Interviews

Sandra set off on the Portuguese Camino de Santiago at a time when she needed to find direction and lightness in her life. With few resources and a lot of courage, she lived a remarkable experience full of challenges, from painful blisters on her feet to long days of overcoming them. But it was also on the Camino that she met unforgettable people and rediscovered the strength of bonds like that of her sister. A journey of teachings, simplicity and gratitude that continues to inspire her to this day.

Today we're sharing an interview with Vânia, who year after year sees pilgrims passing by the place where she works and stamps their credentials. Inspired by their stories, she decided that 2023 would be the year to do the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. The start was challenging, with physical adaptation and a particularly tough stage in intense sunshine, but persistence overcame every obstacle. Despite the difficulties, this experience proved to be enriching and transformative.

Today we share the experience of Patrícia, a pilgrim who, after feeling a strong call in August, began the Portuguese Camino de Santiago on October 1. It wasn't until she reached Santiago that she truly understood the depth and purpose of her journey. She prepared herself carefully, following the guidelines in our book, and although she had planned to set off alone, she ended up meeting a companion, Ana, and other people who joined the journey, making the experience even richer.

Today we have the pleasure of sharing the inspiring experience of Sara, a determined pilgrim who walked the Portuguese Central Way from Barcelos to Santiago de Compostela. The journey was full of challenges and unforgettable moments. For Sara, it was a true journey of overcoming and personal discovery, marked by stunning landscapes, memorable encounters and the strength of the pilgrim spirit.

Today we have the pleasure of sharing the inspiring experience of Sara, a determined pilgrim who walked the Portuguese Central Way from Barcelos to Santiago de Compostela. The journey was full of challenges and unforgettable moments. For Sara, it was a true journey of overcoming and personal discovery, marked by stunning landscapes, memorable encounters and the strength of the pilgrim spirit.

Today we have the pleasure of sharing the inspiring experience of Sara, a determined pilgrim who walked the Portuguese Central Way from Barcelos to Santiago de Compostela. The journey was full of challenges and unforgettable moments. For Sara, it was a true journey of overcoming and personal discovery, marked by stunning landscapes, memorable encounters and the strength of the pilgrim spirit.

Hoje temos o prazer de partilhar a inspiradora experiência da Carolina, que decidiu embarcar na aventura de percorrer o Caminho Português de Santiago após um ano desafiante de Mestrado. A viver num ponto de passagem frequente de peregrinos, a Carolina sempre sentiu uma vontade de fazer o Caminho. Com a intuição de que essa experiência seria positiva, escolheu o Caminho Central Português e partiu apenas dois meses após tomar a decisão.

Today we have the pleasure of sharing the inspiring experience of Sara, a determined pilgrim who walked the Portuguese Central Way from Barcelos to Santiago de Compostela. The journey was full of challenges and unforgettable moments. For Sara, it was a true journey of overcoming and personal discovery, marked by stunning landscapes, memorable encounters and the strength of the pilgrim spirit.

Today we have the pleasure of sharing the inspiring experience of Sara, a determined pilgrim who walked the Portuguese Central Way from Barcelos to Santiago de Compostela. The journey was full of challenges and unforgettable moments. For Sara, it was a true journey of overcoming and personal discovery, marked by stunning landscapes, memorable encounters and the strength of the pilgrim spirit.

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.