Winding from the French Pyrenees across northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela, the French Way offers a rich blend of history, culture, and personal discovery. Whether you are starting from the iconic St Jean Pied de Port, walking the iconic last 100km from Sarria to Santiago or the full 800km of the French Way, this route promises a truly unforgettable walking and pilgrimage experience.
Camino Frances
Explore the Camino Frances Route
What is the Camino Frances?
The Camino Frances (or the French Way) is the most famous of the nine major Camino de Santiago routes. The 800km of the Camino de Santiago Frances trails have inspired many artists, writers and filmmakers – such as Paulo Coelho in his bestseller The Pilgrimage and 2010’s Hollywood movie The Way starring Martin Sheen.
How long and difficult is the Camino Frances?
The Camino Frances (or the French Way) is the most famous of the nine major Camino de Santiago routes. The 800km of the Camino de Santiago Frances trails have inspired many artists, writers and filmmakers – such as Paulo Coelho in his bestseller The Pilgrimage and 2010’s Hollywood movie The Way starring Martin Sheen.
What are the most popular Camino Frances sections?
The Camino Frances (or the French Way) is the most famous of the nine major Camino de Santiago routes. The 800km of the Camino de Santiago Frances trails have inspired many artists, writers and filmmakers – such as Paulo Coelho in his bestseller The Pilgrimage and 2010’s Hollywood movie The Way starring Martin Sheen.
The Camino Frances Route Explained
The Camino Frances (or the French Way) is the most famous of the nine major Camino de Santiago routes. The 800km of the Camino de Santiago Frances trails have inspired many artists, writers and filmmakers – such as Paulo Coelho in his bestseller The Pilgrimage and 2010’s Hollywood movie The Way starring Martin Sheen.
The Most Popular Camino Routes
The Heming-Way: Saint Jean Pied de Port to Pamplona
67.3 km
6 days
Starting From
€ 460
Moderate plus
Camino Frances Top Tips & Information
