Camino de Santiago in summer: live a unique experience
Why do the Camino de Santiago in summer? Discover the magic of the route in the most vibrant months
Summer on the Camino: more light, more life, more experiencesThe Camino de Santiago in summer offers a unique and unforgettable experience. With longer days, pleasant temperatures in Galicia and a festive atmosphere, this is the ideal time to begin your pilgrimage towards the Cathedral of Santiago. Here’s why summer is perfect for living this adventure.
1. Ideal weather to walk and enjoyIn Galicia, summer brings mild temperatures compared to other regions of Spain, perfect for walking without extremes. Cool mornings and warm afternoons allow you to complete each stage without rushing, enjoying every landscape.
- Average temperature: 23–28 °C during the day.
- Less rain: Although there may still be some drizzle, summer is the season with the least rainfall.
In summer, thousands of pilgrims from all over the world choose the Camino. This creates a vibrant atmosphere in hostels and villages, with people from different cultures sharing stories and motivations.
- Local festivals in many stages.
- Greater gastronomic and cultural offerings at destinations.
Book your accommodation in advance to ensure a good rest after each day’s walk.
3. Nature at its bestThe fields are green, the sunflowers in bloom and the forests full of life. In summer, Galicia shows all its natural beauty in every stretch of the Camino. Don’t forget your camera to capture these landscapes.
4. Enjoy seasonal gastronomyIn the summer months, pulperías and terraces serve fresh products such as mussels, sardines and seasonal fruits. In Melide, for example, you cannot miss the famous pulpo a feira.
Make the Camino this summer and live the experience!Walking the Camino de Santiago in summer is much more than a hike: it is a spiritual, cultural and human experience you will remember for a lifetime. From Sarria, Tui, Ribadeo or any other route, adventures, friendships and the thrill of reaching Obradoiro Square await you.
This summer, your Camino begins here!



