A short Camino from Somport on the French border to Puente La Reina on Camino Frances. It is 170 kilometers and is an extension of the Camino Arles. A beautiful walk over the Pyrenees from France into Spain via Somport.
Yesterday was the Feast Day of Our Lady of Lourdes. For anyone considering a Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage here are 9 reasons why it is a wonderful starting point. While a high majority of pilgrims wanting to do the Camino de Santiago for a month or longer choose St. Jean Pied-de-Port (SJPP) as a starting …
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Frances may be my favorite but each Pilgrim is unique. The better question to ask is, “Which Camino Is Best For Me?” First of all, it is important to be aware that the Camino de Santiago is a personal journey and there is no right, wrong, best or worst Camino. Do some research and walk …
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Days 8-12(Camino Aragones): Coming down from the Pyrenees the Way veers west in Jaca following the Milky Way. The Jaca to Santa Maria de Eunate Church just east of Puente La Reina stretch is one of the nicest 5 days of quiet and beauty I’ve seen on any Camino. Mostly mountain trail and old unpaved …
Veered south from Oloron to Sarrance and then the pass at Somport just over the border in Spain. And then down into Jaca. Had a wonderful stay at the Sarrance Monastary having the dormitory to myself as the only pilgrim there. The priests and volunteers were all incredibly hospitable. Such a quiet reflective place. Perfect …
CAMINO DE SANTIAGO FROM LOURDES. Day 4-6 on Camino Arles and Camino Aragones: Read More »
Lourdes, France and the grotto of Bernadette. A very powerful place filled with Love and Hope. And a good starting point for another Camino de Santiago. The nightly candlelight procession with everyone singing Ave Maria and other songs. It surprises me more people don’t start their Camino’s from Lourdes. Got one of thise rare hot …
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