St. James is a bit of a typhoon, with May, June and September being climatically ideal.

Camino with burnout

Walking the Camino as burnout prevention is a very good idea. But even if it’s already too late and you are fighting your way back into life after burnout, the Camino can still be an important building block in your recovery.

Camino Statistics 2025

2025 war ein Rekordjahr, schon im Oktober wurden eine halbe Million Pilger registriert - mehr als je zuvor.

A day in the life of a pilgrim

What does the usual day of a pilgrim who sleeps in hostels look like, or that of a pilgrim who sleeps in hotels?

Camino with Hotels

Can you walk a Camino and stay in Hotels and private Rooms instead of dorms? For sure!

Post-Pilgrimage-Syndrome

After returning home, your own everyday life can suddenly feel very static. Many impressions have to be processed and insights integrated.

Are you still a pilgrim when you sleep in hotels?

In my opinion, you don't have to spend the night in a dormitory with 30 strangers to be a pilgrim. It is always "everyone goes his Camino" and that is exactly how it should be done. I have not met a pilgrim on more than 1000km of the Way of St. James who lived on water&bread and came in rags.

What is the Credential / Pilgrims passport?

On the Camino

Hiking equipment

Planning the pilgrimage

Philosophical

Essential Camino knowledge

Camino Portugues