Day 1 – Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles
Over the previous evening, my fellow pilgrims had discussed the benefits of easing gently into the first morning of a trail. It’s a marathon, not a race. We had a …
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Day 2 – Roncesvalles to Larrasoaña
Life as a solo long-distance hiker can be isolating. Lengthy stretches of time walking in solitude can detach you from the outside world. However, after just 36 hours on the …
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Day 3 – Larrasoaña to Pamplona
Beginning a long-distance trail as a solo hiker can be daunting—you never know what, or who, you will bump into. However, Camino Francés is built a little differently. With a …
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Day 4 – Pamplona to Obanos
Long-distance hikers like envisioning their upcoming trails. The mere thought of mountains, forests, farmland or seaside scenery is enough to inflame the senses; the Camino Francés has more uplifting material …
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Day 5 – Obanos to Estella
By the time I began the Camino Francés, I had travelled internationally for seven adventurous months. I’d snowboarded Sweden’s Åre mountains, crossed the US on a continental train ride, surfed …
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Day 6 – Estella to Los Arcos
Many pilgrims begin their Camino in search of enlightenment, and it’s easy to see why—the ancient road to Santiago is entwined with sacred history, celebrated artifacts and uplifting natural beauty. …
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Day 7 – Los Arcos to Logroño
A long-distance adventure requires certain basics to be done right; hikers must be in shape, pack smart, have an itinerary in mind and notify others of your plans, just to name …
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