Tips for beginners on the Camino de Santiago: first pilgrimage

Are you a beginner on the Camino de Santiago? Discover the best tips to prepare for your first pilgrimage and enjoy it to the fullest

The Camino de Santiago is an unforgettable experience for any traveller, including those doing it for the first time. At caminodesantiagoreservas.com we’ve gathered a series of practical tips so beginners can enjoy the Camino with ease and safety.

Not all routes are the same. Choose a Camino that suits your physical condition and the time you have available. The French Way from Sarria is an excellent option for beginners, as it covers the 100 km required to obtain the Compostela and has great services.

Travel light. Bring only the essentials: comfortable and already broken-in footwear, light technical clothing, a rain jacket, water bottle, basic first-aid kit and your pilgrim passport. Remember that we can take care of transporting your backpack between stages for extra comfort.

Don’t try to break records. It’s important to start at a moderate pace, take breaks, stay hydrated and take care of your feet to avoid blisters. It’s always better to stop in time than to get injured.

The Camino is not only about walking: it’s an opportunity to meet people from all over the world, taste local cuisine, admire landscapes and discover small towns full of history. Take the time to savour each moment.

At caminodesantiagoreservas.com we can help you plan everything: from accommodation and transfers to phone assistance along the route. This way, you only need to focus on walking and enjoying.

Don’t wait any longer to live this unique experience — we’ll be waiting for you on the Camino!

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