Beginner's Guide to the Portuguese Way of Santiago
For centuries, pilgrims walked this sacred route with poorly suited shoes and no roads to match. Only the richest could be lucky enough to travel comfortably on a pack animal.
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"On the way" with Teresa Rodrigues
Near the end of 2021, Teresa took the opportunity to answer a call that many pilgrims feel: the need to go on search of something new and different.
How to choose the best shoes to walk the path of Santiago
What shoes you wear is the most important choice for doing the Camino de Santiago safely, avoiding injuries and unnecessary difficulties along the way. That's why we wrote this article to help you make the decision that best suits you. Read until the end to find out more about the options available, best practices when purchasing and even some suggestions!
"On the Way" with Jesus.
Jesus Vítor allowed himself to be influenced (in a good way) by the best that art has to offer and, without knowing it, began a serious relationship with the French route to the capital of Galicia. Read this interview and let yourself be inspired by this journey.
"On the Way" with Paula
Paula is a pilgrim who lives the Camino de Santiago. That's why she's done several variations of our favorite route. In this interview, you'll find out more about the kilometers that can be covered per stage, meals not to be missed and lots of adventures to look forward to! Read this interview to the end!
"On the Way" with Maria
Maria is a pilgrim who discovered the Way while reading. Naturally, her curiosity led her to "set foot on the path" and today you can read about her adventure in this interview! Let yourself be inspired by this journey!
"On the Way" with Samuel.
Samuel is a pilgrim from the beginning of the century. He followed his route from Salamanca, without worrying about the days that passed. 500 kilometers later, he arrives in Santiago de Compostela with many stories to tell, which you can read in this interview!
"On the Way" with Pedro.
Pedro was (and is) a young pilgrim. At just 20, he set off on the route at the challenge of a friend. So, at this age that divides the generations, he had an experience that showed him the beauty of the planet and its people. Read the full interview to get inspired!
"On the Way" with Filipe.
Filipe is a pilgrim who fell in love with the Camino de Santiago and, as a result, has inspired more people around him to make the ancient journey. Find out more in this interview!
"On the Way" with Ana.
Ana is an experienced pilgrim, with several Caminos in her life. That's why she told us about her adventures along the ancient route and how the people you meet here stay with you forever. Read this interview to the end to find out more about the magic of the route!
