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Before I walked the Camino de Santiago, I'd heard the legends about the wine fountain. "There's a fountain that flows with FREE WINE!" people would say, eyes wide with excitement. "It's available 24/7 for pilgrims!" "It's one of the best moments on the Camino!" I'll be honest—I was skeptical. A fountain flowing with free wine in the middle of Spain? It sounded like one of those travel myths that gets exaggerated with every retelling. But after walking over 100 kilometers from

Walking 776 kilometres from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela in 31 days was one of the greatest challenges of my life. But what made the Camino truly unforgettable wasn't the distance, the landscapes, or even reaching the cathedral in Santiago—it was the people . Every single day, I met pilgrims who inspired me, humbled me, and reminded me why this ancient pilgrimage route has drawn millions of people for over a thousand years. These are the stories that stay

My Experience & Recommendation I walked the Camino in September 2022 , completing the full 776km in 31 days from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela. What the weather was actually like: September gave me mostly great weather , but it wasn't perfect sunshine every day - and that's the reality of the Camino. What I experienced: Warm days perfect for walking (around 25-31°C) As I got closer to Galicia, temperatures dropped slightly but not much Cool mornings - nee

Walking 776 kilometers from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela isn't just a physical and spiritual journey—it's a culinary adventure through some of Spain's best food and wine regions. The Camino Menu: What You'll Eat Every Day Most albergues and restaurants offer a "Menú del Peregrino" (Pilgrim's Menu) for around €10-12. Here's what you'll typically find: Breakfast: Café con leche (coffee with milk) Tostada con tomate (toast with tomato and olive oil) Tortilla

After walking 776 kilometres from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela, I experienced moments that were equal parts hilarious, humbling, and downright bizarre. Here are the stories that still make me laugh. The Camino Shuffle By day three, I noticed something peculiar: everyone was walking funny. Not just a little stiff—I'm talking full-on penguin waddles, robot legs, and what I can only describe as "the Camino shuffle." Pilgrims who'd been striding confidently j

After walking 776 kilometres from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela, I learned exactly what gear is essential for the Camino—and what you can leave at home. This packing list is based on real experience, not internet research. Everything I recommend, I actually carried and used on the trail. The Golden Rule: Pack Light Your backpack should weigh no more than 10% of your body weight. Trust me on this—every extra kilogram matters after day three. Essential Gear