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How Long Is the Camino Francés? Distance, Stages and Must-See Highlights with Headwater Active Holidays

By Headwater Holidays Team  |  Last updated: 29 January 2026  |  Reading time: 6–10 minutes Table Of Contents Camino Francés with Headwater at a glance Camino Francés is roughly 752 km, starting from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port and finishing at the cathedral in Santiago. Our Headwater Camino Francés itinerary splits this journey into 42 nights, with the option to extend with additional nights between the set stages. Average daily distances often range from 20–25km, plus additional nights at the […]

What’s the meaning behind the pilgrim passport?

Walking with Purpose: A Symbol of Faith, Reflection and Travel Few journeys capture that feeling better than the Camino de Santiago, a network of ancient pilgrimage routes that wind across Europe towards the shrine of St James in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Every year, thousands of walkers from all over the world set out on […]