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Gastronomy on the Camino

How is the food on the Camino? The Camino de Santiago winds through diverse regions, each offering a unique taste of local culture and culinary traditions. From hearty stews and fresh seafood to artisanal queso (cheese), the iconic jamón (ham), and of course, world-famous vinos (wines). Every meal is a celebration of Spain’s rich heritage....

What does Camino preparation mean?

If you don’t exercise, walk, or cycle regularly, we suggest starting training for the Camino at least three months before the planned pilgrimage. The earlier you start, the better. When you book your Camino through us, we become your Camino partners. Part of our deal is to assist you in getting well-prepared, both physically, mentally,...

Cycling, or Walking a Camino?

You don’t have to be a trained athlete to enjoy one of our cycling adventures. Our cycling routes and options range from laid-back-easy to challenging. A little bit of saddle fitness is all you need. We also offer e-bikes on almost every route to back you up on the steep spots! Cycling is a great way to...

Let’s explore Italy!

Imagine walking through medieval and Renaissance hilltop towns in Tuscany and Umbria in the heart of Italy. These ancient pilgrim trails weave through rolling cypress-lined Tuscan hills, past local vineyards and leafy olive groves heading to the second most famous Christian pilgrimage destination: The Vatican City in Rome. We offer different options on the two...

100 Kilometers in 4 Adventurous Days

Embarking on the Remarkable Journey from Le-Puy-en-Velay to Aumont-Aubrac We did it! What an amazing experience, but believe me, this route is reserved for seasoned and exceptionally fit travellers. The concept: “after every downhill, there will be an uphill,” takes on a vivid meaning along the Chemin Le-Puy, also known as GR 65, or for...

September is Camino High Season!

Welcome to the bustling High Camino Season in September! At this time of year, we at ‘Stap die Camino’ are abuzz with activity, assisting twelve groups along various picturesque routes, each day witnessing the departure of more enthusiastic pilgrims. The charming city of Santiago de Compostela has become a daily destination for a remarkable number...

Portugese Camino saam met Erns Grundling

PORTUGESE CAMINO saam met Erns Grundling 13-29 SEPTEMBER 2023 Die Camino bars tans uit sy nate met derduisende pelgrims wat van regoor die wêreld - en ook Suid-Afrika - op Spanje toesak. Ek gaan van 13-29 September die stiller maar diep tradisionele Portugese Camino stap van Porto tot Santiago Compostela, saam met Stap die Camino...

The Via Podiensis

The Via Podiensis, also known as Chemin le Puy or the Le Puy Route, represents one of the foremost popular pilgrimage routes in France, offering an unforgettable journey through the picturesque landscapes en-route to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, northwest Spain. The origins of this esteemed pilgrimage can be traced back to the year 950...