Is the Camino de Santiago accessible? Is it adapted?
ONCE Foundation has launched a series of pioneering initiatives to improve accessibility on the Camino de Santiago, aiming to ensure that people with disabilities can experience the pilgrimage under equal conditions. Through pilot projects, sections of several routes have been adapted to allow groups with functional diversity to complete them safely and independently.
Inclusive Camino: adapted stages and specialized support
The actions focus mainly on the French Way and the Portuguese Way, where accessible stretches with specific signage, adapted accommodations, and support services such as volunteer guides, assistance vehicles, and information materials in braille and easy reading formats have already been implemented.
- Routes tested by people with motor, visual, and intellectual disabilities.
- Stages between Sarria and Portomarín featuring accessible signage and adapted services.
- Collaboration with pilgrim associations and local councils.
Promoting inclusion through the Camino
The initiative not only aims to adapt the physical environment but also to raise awareness and promote inclusive tourism in Galicia. The ONCE Foundation works in partnership with social organizations, hostels, and tourist offices to ensure a rewarding experience for all.
- Training workshops for hosts and volunteers.
- Development of an accessible app with information on stages, resources, and alerts.
- Awareness events such as “Paths of Inclusion.”
The Camino as a symbol of resilience and diversity
These initiatives strengthen the Camino de Santiago as a space for inclusion, where every person, regardless of ability, can enjoy a spiritual, cultural, and human experience. Galicia continues to take firm steps toward truly accessible tourism.
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