The most popular route is the French Road or the 'Camino Frances', so called because it enters Spain from the French Pyrenees. Some pilgrims begin walking from thousands of miles away and travel for months on end, while others begin from Pamplona or Leon or even Sarria.
History is everywhere along the Camino, with spectacular city cathedrals and country churches dotted along the way, as you walk or cycle through meadows of orchids and see farmers wielding scythes in the tiny fields. Routes pass chestnut trees, cherries, peppers and fennel, blackberries and raspberries can be bought from trailside stalls and delicious Galician seafood enjoyed in a range of beautiful and eccentric hotels along the way.
Camino De Santiago Pilgrimage Trail
The famous Camino de Santiago, also known as St James' Way and the French Way, is a wonderful 500 miles trail which has been walked by pilgrims for over 1000 years. For most pilgrims, the Camino de Santiago ends at the magnificent Romanesque Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela - reputedly the final resting place of St. James the Apostle, although a further few days of walking takes the pilgrim to 'the end of the earth' at Finisterre with its downward pointing scallop shell signifying the actual ending, and where pilgrims once burned their boots.
With so many wonderful walking trips in Galicia, we've handpicked some of the best for you to choose from below. Simply tap 'View Holiday' to learn more. To refine your search, use the panel above to select the activity type, country, departure months, etc. We'll help you get closer to spectacular locations across the globe with activity holidays like walking tours in Galicia, so find the one you want today.
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The Camino de Santiago is probably the most famous walking trail in Spain and is known worldwide as a pilgrimage route. This walking tour in Galicia spans 500 miles and is one of the most spiritual walks in Europe. That's just one of the reasons why more than 300,000 people take it on every year!
Galicia sits in northwest Spain and has a coastline on the Atlantic and the Cantabrian Sea. Our customers love coming here for the vast landscapes that make walking tours in Galicia an unforgettable experience. Here, you'll find anything from verdant forests to wild beaches, which makes exploring this charming part of Spain so rewarding.
Spain's spiritual walk is the Camino de Santiago. Its English translation is 'Way of St. James' and pilgrims and walkers have travelled the 500-mile route since the Middle Ages. The whole route would take around a month, but there are shorter itineraries - such as the 11 days from Leon to Santiago. However far you journey, Camino de Santiago offers a real sense of accomplishment for any adventurer looking for a walking holiday in Galicia.
With so much interesting terrain to explore in this region of Spain, there are plenty of wonderful walking tours in Galicia for you to take on. These pass through beautiful towns and provide scenic routes all the way too. We've handpicked some of the best ones such as:
Most of the walking holidays in Galicia take place between March and October each year. This means the weather can be quite dry and hot, so you'll need to pack accordingly. Some of the most important things to bring include:
If you're walking in Galicia, then wearing comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing is a must. Holidays in the summer months require a hat, sunglasses, sturdy walking boots, and loose-fitting, breathable clothing.
There are hotels in most of the towns that you'll pass through on Galicia walking tours. If you book a holiday with us, however, we will arrange all your hotels for hassle-free travel. These will be handpicked based on our five-step approval process to ensure they're a great fit so you can wind down after a long day of walking.
Choose a walking trip in Galicia and immerse yourself in one of the most beautiful regions in Spain. Here at Headwater, we've got nearly 40 years of experience crafting wonderful itineraries, so trust us to provide you with an unforgettable trip. Enjoy our secure booking process when you plan your next adventure today.
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