Traditionally, English and Irish pilgrims arrived by sea at the port towns of northern Galicia. 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 get from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela (or A Coruna to Santiago) and receive your pilgrim certificate within a week.
Starting on the coastline this walk is predominantly uphill on quiet country roads and through forests.