Camino Frances May/June 2019

Walking the Camino Frances in May/June 2019. I filmed during my walk on the Camino what I saw on the way. That resulted in 7 hours of footage what I had to reduce to 2,5 hours. The music that I have used was free available music without license from You tube. Thanks to the musicians that made this possible.
I have tried to make a beginning and an end. For the rest it is a documentary or road movie whatever you like.

[@Torosentao]

Spain is tranquility, peace and love. And knowing how to live every second and enjoy life. A Galician tells you that he sees thousands of pilgrims passing each year finding themselves. Viva España y Buen Camino!!

[@jimbojet8728]

Wot bollocks is that ? Ha ha!

[@charlesrogerson7795]

Amen brother 🙏

[@ColargolPL]

Thank you so much for not filling all the film with music. The original sounds, esp. ubiquitous birds, were much more helpful for getting back to those places and feelings!

[@LordKratos86]

so true. thank you jacob for this film. i walked the camino in the holy year 2010...and this little film gave me positive flashbacks all over.. greeting from leipzig, germany

[@user-nj5mg6kw1g]

as if I am on the camino. many thanks for nice film.

[@GaryWaldronUK]

Its not until you see it like that that you realise you can remember it all. Fantastic video. Thanks

[@AccumbensNucleus]

FINALLY! a *non narcissistic* Camino video! Just the basic walk with scenery and population centers, *period* . Thank You! Almost all Camino videos are: "This is me here" and "This is me there" and "This is the boo-boo I got on my foot" and some more "This is me here" and This is me there". Not to say that it's not fun/educational to watch other peoples experience. My point is that after you walk the Camino, you realize that there is no way to translate your *personal* experience to someone else. I really like how you made an effort to film at "quiet" times and at "quiet" places when possible, and kept the focus of the video on "general shots" that mostly didn't focus on any one person or group. The way you filmed/edited this, is especially ideal for people that have done the Camino, and just want to quietly re-live it, as if they were walking it again themselves. No guy or gal showing off constantly and blabbing about themselves, like some never ending selfie. I guess we must have compatible philosophies. I took 300 photos, and I think only 5 or 6 were of myself. I think a "narcissistic spiritual journey" are words that are simply incompatible. Good Job Mate!

[@RedPop4]

That is a great observation and perspective, thank you.

[@user-uq1qy5et3q]

I was glad and surprised to see your video. My wife and I have appeared twice in St Jean and Los Arcos alberge. Thank you.

[@michelemoran3267]

Thank God no music!!!! Love your interpretation! Cheers Miki

[@27brigitte]

Thank you for this wonderful camino-film.....the moment i liked most was when the old man on the bicycle wishes you a Buen Camino and you answer Gracias....this small scene gives me a feeling of the Camino-spirit...Thank you for sharing

[@federicobarrio6086]

Love your video, I've done the Camino 5 times but never get tired of looking at other people experiences. Muchas gracias, buen Camino y saludos desde Mexico.

[@Jacob-fs2qv]

Muchos gracias Federico, i started filming as a complete beginner so I now technically not everything was perfect. But nice to hear that you liked it and you have obviously seen more camino movies. Did you walk several routes all 5 times?

[@estellagutierrez795]

I'm planning my Camino worried about coronavirus but I'm still in training

[@mayapastrana4444]

Can you give me advice on how to plan it?

[@federicobarrio6086]

@@mayapastrana4444 Hablas español?

[@mellyjonathan5182]

@@federicobarrio6086 ......could you tell me how to go to Camino for walk, me from Indonesia. I’m interesting for that journey.

[@maxon888mac4]

Jacob, thank you for the your great video... awesome reminder of my Camino last Sept 2019...

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Great review

[@Jagueyes1]

The only video l have seen of the Camino using this particular format. Works great for me. No language barrier here for the most part. Anyone can watch it. I like your choice of music very much also. Thank you for sharing. A real jewel!

[@bulldog03leatherneck91]

Thank you for sharing such great film. 👍

[@dgale1023]

Beautifully done Jacob, thank you

[@joseramonvalenzuelaegea6745]

You have taken 30 days walking for El Camino Francés. I was never able to do such a feat. Thank you for the video.

[@Life_pics_vids_moments]

I was walking on the Northern route while you were making this wonderful video. What time of day did you start your walk? I don't see many pilgrims walking and I want to know your secret.

[@JohnVianneyPatron]

An interesting take on the Camino Frances. Using alternate routes, less common towns and modern transportation. A person has to watch this video with map in hand just to see how you completed your Camino. Congratulations!

[@clearskies]

At last a video that isn't about the pilgrim...so glad you showed the sites and sounds. Well done.

[@giovannidelnoce149]

La cosa più bella di questo racconto per immagini sono i silenzi... il rumore dei passi nella pace del Cammino... come ad Agosto 2017... grazie! Buon Cammino!

[@AlexandreOliveira1974]

I never get tired either. Caminho Português 2014 (Oporto-SC / Spring time) and Camino Francés 2018 (León-SC / Winter). Bo Camiño! May the Lord Jesus bless us all, and St. James guide our steps. Ultreia Edit.: Villalcázar de Sirga ("Vila Sirga") is present in many of 13th century Alfonso X, The Wise's CANTIGAS DE SANTA MARIA. A monumental church.

[@carenalmeida8037]

Your path/CAMINO is very beautiful ... I have not done mine yet, I really want to do it, meanwhile I enjoy every path I can see ... I had his in the background on my computer for four days ... very calm, beautiful ... thank you for share it...BUEN CAMINO!!!

[@arneaustinwalks3441]

Congratulations on reaching 100K!! Great overview of the Camino Frances. I did the Camino in 2017 and planning on a repeat in 2022!

[@kounanooups3048]

Juste magnifique ça me rappel souvenir souvenir

[@benoitlegault9699]

Pour une personne qui a fait les chemins plus de 25 fois vous m'avez procuré des très bon souvenirs, merci!

[@danielsimmons3499]

I am so happy to have come across your video. It is wonderful and to thorough. I think if is an ideal video to refer to potential pilgrims. Enjoyed the fact you took the time and allowed me to savor the camino. I will be walking the Camnino next mid-August/Sept. depending and Covid19. God Bless ~ DRS

[@harrykey2448]

I just want to say that I sat and watched your Camino video today and thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact it is the second time I have viewed it, the first being about six months ago. I love the quality of filming and you managed to capture the spirit of the experience without the need to hold a running commentary. I first walked the Camino from St Jean in 2007 and am raring to get started on my second as soon as the pandemic allows. Meanwhile I am having to satisfy myself with watching videos.

[@mikaellindroos1594]

Nice video thanks.We walked in September2019.

[@mariocalligaronodaro]

Thanks for letting me relive the emotions of the Camino. I was only one day ahead of you so it seems to me that I am reliving my experience. Buen Camino for life.

[@Free_Ranger_CT110]

I walked the Frances in 2019, leaving St Jean on April 6th. Sadly the route via Orisson was closed & I had to walk to Roncesvalles via Valcarlos. It snowed as I approached Roncesvalles, but for me the stay there was a highlight of the camino. Thanks for posting your caminos.

[@CatWalking]

Thanks! Enjoying this while slogging away on my elliptical, during these “COVID-Daze Days!” 🌞

[@robbiejohnson5989]

i started 01/05 finished 05/06 2019 to Finisterre and that wasn't the plan, only to SANITAGO, it's now 28/01/2022 Portugal camino June/July 2022 your account has me wanting to repeat camino Frances again!! and I will thanks to footage like this, those that have trekked and those that are thinking of trekking Buen Camino you will never forget or regret the greatest trek you"ll do!

[@vikulsakdamnernsawat5174]

Like your work . Thank you From Thailand.

[@tonybrincat6879]

Great video thanks for sharing Jacob

[@evar3481]

Nice film! Thank you!

[@reed0199]

Hi - I don't normally post twice - BUT -This was a Very Satisfying Documentary of The Camino (Frances). 2 Hours Well Spent. Thank You Jacob !!!

[@cassandro51]

It was nice to do the virtual journey with you in this difficult moment. Thanks

[@bmdrona]

Very nice. Helps me reminisce my completed CF Sept-Oct, 2016. Great memories. Encouraged me to complete 5 more through 2019. Camino de Santiago. Unequaled experiences. Thank you very much for this video!!

[@grand.dieu.des.routes951]

Thanks for this nice video

[@Jacob-fs2qv]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@ioanciprian2518]

the best documentary ever 2.5 hours in a day im pelegrino 27 days end im pround 19.07.19/ 19.08.19 finistere last

[@Biancazur]

Buen Camino Villa Franca del Bierxo me hizo recordar

[@albertdupond7827]

Superbe, très agréable et interessant, merci !!!

[@jonf2126]

Lovely video. I was a few days ahead of you in 2019, leaving Logroño on 5-20, finishing the section of the Camino I skipped in 2018.

[@Frisbeeninja2]

awesome keep it up

[@brendanwhite3731]

Hi I was planning on taking my bike and trailer with all my needs on the trailer. I was looking at the different road,s and the conditions for cycling the Camino. Grate look at the country Spain.

[@estellagutierrez795]

Buen Camino

[@cathyjeffery7984]

I am wondering how you managed to take so much footage with so little interaction with local or other pilgrims. When did you find the streets sooo quiet? Just wondering.

[@nievesserranotofe54]

Felicidades y gracias un buen reportaje sin el vicioso protagonismo cansino y barato. Sí señor.

[@nadaderbas5268]

Thank you for sharing... l am flying out of Melbourne on the 18th of May 2020 to Biarritz 😊

[@Jacob-fs2qv]

Thank you it is my pleasure to share it. Have a nice camino yourself.

[@JSolhoff]

Buen camino!

[@j.b.2263]

No your not. 😢

[@oriolalain7090]

J. B. Next year if good it's ok 😊

[@oriolalain7090]

Merci pour ce beau reportage avec qq musiques et des silences ponctues de la Vie du Chemin. Cette année ce devait être mon 4ème Camino mais le Covid a eu raison du Pèlerin. Espérons que ce n'est que passager. L'avenir et Dieu nous répondront. Merci à vous et Bonne Thank you for this beautiful report with some music and silences punctuated by the Life of the Way. This year was to be my 4th Camino but the Covid was right for the Pilgrim. Hopefully it is only temporary. The future and God will answer us. Thank you and Bonne Route Alain

[@MrWilliamhau01]

Hi Jacob, Could you please let me know how did you store such a large amount of video data while on thr Camino for days? Thanks

[@anbar8048]

Me ha parecido un reportaje excelente, mejor aún sin demasiada música, invitando a la observación del paisaje y dando una oportunidad al silencio de la mente. Gracias.

[@Francisco-vl4rj]

Hice el camino hace muchos años y me ha encantado tu trabajo, sobre todo porque no hay palabras, sobran. ¡Buen camino en tu vida!

[@davideddy2672]

Would anyone have some idea as to how long it might take me to walk from Mont Michael and down through please?

[@TravelonlineWalk]

This seems to be a very amazing place ❤ New sub + Bell ❤❤❤

[@normacruzgarcia9500]

Estoy pensando hacerlo. ¿Cuál camino y temporada me recomiendan? Me encantan los paisajes naturales aunque también conocer la arquitectura de otros pueblos. Soy de Mexico

[@trevorcox3669]

Thank you for your video. I felt a bit dizzy when you changed shots so quickly though

[@firstlast9111]

well done

[@oriolalain7090]

Toujours aussi merveilleux à regarder ( 2ème où 3ème fois ?? ). C'est reposant car peu de musiques (très bien choisies par ailleurs) mais tous les "bruits" du Chemin sont là. Cette façon de filmer est extrêmement agréable à regarder et on retrouve au fil des images toute la beauté du Camino. Merci Au fait vous parlez de 7 heures montées pour 2,5 heures. Donc il reste du grain à moudre 😊. C'est pour quand ? Je plaisante bien sûr. Allez un dernier Merci et je m'en vais. Buen Camino de la Vie 😊

[@genitoreycontreras4964]

Un largo vídeo para un largo camino. : Muy bueno y muy oportuno principalmente en esta etapa de confinamiento en casa., No estoy lejos de Santiago vivo a unos 90 km y siempre que puedo me acerco para ver la llegada de los peregrinos y la emoción me embarga al ver la cara de felicidad de los que han culminado EL CAMINO.

[@jarrowboy]

Great video Jacob. Enjoyed it very much. Reminded me of my own Camino in 2018 and all the fun I had. I’m walking it again this April. I’ve written a novel about the Camino called The Catching of the Camino Wind. It is now available @Amazon.com in either paperback or e-book.

[@fernandopineyro5481]

Muchas gracias por el video me hizo recordar muchos lugares que habia visitado en mi camino

[@az521719]

complimenti ho guardato tt il video con molto interesse avete fatto vedere un sacco di luoghi che io ho attraversato e soggiornato nel 2017 quando lo fatto io in m.t.b.bravi e complimenti ancora..by luigi.monteleone .giffone .rc.italia

[@TheMariodeblas]

✌️🇪🇸

[@iluvturtles0229]

How man days of rain did you have during that period?

[@iluvturtles0229]

I was planning on going May/June 2020. Alas, it was not meant to be. I did go in 2018, so this brought back great memories. I love that it was slowed down so that you could really visualize better. MAY I ASK WHAT TIME OF DAY DID YOU LEAVE? THE STREETS SEEM LESS CROWDED IN MOST INSTANCES, WHICH I AM HOPING FOR.

[@Jacob-fs2qv]

Hello Judith, I started late most of the days. I think somewhere around half past 8.

[@atelienet1234]

Adorei o vídeo podemos ouvir os sons naturais do lugar as imagens são boas perfeito.

[@HillTrekkerSarge]

1:23:25 Why did y'all skip over part of the meseta? That is some of the loveliest walking on the Frances.

[@Frisbeeninja2]

meseta is my fav!

[@AccumbensNucleus]

Oh no! you didn't do it by the book! (Just Kidding) There is no book. Everyone walks their own Camino as they see fit. That is rule number 1 of the Camino, but some never get it...

[@reed0199]

At 2:15:18 - A Flash Mob into the Big Finish !!! Ultreia !!!

[@estellagutierrez795]

I'm planning on April May 2020

[@JSolhoff]

Me too. Buen camino!

[@rainbowdrop30]

I am also... Will be setting off on 3rd April. The nerves are starting to set in. Will the corona virus stop me? Will my legs carry me the distance? Will I be homesick? Questions in my mind all day today, but I think nerves are natural, no? This video has just made me very excited, and now I will put my fears to the back of my mind!! Buen Camino

[@AidaJof]

Did you do it? I was also planning for May/June, could not ... perhaps 2021

[@adrianacastro7550]

Muy buen video . Gracias 😊 yo planeo hacer el camino Francés , que es la mejor temporada en cuanto al clima ? Saludos

[@piligarcia6082]

Hola .te recomiendo desde Abril a Junio.porque es el mejor tiempo.todos los albergues están abiertos.no hay aglomeración de jente...y no hace falta que lleves la esterilla (colchoneta) .si lo haces sola.siempre encontrarás compañía si lo deseas y también para cualquier despiste va bien seguir a otros..no lleves muchas cosas...pesan y puedes encontrar de todo en los pueblos ..Buen camino...

[@margotliefting6804]

2019 mei gelopen een hele mooie belevenis

[@margotliefting6804]

Een geweldige film beleef het op nieuw wil in 2021 van Lissabon naar Santiago lopen

[@calabrese52]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful video. I come from Canada and plan on starting the full Camino from St.Jean Pied de Pont on May 1, 2020. I want to ask you what the terrain is like going through the Pyrenees mountains at that time in May. Did you film completely with your cell phone camera? If so did you carry extra batteries for all the filming you did? I am going solo and was wondering if you had any difficulty in meeting up with other people? Any foot problems with blisters, etc? If so how did you take care of them? Thanks.

[@Jacob-fs2qv]

Hello Angelo the start from Saint Jean is most climbing all day and a few kilometers downhill to Roncevalles. I made sure that my Phone was fully charged each morning. I am sure you will easily connect with people. Probably you will see a lot of familiar faces each stage. I did not have problems with blisters. My tip is wear liner socks inside merino woolen socks to keep your feet dry.

[@calabrese52]

Jacob many thanks for your reply.🙏

[@expatstories2181]

Hey Angelo, I walked it early May 2019. Going through the Pyrenees was mostly a gradual steady climb. But the Pyrenees are only one day. The weather is unpredictable - snow, rain or sun. Rain jacket and layers - it is all good.

[@calabrese52]

Brian Thanks for your input. Much appreciated. This will be my first time. I’m getting a little nervous with all the negative reporting about the Coronavirus. I’m scheduled to leave May 4 and hopefully things will get better by then.

[@expatstories2181]

Angelo Fulco i am going again I think May 8. Fingers crossed on virus! It may cut back the crowds in alburgues a bit and that would be okay.

[@MrVenisd]

El vídeo esta muy bien pero le falta animación "algo de música y los nombre de las poblaciones"

[@harrydonna5458]

Hi Jacob we really enjoyed your movie. We remember you we met at JPdP. Donna and Harry went out to dinner with you on the first night 18/5/2019 and a girl from South Africa. Your movie brought a lot of good memories. Lots of greetings from New Zealand Ps: do yoy still have the Cap. Het ga je uitsteken

[@Jacob-fs2qv]

Hello Harry and Donna, Great to hear from you. It was nice to meet people from new sealand with dutch roots. I hope you made it all the way to Santiago? I hope we can go for a new camino walk next year. I am so sorry for those people that have planned it for this year. But who could have expected this Corona virus to spoil all the joy? And yes of course i still have the cap you gave me. Stay safe and whish you all the best

[@harrydonna5458]

@@Jacob-fs2qv Yes we made it to Fisterra as well. Well who knows next year we loved it both. Good to hear you still have the Cap :-). Well all the best from your good friends New Zealand Buen Camino

[@stuartchristie3593]

How did you put all this together. It’s fantastic. . We are going 26th May.

[@Jacob-fs2qv]

Thank you! The end of May is a perfect time to start. Buen Camino.

[@estellagutierrez795]

I'm getting ready, walk one step at a time

[@georginasawyer6524]

my only criticism is that I don't know the names of the villages

[@francescoesse8000]

Spero di poterlo fare anch'io un giorno! Buen Camino

[@mariapollini1645]

Mi piace il silenzio di questo video.il rumore dei passi e del vento, il cinguettio degli uccelli,la poca gente inquadrata, i luoghi semideserti.la musica è dolce e accompagna chi osserva ad apprezzare il paesaggio. Grazie.di cuore.

[@ricardjorba5161]

Hola Jacob!! Yo hice el mismo recorrido un mes antes con las mismas etapas, pero hice el camino completamento entero, sin coger trenes ni coches, las etapas de la meseta son fantasticas, lastima que no las hicieras. Un saludo pelegrino

[@golub7228]

And did you visit the church??st jakob??really?

[@antoniohermoso277]

Antonio

[@iker0960]

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[@placidobaamonde6374]

A la parte principal del Camino -Galicia- dedicas solo una mínima parte.

[@placidobaamonde6374]

(Por qué tachas el nombre de Galicia?

[@tammowallinga5826]

Thanks for the video Jacob, it brought back lots of fond memories. But please pay a bit more attention to getting the spelling right in the texts - all accents are missing, in the title to start with: Camino Francés. And by taking the train from Astorga to Ponferrada you skipped Cruz de Ferro, probably the most important point along the way. That is a criminal sin ...

[@AidaJof]

I am disappointed at the lack of interaction with either the locals or other peregrinos along the way, in town or at the albergues.

[@Silveranty]

Thanks for sharing! Viewer gets plenty beautiful insights of various landscapes along the trail as well as the every day life of a pilgrim. Unfortunately the length of the film is very exhausting, due to random motives, poor script/concept, audio and cutting skills sometimes-but must have been lots and lots of work still. Less can be more sometimes ...

[@mariancrean6874]

Most Camino footage has great content, why ruin it with silly guitar repeat musick

[@NewTasty]

Great review