Walking pilgrimage to Santiago

"What if you walked 800 kilometres from France to Santiago de Compostela?"

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After 800 kilometres you feel a deep satisfaction no finish photo could capture. Your legs are strong, your head is clear, your heart feels lighter than in years.

Someone who did this

Kilometer 743 en mijn linkerschoen piepte bij elke stap – het leer was helemaal doorweekt van de ochtendmist. …

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Three first steps

1Buy pilgrim passport from Sint-Jacobsstichting
2Train daily with 15kg rucksack
3Book first night in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Useful websites

Santiago.nl - Dutch pilgrimage guidesantiago.nlComplete guide for Camino routes, accommodation and preparation

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Places to discover

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Saint-Jean-Pied-de-PortFranceClassic starting point French route, full pilgrim atmosphere SarriaSpainLast 100km starting point, beautiful Galician landscapes LeónSpainGothic cathedral, halfway point for reflection

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