Lonely Planet's
Journey
Camino de Santiago: the Camino Frances
is the definitive guide to one of the world's great adventures – bringing you closer to the culture, history and landscapes you'll encounter along the way.
Get inspiration, ideas and planning tips from our experts who have walked every step to uncover unique experiences you can make
all your own
. Have the best Spanish omelette you’ll ever eat in Valdelafuente, wake to monks chanting at dawn in Roncesvalles, and order a nightcap of patxaran before you leave Navarra.
Inside
travel guide:
Our Journey guidebook format
helps you
build the trip of a lifetime
with
step—by—step coverage
of this iconic path
Six of our favorite ways
to explore El Camino de Santiago, with itineraries ranging from 4 days to 5 weeks
Easy—to—use maps
must—do stops for every stage of the journey,
plus elevation charts and a
birds' eye route tracker
Discover
the best places to eat, drink and sleep
as well as recommended
detours
Interviews with locals and fellow pilgrims
share stories, tips and insights
In—depth features
explore grief on the Camino; the truth about medieval pilgrims; the impact of Camino tourism
Dive deep into unmissable experiences
from the Gothic majesty of Burgos Cathedral, to Maragato cookery in picturesque Astorga, and white—sand beaches on Cabo Fisterra
'Essentials' toolkit
on arriving, money and budgeting, accommodation, accessibility, responsible travel and more
Stunning photography
throughout
Covers
: Saint—Jean—Pied—de—Port; Pamplona; Logroño to Santo Domingo; Burgos to Carrión de Los Condes; León; Ponferrada; Sarria; Santiago de Compostela; Cabo Fisterra
Discover everything you need to know with
– your guide to experiencing one of the world's great adventures
your way
.