Loved this video and your honesty in coming to that decision. I’ve already watched your Primitivo video and knowing how much you enjoyed that makes your decision to stop all the more satisfying I’m guessing.

Nice video! Man is Frank a speed merchant or what! 😂

Great video, thanks! I’ve been following Nick for a while and saw his Primitivo video so came across here to get your take on this route. Planning to do the Primitivo in June 2025 immediately after the Inglese. These will be my 4th and 5th Camino’s. Grateful for the itinerary in the description and insight into the Albergues you stayed at. There’s nothing like a fellow pilgrims recommendation for a good place to stay! Buen Camino! (Now subscribed)

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Awesome🎥Route 1:Tui-Santiago, Walking September 2025.🥾🙏🥰

Hi, great vid and was looking at the Primitivo for next year....I was finishing the Portuguese in early October this year and the rain was incessant, especially en route to Finisterre, my question is, when did you film this?... Thx in advance

Thanks for another great video.

20:05 booking for donativo?! Really?! 🤦‍♂️

⚠️GUYS, Relax this isn’t duct tape. This is ✨speed tape✨ it can withstand very harsh conditions. It’s only used for short term repairs (such as paint peeling off) and it is completely safe.

Great video, really well thought out ❤

Great info Dan, lord knows it’s done wonders for me!

Great info and beautiful footage. I couldn’t agree more with everything you point out here. I can’t wait to walk again:)

Tx for your camino posts, l enjoy your channel cheers buddy

I felt more love for humanity walking the camino. So much positive energy. 😊

What month did you walk?

I walked the Primitivo and long to do it again. I had the pleasure of staying at Albeurge Bodenaya before it was sold to the current owners. Yes it was magical. Our clothes were washed complementary, We all helped with the dinner, and awoke to Ave Maria in the morning. I made some great friends.

This is an amazing video! Thanks so much for your investment in recording this journey. I’m a bit of a Camino junkie, so I’ve watched a lot of video while preparing my Camino talks for a local audience here in the States or just preparing for my trips on Camino. This is my all time favorite. Your combination of vulnerability and capturing the Camino family experience thru recording testimonials from your mates is just really well done ! Thanks so much . Buen Camino and it would be a thrill to bump into you on the trail someday. I’m planning a few Caminos for ‘25 and your videos are very helpful and appreciated.

I like the breakdown of the routes. Great information.

Bodenaya is fantastic... Allison and Alberto are wonderful.

How many days is that walk from Oviedo to Santiago?

Do you have a recommendation for someone who has about the same amount of time but doesn’t care about getting a certificate? I’m looking for a challenging stretch of the Camino with great scenery. I don’t mind if I never make it to Santiago, just want a good experience.

Thanks Dan for calling out the bunk phone users! We had one guy chatting away at full volume past 10, like he was hosting a late-night talk show. Thankfully, someone (ahem, cough-cough) reminded him it wasn’t The Camino After Dark. Problem solved. Lol!

Great video Dan. I’m still planning my first Camino. Hopefully for May next year. Take care buddy. BTW, this is Damian from our DSL days.

I reached it a couple of days ago, and what an amazing feeling it was. When I first arrived at my starting point, I wondered how I’d ever find a Camino family. But somehow, everything fell into place. I had an incredible experience, met so many new people, and made lifelong friends. My first Camino, with my first Camino family-an experience I’ll never forget.

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ok, thanks and thanks for your videos !

what month / day did you start the Baztan?

This has made me want to plan another Camino on top of the one I’m already planning! 😂

I never thought I'd miss the snorers and the early rustlers, but your video suddenly made me miss exactly that! and that's _quite_ an achievement…. sheep’s wool, woop! very sensible advice, packaged neatly into an entertaining video. Recommended viewing for any intrepid pilgrim! I shall now declare you *Camino Ambassador for All Things Practical* ☀

Tx for the post, I do enjoy all of your videos I like the idea of scavenging the wool from the fences that is spot on cheers buddy

A bit niche I know, but one easy habit which worked a treat for me was to avoid communal accommodation at all costs. 😂

It was fabulous reliving my memories through your awesome video. I hiked the Primitivo in May this year as part of a combo and in 2023 with my wife. It is such a fantastic Camino that I'm thinking of hiking it again in 2026 as part of another combo. i have yet to see the views on the Hospitales as both times it was shrouded in cloud and misty rain so that is just one incentive. Hopefully you will film more Caminos as this was one of the best. Cheers

One of the best primitive trail videos I've seen. Thank you very much for sharing. The Drone shots are impressive. If nothing fails I will do the Primitivo in May 2025 to celebrate my retirement. I will do it by MTB. I ask you a small favor, could you put the link to the Play list, I am unable to find it.

Amazing video

Thank you, Guys. I completed the Camino Primitivo this October. I encourage others to experience the journey. I tell them, they won’t regret it. Buen Camino.

Where did you start your camino?

When did you start the Camino?

Nice video and advice.

Thats speed tape its a advanced tape thats super strong that people use to make a quick repair in case a crack or in perfection until a permanent repair can be done that tape also helps for smoother surfaces for air to flow around the plane ✈️ I hope this helped you out😊

I have plans to do it in 7 days followed by the Primitivo. Amazed you even tried to do it in 4 but it was sure a learning curve. Buren Camino

Brilliant video. I’m only halfway through but have now abandoned my plan to do the Norte for the Primitivo! 😊 Looking forward to watching the rest your journey. Thanks and Buen Camino!

How much extra walking do you do to place and then recover the cameras for your walk by shots?

Speed tape its not duct tape

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you Dan. I was in the process of deciding between the Primitivo and the Invierno for next May, and your video has definitely given the edge to the Primitivo. Will you be making individual videos for each stage?

Thank you very much for your kind reply.I am hoping that I will attempt a second Camino in 2025 but haven’t decided as yet on the route.I would like to finish in Santiago but the Frances does not particularly appeal because of both the distance and potentially number of other people.walking and have looked so far at the Camino Ingles.I really enjoyed walking alone which surprised me a bit as I enjoy company of others but not having to compromise and consider anyone else apart from myself worked well.I have subscribed to your channel and will work my way through your videos for inspiration definitely including the Primitivo.Best wishes Stuart

It was my first Camino and don’t think I could have chosen better.I completed it in six stages and saw absolutely no one else walking my way from Bayonne to Pamplona,two other pilgrims passed me doing the route in reverse near the pass at Belate.I don’t mind admitting,I found it tough at times particularly the climb up to Otsondo but so rewarding and satisfying,loved the scenery,tranquility and time to think which meant the mind travelled far further than just the distance from start to finish.Enjoyed your videos very much

Great and thoughtful video buddy. 😊😊

Just watched your series of videos regarding the wonderful Camino del Baztan.Had the considerable pleasure of walking the route from Bayonne to Pamplona alone in late Summer this year.Your videos reminded me of how good an experience it was,both physically and mentally challenging but so enjoyable.Best wishes Stuart

Hi Mate, hopefully my 'knee' get back into shape for 2025 Camino Primitivo, by the way how do one can get to 'Òviedo' from Madrid (I know you were on Camino El Salvador and you finally managed to reach Santiago) Thanks for your useful Hacks and Tips it sure do make life easer x take care

That was a really enjoyable watch. It felt really genuine and heartfelt about the pleasures of doing a Camino without being preachy, which some videos are. I'm curious, was that rain and cloud early on typical for that time of year?