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Camino Ingles

Camino Ingles or The English Way

The Camino Inglés, or the English Way, is a beautiful pilgrimage route that stretches from Spain’s northern coast to Santiago de Compostela. It was traditionally used by pilgrims from Northern Europe, who traveled by sea. People from countries like Sweden, Norway, England, Scotland, and Ireland would journey to ports and then sail to the coast of Galicia. From there, their pilgrimage to the tomb of St. James began.

Pilgrims walked from the ports of Viverio, Ribadeo, Ferrol, and A Coruña to Santiago. Today, modern pilgrims choose their starting points of Camino Inglés in Ferrol or A Coruña. Although shorter, this route still connects with Celtic Caminos in the UK and Ireland, providing the 100 km needed for the Compostela certificate.

Walk in the footsteps of these early pilgrims. Discover the hidden gems of Spain, and make the Camino Inglés your next adventure!

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Traditionally, English and Irish pilgrims arrived by sea at the port town of Ferrol. The English Way starts by following the rugged hilly coastline, then moves inland to the lush, wooded countryside. Passing through the mediaeval village of Betanzos is like travelling back in time with its hill-perched marketplace. It is quieter than other routes so for those trying to get away from the more popular French Way, the Camino Ingles presents a great alternative to reach Santiago and get your pilgrim certificate within a week.

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Starting on the coastline this walk is predominantly uphill on quiet country roads and through forests.

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With exceptionally strategic locations to travel on to Santiago de Compostela, the ports of A Coruna and Ferrol were the main two entry points for pilgrims coming by sea from the north. This Camino starts in A Coruna (the ‘glass city’) before passing through O Burgo, Sergude, and Bruma before joining the Camino Ingles (English Way) from Ferrol. This route from A Coruna offers even more quietness than the way from Ferrol - perfect to escape from the crowds of pilgrims in high season and reconnect with yourself and your spiritual side.

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72.7km

6 days

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