The oldest of The Caminos. King Alfonso II walked it in 814. Arriving at the present day location of the Cathedral, he built the original shrine to St. James. This is a more mountainous and more difficult 320K Camino beginning in Oviedo, Asturias.
With record numbers this year on the Camino, pilgrims are seeking alternatives to the Camino Frances. Be aware the headcount rises dramatically upon reaching Sarria. The good news is there are plenty of alternatives. In fact, 8 other Caminos with each offering a great Camino experience. Starting your Camino from Sarria can still be a …
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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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Woke just before 6 and was out the door at 6:23 of the spacious Oviedo Municipal Albergue. A 1 hour walk through town then pleasant walk through hills with great scenery reminiscent of The Chemin du Puy in France. Walked with Alex from U.K. A bit and met two Italian women at end. Stopped at …
One of “The Four Agreements” from the book with that title by Don Miguel Ruiz is; DONT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS! The first picture is of my Polish friends, Joanna and Mateus after they just told me they got engaged the prior day. The second is them with three guys that I called “The Russian Thugs” who …