It seems like phones and cameras dictate many souls pilgrimage. Surely the path of a Christian Pilgrim is to connect with God by withdrawing from most of the comforts of life. I am 66 next year and God willing will do the Camino Francais The route is full of Christ and he is my reason and this is the foundation of the Camino and Christ is the reason for doing Pilgrimage. There is much New age ideology, that has crept in, pushed by the Tourist industry and KZbin Mercenaries. A Priest should surely focus on leading The Lost to Christ, not a cozy walk for it's own sake. Rant over.

thank you for the tips i have made a belt extention for my bag because well the old bag o mine doesnt fit other wise lol. 315 lbs, thats my now weight, i was 180kg or 396 when a heart attack made me rethink a lot of my life.

Are there still any openings?

I have a question about the additional group led by Veronica. I don't see a way to communicate directly about that and registration sounds like 100% cost once that registration is submitted. ( for 9-28 to Oct 12). Is there a way to communicate about that?

I have heard that women's packs have narrower straps in order to accommodate women's narrow shoulders.

Thankyoufortheinsightsandcommonsense.

Ok I’m feeling even better about my shoe choice this week- Topo Terraventure, which are a little big. I made sure they were after a long walk in Salomons Ultra 3D pro wrecked my feet on a long walk. They were goretex too and my feet cooked and swole in them. I too bought several pairs of the Salomons over the years until they narrowed the toe box in the last model I bought, which ruined them for me. I had gone the other way wearing minimalist footwear but I think the barefoot style would be too hard on the feet over the distance of the Camino. I’d like more time to get used to the new shoes but they feel good. Trail runners with a wide toe box. So fingers crossed 🤞

I’m about to do this section myself. Thanks for the lovely video 😊

Please tell me about your black puffy jacket. I want to do the Frances I. April May.

I watched some of your other videos. I am interested in some of your packing ideas. Please tell me where to find the puffy jacket in your backpack packing video. I’m looking to go on the Camino Frances in the April May. I thought that was a great jacket.

Go to decathlon, buy the cheapest running shoes with toebox wide enough for your feet. Mine were ~$20.

Love that you bring a polo shirt

I’ll echo the other commenter: this is very helpful and your narration was spot on. One thing that would make this video tutorial better would be able to see the maps clearly. Next time try shrinking your giant head and make the subject the majority of the screen.

Thank you for your videos. I will be hiking the Camino Frances for the first time in September. I am a curvy woman in my late 50s and I've had a few medical setbacks and am starting over with 5 weeks to train. But you give me the confidence that I need to continue and enjoy the journey.

Your videos are great! Thank you for your calm wisdom. It is very much appreciated!

Your Amazon affiliate link didn’t work :( Thanks for your useful info!

Had to stop because of backgrund music

How did y'all travel with poles on the flight ?

How do you attach it?

Great advice, I’m planning for September 2025 and have started training.

Jeremiah, did you take your hiking umbrella on the airplane in your carry on?

It was one of my most difficult days. Torrential downpour and the hill was mud. I cursed the whole way up. And continued walking to Fonfria. But I was about ready to stop the Camino and go somewhere warm for a couple of weeks and then return when I dried off.

Thanks! What's the name of the town where the tractor went by?

This is exactly the video I needed today... thanks!

How do you suggest getting to Sarria from Madrid. I can't find a direct train or bus. Thanks for the excellent videos !

This is my favorite video on the Camino. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience!

Sarria, GALICIA. tanto os cuesta nombrar a Galicia?

Sarria, GALICIA.

I understand your premise but I cant drop everything for a 30+ day walk. I have a wife, kids and a business to look after. I'll do it when I dont have to pay school fees. Meantime, Camino vids are escapism. Thx, Matt

Very helpful, thanks!

im french sorry for my "frenglish" but really great thanks in france alls videos are without overweight.... as if france population is ......slim ...butis no the reality so more tanks

Can you use your credit card for a younger passenger such as an underage teeneger or your kid? Another question: can you pay cash when you take Alsa?

Im struggling with the fit but not because of belly, becase of overly large chest. WHAT do we do about that ???!! Ugh.

Record your videos while your sitting down and sre relaxed. Your huffing and puffig is worrisome. ❤️

Veronica is an abusive woman who kid napped my children. Btw

Saw a bunch of your posts before doing my Camino Oct 2023. Thank you , US Navy veteran. Sacramento

just some info for people that aren't from spain/europe about buying deodorant: we usually buy it from grocery stores/supermarkets, not from pharmacies -pharmacies usually have special ones for skins sensitivities or something like that- .

$300 for ground transportation? Thanks for pointing that out, I did not expect it to be so much!

Hope you clarify something for me. I purchased a train ticket from Santiago Madrid. Seems I booked with a Rail Ninja but they will not send me my ticket till June 24 by email. I have asked them to send me the now but their policy is a few weeks later. Is Rail Ninja a safe site?

Great video. Very comprehensive!

Hi, unfortunately the amazon link does not work.

Chamois cream and undershorts to prevent chaftin and welts. I used this when I cycled long distance and now use it when walking. Makes live easier.

Lutheran pastor and future pilgrim here. Excellent video. Helpful and thoughtful. Thank you.

Can you purchase ticket without pre booking ?

Sitting here, nursing a Spring cold and wishing I were in Spain so the next best thing . . . Some good points here but, while we each walk our own Camino, I'll just say: too many clothes, too big a bag. The temptation is: Oh, I've got some space, what else ought I take? I did my first CF Camino (2001) with a 60L pack which was what I had, by the time I got to Pamplona I shipped home about a third of the gear. Since then I've found 40L is more than enough. If you carry two water bottles drink from the one in the left pocket first; on the CF you are walking west and the sun is on your back/left hand side. The left hand bottle gets warmer and tepid water mid afternoon is NOT refreshing! Summer, in Spain, on the Camino and no hat? Tsk, Tsk! Also, Duct tape - take a few metres worth wrapped around an old store card. Finally, and this is the most important point DO. NOT. PIERCE. BLISTERS. WITH. A. NEEDLE. AND. THREAD! As a friend, a feisty Irishwoman and a medical doctor who has worked with MSF in war zones and refugee camps across the world and who doesn't suffer fools lightly once put it to a major in the Spanish army medical corps who was busily piercing blisters: "Why not give them a shot of toxin instead?" If you get a hot spot tape it up, even duct tape will do. Keep it clean, keep it dry and let the air get to it when resting. If you have to walk on it tape it over - again, even duct tape will do. ¡Ultreia y buen Camino a todos!

You probably just saved. me from walking off a cliff in Spain somewhere I;m leaving in two days and I am in panic mode. This was so so helpful!!

Is it the portugués way too hard?

Sandal!! really! For real? interesting!

Sorry I won't be able to cross paths with you as I will be towards the end of my camino at the start of yours. Your channel has helped me so much in answering the call I have to walk camino