Camino de Santiago

More and more pilgrims are arriving at the Plaza del Obradoiro on two wheels. Doing the Camino de Santiago by bike is an alternative for those who want to travel long distances enjoying the infinite points of interest that hides this pilgrimage route.

The Camino de Santiago is related to the Eurovelo Route, a long-distance cycling network that crosses Europe. Specifically, Route 3, also known as the Pilgrims’ Route, which connects Trondheim, in Norway, with Santiago de Compostela, shares certain sections with the French Way. This synergy is an attraction that draws cycling enthusiasts from all over the world, creating a perfect fusion between tradition and adventure.

If you are thinking of cycling the Camino, we will provide you with a complete and personalised service to plan and organise your route to Santiago de Compostela. There are as many routes as there are bicigrinos, so you can choose the one that best suits your preferences and interests. The most recommended are the French Way, the Portuguese Way and the Northern Way, all of them with good infrastructures for your bicycle and a correct signposting.

Remember that if you do the Camino de Santiago by bike, the main requirement to obtain the Compostela is different from if you do it on foot. In this case, you will have to cover at least 200 km and stamp your pilgrim’s passport at each stage.

Doing the Camino de Santiago with your pet will be an enriching experience that will make you grow both morally and spiritually, strengthening your bond.

If you are going to do the Camino with your pet, we recommend the French Way and the Portuguese Way, because in them, you will find several Pet Friendly accommodations where you can rest with your faithful travel companion.

If you decide to do the Camino de Santiago with your dog, you can get the credential specially created for him thanks to the Asociación Protectora de Animais do Camiño (APACA). In this way, he will also be able to get his canine Compostela upon arrival in Santiago.

Currently, thanks to the constant work of recovery of the Jacobean routes and the support of various associations, people with reduced mobility or in wheelchairs can do the Camino de Santiago.
One of these entities is the association DisCamino, which offers assistance and accompaniment to people with reduced mobility who want to carry out this pilgrimage, both in the previous preparation and during the journey.

If you have reduced mobility, our recommendation is that you choose the French Way, as it is the most accessible route of the Camino de Santiago. However, it is always advisable to do it in a group and prepare the route in advance to check the mobility possibilities offered in each of the stages.
People with reduced mobility will also be able to obtain the Compostela if they can prove that they have completed the route correctly. This is established by the Pilgrim’s Office in Santiago de Compostela.

There are many ways to do the Camino, but only one that connects with the past and origin of the route: walking it on the back of a horse. This is a unique experience for lovers of equestrian routes and that more and more pilgrims choose to do the Camino.

If you are thinking of doing the Camino de Santiago on horseback, it is advisable to use the services of an agency to plan and organize your route so you have a safe, comfortable and memorable experience.

Doing the Camino de Santiago on horseback will also allow you to get the Compostela. To do this, you must travel a minimum of 100 km to reach Santiago and stamp your pilgrim’s credentials at each stage.
In addition, as on foot, you can undertake various routes, among which we recommend the most popular as the French Way and the Portuguese Way. Both have a large number of services and infrastructure for your horse, especially the French Way.

The Camino de Santiago by car is an alternative for those who, for various reasons, cannot travel the full distance to Santiago de Compostela.
This modality allows you to experience the Camino in a different way, dedicating more time to enjoy the culture and gastronomy, travelling along roads and unique landscapes that make it an unforgettable experience. In addition, it is the easiest way to do this Jacobean route, as it will not involve as much effort as if you do it by other means, such as on foot or by bicycle.

It is possible to travel the different routes of the Way by car, however, it will not always follow the same route as on foot, as you will always have to drive along roads and tracks that are suitable for vehicle traffic. The most popular and suitable routes for those who decide to travel the Camino by car are the French Way and the Northern Way, as they offer greater possibilities to combine different roads in those sections where the terrain is not the most suitable for four wheels.

If you decide to make this journey by car, you should be aware that you will not meet the requirements to obtain the Compostela. Only pilgrims who travel the route on foot, horseback or bicycle can obtain the official certification.

This form of pilgrimage recalls the last journey by sea of the Apostle’s remains to disembark in Padrón, to later continue to the Galician capital, Santiago de Compostela.This unique experience allows another point of view, combining the beauty of aquatic nature with the cultural and spiritual richness of the routes of the Camino.

If you are thinking of doing the Camino de Santiago by kayak, it is essential to know how to swim and be in good physical shape to cope with the journey. It is also advisable to use the services of an agency to plan and organise your route so that you have a safe and comfortable experience.

To do this route by kayak, it will be necessary to cover the last kilometres on foot, as it is impossible to access Santiago de Compostela by this means. Similarly, to qualify for the Compostela, you will need to have walked at least 100 km from the port of departure.

The Camino de Santiago also has a more seafaring version, with the possibility of doing it by boat. You can sail from different ports of departure, travelling from port to port along the stages of the Way until you reach Santiago de Compostela, where you will have to cover the last kilometres on foot from the port where you disembark.

You can do this Way freely and with your own boat and sail it yourself, or rent a boat and hire a skipper. The choice between using the services of an agency or travelling on your own depends on your personal preferences and objectives. Some pilgrims appreciate the comfort and support offered by an agency, while others enjoy the freedom and independence of organising their trip on their own. Whichever option you choose, the most important thing is that you have an enriching and rewarding experience.

The Pilgrim’s Office has officially recognised this modality and stipulates that to obtain the Compostela it will be necessary to have sailed at least 100 nautical miles and to finish the rest of the Way with the corresponding stamps on the credential of the stages done on foot.