French Way of Santiago de Compostela – El Camino Pilgrimage
The pilgrimage along the French Way of Santiago de Compostela has, for centuries, been a long-held dream for countless people who wish to accomplish this remarkable journey. Pilgrims travel there to retrace the steps of those who came before them and to visit the supposed tomb of the Apostle James, walking distances that exceed 700 km.
Over time, a mystical aura has formed around this pilgrimage, inspiring walkers to seek spiritual elevation. Many wait for the right opportunity to experience what the earliest pilgrims lived. And it is precisely this opportunity that we provide. However, to receive the Compostela, it is necessary to walk at least 100 km of the original route. For this reason, many choose to complete only the final 100 km of the French Way. This makes it possible to fulfill the dream in less time and with a smaller budget.
Fulfill your dream of walking the French Way of Santiago de Compostela while we fulfill ours. Our dream is that your pilgrimage becomes a transformative and successful journey, aligned with your expectations and desires. Count on us!
Highlights of the French Way of the Santiago de Compostela
Destaques
Highlights of the El Camino – Santiago de Compostela route
- Brazilian guide
- Groups with a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 10 participants
- Includes Nattrip Kit with a 40L backpack
- Includes the complete Pilgrim’s Guide, a publication with all the information about the Camino de Santiago de Compostela
- Optional self-assessment simulations
- Preparatory workshops (in person or video conference)
Logistics
Where do we meet for the French Way of the Camino de Santiago de Compostela?
Starting Locations and Times:
- Hotel in Saint Jean Pied de Port on day 1 of the itinerary (we will inform you of this in advance).
Total duration: 33 days, ending on the morning of the 33rd day.
FAQ
FAQ about the French Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago)
1) Why are there no scheduled departures in winter?
In winter, the pilgrimage is almost impossible for the opposite reason to summer: very low temperatures and the possibility of snowstorms in the higher sections, making it very difficult or even impossible to traverse some stretches.
2) What are the best times to undertake the pilgrimage?
The best times to undertake this experience are autumn (September to November) or spring (March to June). But without a doubt, the best season to walk the Camino de Santiago is spring. We are in the northern hemisphere, and therefore the seasons are the opposite of what occurs in Brazil. In the Spanish summer, temperatures are very high, and the sun shines for almost all hours of the day, from 6 am to 9 pm.
3) What are the distances and walking times for each day of the Complete Camino de Santiago?
| DAY | ROUTE | Distance | Estimated Time |
| 1 | Saint Jean Pied-de-Port | ||
| 2 | Saint Jean Pied-de-Port | ||
| 3 | From Saint Jean Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles | 27 km | 9-10 hours |
| 4 | From Roncesvalles to Zubiri | 23 km | 6-7 hours |
| 5 | From Zubiri to Cizur Menor | 24 km | 7-8 hours |
| 6 | From Cizur Menor to Obanos | 23 km | 6-7 hours |
| 7 | From Obanos to Estella | 22 km | 6-7 hours |
| 8 | From Estella to Los Arcos | 22 km | 6-7 hours |
| 9 | From Los Arcos to Logroño | 28 km | 7-8 hours |
| 10 | From Logroño to Najera | 30 km | 8-9 hours |
| 11 | From Najera to Santo Domingo de La Calzada | 22 km | 6-7 hours |
| 12 | From Santo Domingo de La Calzada to Belorado | 23 km | 6-7 hours |
| 13 | From Belorado to San Juan de Ortega | 25 km | 6-7 hours |
| 14 | From San Juan de Ortega to Burgos | 21 km | 6-7 hours |
| 15 | From Burgos to Hornillos del Camino | 27 km | 7-8 hours |
| 16 | From Hornillos del Camino to Ítero de la Vega | 30 km | 8-9 hours |
| 17 | From Ítero de la Vega to Carrion de los Condes | 37 km | 11-12 hours |
| 18 | From Carrion de los Condes to Sahagún | 35 km | 10-11 hours |
| 19 | From Sahagún to Mansilla de Las Mulas | 26 km | 7-8 hours |
| 20 | From Mansilla de Las Mulas to León | 20 km | 6-7 hours |
| 21 | From León to Hospital de Órbigo | 37 km | 11-12 hours |
| 22 | From Hospital de Órbigo to Rabanal del Camino | 37 km | 11-12 hours |
| 23 | From Rabanal del Camino to Molinaseca | 25 km | 7-8 hours |
| 24 | From Molinaseca to VillaFranca del Bierzo | 30 km | 10-11 hours |
| 25 | From VillaFranca del Bierzo to Cebreiro | 27 km | 8-9 hours |
| 26 | From Cebreiro to Triacastela | 22 km | 6-7 hours |
| 27 | From Triacastela to Sarria | 20 km | 5-6 hours |
| 28 | From Sarriá to Portomarín | 23 km | 6-7 hours |
| 29 | From Portomarín to Palas de Reí | 24 km | 6-7 hours |
| 30 | From Palas de Reí to Arzúa | 28 km | 7-8 hours |
| 31 | From Arzúa to Rúa | 19 km | 5-6 hours |
| 32 | From Rúa to Santiago de Compostela | 20 km | 5-6 hours |
| 33 | Santiago de Compostela |
Cidade de Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port na França, início do Caminho de Santiago de Compostela.
Cidade de Burgos na Espanha. Término do módulo 1 e início do módulo 2.
Sarria, Lugo, Espanha: Último ponto de encontro antes do trecho final a Santiago de Compostela.
Catedral de Santiago de Compostela – Ponto de Chegada do Caminho de Santiago
Santiago de Compostela Packages
- French Way of Santiago de Compostela on foot in 33 days or modules in 13 days
- Sarria – Santiago de Compostela: the last 100 km in 6 days
- Duathlon: part on foot, part by bike, in 21 days
- Customized: we will assemble it your way
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