The Camino de Santiago

The Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St James, is one of the world's most famous pilgrimage routes, but it’s not just one route, it’s many. So which one to choose?

Delving into the eight most popular routes, Walking the Camino de Santiago is an inspiring, at-home companion designed to help you understand, choose and plan your Camino before you ever set foot on the trail.

Inside the book you’ll find:

Chapters on each of the eight most popular routes, helping you decide which path is right for you

Clear explanations of each route’s character and history

Stage-by-stage insights to help you understand distances, terrain and pacing

Highlights of landscapes, towns and cultural landmarks

Practical advice on food, accommodation and daily life on the Camino

Thoughtful context for the Camino as a religious pilgrimage, cultural journey or personal retreat

The routes featured:

Camino Francés

Camino Portugués

Camino del Norte

Camino Primitivo

Vía de la Plata

Camino Inglés

Camino de Invierno

Camino Finisterre Muxía

Presented as a beautiful hardback, with gorgeous illustrations throughout and on the cover by renowned illustrator Claire Harrup, the book makes a thoughtful travel gift and lasting keepsake for anyone drawn to the Camino.

Whether you’re planning your first Camino or simply exploring it from afar, Walking the Camino de Santiago offers a rich and inviting introduction to this timeless journey.