Pilgrim | FULL Camino de Santiago Documentary (Camino Frances)

[@Cantairi]

Kate, just watched the complete video with my wife (who, due to being the caregiver to our 40 year old daughter who has an intellectual disability) has never done a Camino. She was inspired to witness your growth in confidence from week one to the end at Finisterre. She was surprised and delighted to see that I featured in the photo in Reliegos. She was equally delighted to see Harry as I had spoken about him so often. So the positive outcome of watching the video: we are going to try and arrange care for our daughter in order to take on a short Camino for myself and Susan in 2025. I enjoyed your reflection video. It was very thoughtful and realistic. Thank you and Buen Camino. Tony

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

That’s so lovely to hear Tony. I wish you and Susan a wonderful time on the camino together! Buen Camino!

[@greghendrix326]

Kate. My wife and I have just finished watching your full Camino Video. I walked the same dates as you. Aug 21. - Sept 29th of 2023. We met along the way a couple of times and both times you were with Harry. On afternoon late Harry, you, and I sat on a bench in a town square. Harry and I talked while you edited your videos of the day. I wife really identified with you and was quite complementary of all your work putting this complete video together. To my surprise I am even in your video on day 7 or 8. It was such fun to watch your video, see some of the people I also met along the way (Harry, Christina, Debbie, Janet and Gary from Colorado, Jeanette). It was quite amazing as we watched the video with my itinerary in hand ,pictures I took which contained the date taken, and at the same time watching your movie. Thank you for allowing me to relive my journey and enjoy all your filming at the same time. Some of my family joined me on the Camino also. Three of my adult children walked different parts with me and it was so fun building those memories with them. Linda, my wife and I returned to the Camino and walked from St Jean starting on the 15th of September and slowly walked to Pamplona over a five day period. She is now officially hooked after watching your movie and having a taste of the Camino and wants to return and perhaps complete the journey in maybe three more stages. I wish you all the best and thank you for sharing your journey. Greg Hendrix from Alabama, (U S)

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Hey Greg! I remember you and chatting with you in Viana and walking into Logroño! I’m so pleased you got to enjoy the camino with different members of your family and that you have been back with your wife! Blessings to you and your family! 💚

[@KiwiJohn1951]

Hi, Kate. I, too, walked the Camino Francés during this time, starting on the 26th and arriving in Santiago de Compostela on the 26th of September. Who knows, we may have bumped into each other.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Hi John That’s great! We possibly did see each other! Wow! you walked fast! Buen camino!

[@KiwiJohn1951]

@Kate_Pilgrim Thanks, Kate. Next year in late August, I will start the del Norte from Irun. I have the Camino bug!😂

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

oh wow! Another adventure awaits! 😀

[@Gardenwatch]

Your Camino blog Kate is very well done and captures the essence of the Camino Frances. I completed my second Camino Frances this year from St. Jean during the spring time. SO many wonderful memories made more special by the fellow pilgrims who walked with me. Thanks for sharing your experience and Buen Camino!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you so much! Congratulations on walking it twice! Buen Camino!

[@cristyspangler7449]

Your documentary was beautiful in every way. I loved your unique perspective, sharing about where you stayed, your great challenges, and achievements. I am walking the Camino Frances starting the end of august and your video inspires me for my own journey. Thank you for documenting and for sharing what I am sure is an experience that is near and dear to your heart!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you so much Cristy! That is very encouraging! All the very best with your camino Frances and your preparations! Buen Camino! ☺️

[@kopio12345]

Good job Kate. I'm having goosebumps watching the video. So many dejavu moments. I did Camino Frances and Finisterre in June - July 2023. It's definitely a life changing experience. And I've done Kumano Kodo this year . And planning for a second camino, hopefully next year. Nevertheless our life is our most precious camino itself. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you. Buen Camino.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I’m glad you enjoyed it and it brought back memories for you! Congrats on doing the Kumano Kodo! Happy New year and Buen Camino!

[@Patty-iw1nm]

Kate, Thank you so much for your beautiful, informative, inspirational and heart felt documentary..I laughed and cried throughout. You truly touched me and I can't wait to experience my Camino this fall. I am in the early planning stages and would like to walk the Camino in mid Sept to Mid Oct. Thanks for sharing your Camino experience.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! All the best with your plans and your pilgrimage! Buen Camino! 💚

[@helmuthhobarth2759]

Hi Kate! Thank you so much for this amazing video. I’ve walked the Camino Francés five times, and watching your video made me feel like I was right there on the path again. I truly loved your film-it brought back so many beautiful memories. Thank you for letting me relive the Camino through your work. best regards Helmuth from Viernna/Austria

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thanks so much Helmuth! Buen Camino! ☺️

[@RachelHarries-h8j]

I loved this film. Thank you so much for bringing it here to us.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maryspiering1205]

Beautiful, just beautiful. You were able to capture the emotions of the trail, spectacular views, and the shared experiences of other pilgrims. Yes, a privilege indeed to be able to do this trek. You have inspired me to do this soon. Thank you.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Awww thank you so much Mary! 💚 I’m so glad you plan to do the camino soon! Buen Camino!

[@lizstrailsandtravels4624]

Thank you for the wonderful video and the time to video and put together. An amazing memory. I start may 2 ‘25.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! You will have your own amazing memories! Buen camino!

[@bustermcginn]

Hi Kate, just watched your video and loved it! i did mine in 2022 from SJPDP in July. We did almost the same route, and same stops. Recognized so many places, the only difference was i went to Muxia, then Finisterre. A truly life changing experience, did the Portuguese in 2023, enjoyed it also, but very different. Planning on doing the Frances again this year. You're right, it changes you 😊 Once again, thanks for the memories!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it and that it brought back memories for you! I would like to do the Portuguese next! Buen camino! ☺️

[@joannejohnson]

Well done Kate for walking the Camino and making this beautiful film. 😊

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@andreasieffert2322]

I really enjoyed watching your video and journey along the Camino. What made your video stand out from others I have watched is the footage of your journey that you captured and shared...absolutely spectacular! Some of the music you chose at specific parts of the journey actually brought tears to my eyes - i.e. when you reached Santiago. Thank you for your sharing your journey.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it! Buen camino!

[@roberthalley-frame5403]

Great overview of the Camino. My wife and I really enjoyed your journey and it brought back so many memories of our journey in 2024. Looking forward to a new journey in 2025!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

So glad you enjoyed it and it brought back memories for you both! Buen camino!

[@AlexandraSiegel-v9w]

You are already ready for another one 😮? I watch this video just to see what to expect. I think I’m not physically prepared for this looong and challenging challenge. Hope by next year I at least make myself able to walk without any discomfort 16 km daily.

[@NotaFullDeck333]

Just finished watching the whole video. Thank you, it was very good and inspiring. Happy Christmas

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! Merry Christmas! 🎄

[@harryvelsen]

This lovely video brought back some good memories.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

So glad! ☺️

[@jerrilynn3331]

Hi Kate! I am really enjoying watching your documentary. I walked in Aug/Sept 2023. I love your commentary and all. I am leisurely taking it all in. Just Wonderful Kate!!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you so much! 💚

[@Michael_Matthias]

Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I have only watched up to Leon so far, but your story and your lovely way makes me want to walk again soon.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you Michael! 😊

[@emlyngriffith5846]

I’ve lived up a mountain in Spain for twenty years and love the culture and people. Great video. Great effort. Well done! 👍🍷

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Awesome! Thank you!☺️

[@jacquidunbar6779]

Great documentary. Thanks for sharing.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@jackiehorn3724]

Nice video. Very well done. Thank you for sharing.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@FrScottHikes]

Thank you for the adventure. I greatly enjoyed it. Peace and God bless!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

You are welcome! Blessings to you too!

[@lerinpen1]

What a fantastic video, Kate. Thank you for making it. I watched from start to finish. You are such a precious soul!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you so much!

[@TomMcLaughlin-p5i]

Hi Kate, Well done on the Camino. Your video was amazing...felt as though I walked it with you! Music was beautiful. Thank you.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@jessicamasterson4394]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. It was insightful and beautiful. My sister and I are venturing out to do this in early May 2025. So looking forward to it!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! Have a wonderful time both of you! 💚

[@leannegrant7656]

Hi Kate Thankyou so much for your vlog! I’m so excited to do the Camino at some point and you’ve given me a great glimpse into what to expect! So great! Xx

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

You’re welcome Leanne! Glad it was helpful and you will love the camino!

[@SantPerez-cx8zo]

I loved every minute of your film Kate! Thank you for this labor of love. I walked the Frances exactly a year ago today. Your video brought back so many wonderful memories.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! I’m glad it brought back happy memories for you! 😊

[@nancycompagnie6500]

This was great to see, all those familiar places...i walked for 3 months this year from my home in Belgium to Santiago and on to Muxia and Finisterre. I loved walking through France, i loved the camino Francés, i loved the Meseta and so many other places ♥ Thanks for sharing

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

wow that is amazing that you walked from Belgium!🇧🇪

[@nancycompagnie6500]

@@Kate_Pilgrim it was amazing 🙂i would do it again in a minute but taking a 3 month leave of absence was a one time thing. Maybe when i retire in 7 years 🙂 Until then i will be walking shorter caminos

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I understand! It would be great to be able to walk Caminos for months on end!

[@devon-glenn]

Hi Kate, just wanted to say thank you so much for making your videos.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thanks for watching them!

[@devon-glenn]

@@Kate_Pilgrim Do you think you will ever walk the Camino again in the Future.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Yes! I walked the camino Ingles a few months ago and also walked a short camino in the UK. I look forward to doing more Caminos in the near future!

[@christiantacchetti1568]

You are so awesome. Thank you for making your video. I’m doing part of the Del Norte next week and am very excited. Cheers

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Oh wow! Enjoy it! Buen Camino! 😀

[@storiestellr]

thank you for taking us along on your camino… I know how much work it is to make a movie like this, and it’s great to see it through your eyes. buen camino! ☀️

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you very much! Buen camino!

[@karebeck7681]

🎉 fabulous!. Well done 👍

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! 😃

[@mfranco7487]

Very encouraging, so happy for you. Thank you!!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

😊

[@mfranco7487]

Thank you lovely, your amazing!!! 🤗

[@kristinamickeviciute8897]

Thanks you for share you video, becouse I preparing my self go to Camino de Frances next year. 😊

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

That’s exciting! Buen camino!

[@05472vt]

Hi! I am starting in Astorga in early June. Where and when will you begin? Leslie

[@joesharratt2298]

Thank you for reminding me of the adventure from SJPP TO fisterra. Perhaps one of the most genuine vids I have seen - and yes it will not be your last - from one who knows. Thank you for sharing Ultreia! Camino Joe

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Wow, thank you! Yes more caminos and videos to come! Buen Camino!

[@lifeofEte]

Really enjoyed watching your camino. I did the Sarria to Santiago camino July/Aug 2024. My first 2 hours on the camino had a singing noisy school trip, aside from that first day that was noisy and crowded,there was enough space for solitude even though I walked with family. I am yet to attempt to edit my video. Instead I enjoyed reliving the journey with other people’s videos! Buen camino!👏🏼👏🏼

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! It took me a while to edit my video too! But you will be really glad when you have! Buen Camino!

[@cynthiaarnhold5037]

Amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed your video thankyou for sharing this wonderful adventure!!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you! ☺️

[@2manyhikers]

thank you for posting your Camino video............ the honesty was so genuine, in that of all the video's we've watched in preparation for the Camino Frances next year...yours is at the top of my list !!! your video is so very well done and the scenery is amazing !!!! ..... you have helped in so many positive ways........... same time frame next summer ............ thank you again

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

That is so lovely to hear! Thank you for your encouragement! You will have an incredible time! Buen camino! 🧡

[@ianplagaro4742]

Brilliant video, thank you. We started about a week later than you in 2023 and it was wonderful to see so many places we had walked through. Buen Camino!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! Buen camino! ☺️

[@ianplagaro4742]

I had tears in my ears when you walked into Santiago with people you met at the beginning. We had a similar experience and I was an absolute emotional wreck! We went back in September this year and walked the Camino Inglés. The plan was to walk out to Finisterre but disappointingly Storm Kirk had other ideas.

[@leokaloper4132]

I have seen many Camino videos to get myself "prepared", but this one really has made me laugh and admire your stamina. I've also noticed some (almost) twin geographical facts - Burgos and Samos while in Bulgaria there's Burgas and in Greece Samos.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! Yes I noticed there were similar place names too! Buen camino!

[@amandant]

I love the video! I kinda wanted to do the walk myself

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! You should go! 😀

[@michaelszklarz9254]

Thank you for a GREAT VIDEO. It brought back memories when I did it in 2017 at age 70 and met my wife 🙏🏻

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! That’s lovely to hear! 🥰

[@mariamedina-t7z]

Realice el camino a Santiago este agosto 2024 ❤fue mágico fantástico aún mi corazón llora de emoción al recordar saludos desde Mérida Yucatán México 🇲🇽

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Buen camino Maria! 💚

[@bridgetryan6209]

Best video I have watched yet Bravo!

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you so much! That means a lot! ☺️

[@tincuiricho666]

Beautyful video My dear....

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! ☺️

[@Siabeyond]

Hi Kate! Thanks for ur impressive documentary. This was ur first? If u make it again, it was the next level! Because of ur experiences on the way. I see my first Francés '22, and yes, after the second this year i think, this is it! Buen Camino

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you. Yes this was my first camino. Buen Camino!

[@seanclark2085]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Buen Camino and ultreia

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! Ultreia et suseia!

[@stefanogatti1971]

hello, beautiful video. you made me relive the emotions I experienced last year. Same fog in Orisson! 😊😊❤

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Glad you enjoyed it! ☺️ The fog at Orisson was other worldly! 😄

[@andrejasemrov1295]

Hoj Kati, super dokumentarec, hodila sem leta 2023 september oktober. Zelo lepo

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! This was a similar time!

[@Pennylee58]

Just watching your video Kate, well done you 👏 I've done 2 caminos short ones. Off again next April doing Porto to Santiago it's so addictive. Would love to do St John later next year. Not sure If l could, l will be 67 then. I book private rooms not sure if l could stay in shared dormitory. Maybe l will be brave enough to do it 😅 working up to it . Buen Camino 😊

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I’m sure if you can do a short camino - you can do the Camino Frances. Perhaps you can plan to take some rest days? Private rooms are possible the whole way if you prefer! Buen Camino!

[@guerreiraviajante]

Congratulations 🥂 🎉🥰🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! ☺️

[@guerreiraviajante]

@ 🥰♥️🙏

[@TheGingerVicar-iu4mb]

good job kate

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

thank you! ☺️

[@kenstorer8682]

Hi Kate, thanks for the vlog, really enjoyed your journey. Can i ask which if any guide book you used for planning your pilgrimage, thanks

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Hi Ken Thanks for watching! I had the brierley book and the moon book at home. I left them at home though to save weight and used the Wise Pilgrim app. After the first few days I played it much more by ear. Other people carried the Brierley book with them and liked having the info to refer to. 😊

[@kenstorer8682]

Hi Kate, thanks vm for getting back to me and for the information. I didn’t even realise there was an app, I do now though 😀. Thanks again

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I think I used the paid version of the app to get full content.

[@johneagan5249]

2:01:08 timestamp for me.

[@chrisupsdell6690]

Hello loving the videos. Planning to start Frances in early September. Can I ask when you started and finished

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you Chris! 😊 I started on 21st Aug and finished at the end of September!

[@chrisupsdell6690]

@@Kate_Pilgrim thank you I’m enjoying your videos I’m about the same age and it seems lots of your content is what I am seeking. Of course I am watching hours and hours of videos. I’m 53 and not in top shape anymore. Was in the Canadian Army for 17 years. Love to plan adventures and your videos are helpful

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I’m so glad the videos are helpful! I wasn’t very fit when I started the camino. I did some training but I also built my fitness up on the trail.

[@mfranco7487]

⁠How did you train? Long walks, diet, hills, and for how long before your Camino? I want to go next May, but I’m scared of failure, and that I’ll walk too slow….help me!!!😊

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I trained by doing walks in my local area (I live near Hadrian’s wall so I walked a big part of that in sections as well as other walks). I also did 10-20 min exercise videos for legs and core - KZbin videos on my tv such as Eleni Fit. Squats and lunges strengthened my legs. There are even walking exercise videos you can do. It’s worth finding some youTube fitness videos that you like and that don’t require any equipment. some people train by walking with a backpack and build up the weight in it each walk. This's is a good idea as it took me over a week to get used to carrying my pack.

[@alesbaricic]

what was the timeframe, date-wise, on this trip,(from-to) thank you, awesome movie...doc.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

21Aug to end of September. Thank you ☺️

[@KatharinaMarks]

Hi, can you please say which months you choose for your travel?

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

End of August and all of September

[@marthalubars6015]

What season did you do the Camino?

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I started on Aug 21st and finished the end of Sept

[@marthalubars6015]

@@Kate_Pilgrim I am so inspired. Unfortunately, I only have time to do the Sarria to compostela BUT after watching your video I MUST TAKE FMLA and the Way

[@ka6834]

Sorry Kate, I've just started to watch and if I missed this I apologize. Wondering what month you were walking this Camino?

[@ka6834]

Oh! Found it. Aug/Sept. :)

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

yes 21st Aug! I hope you enjoy it! Buen Camino! 💚

[@jgozo9476]

Hi, great video,i have a question, what did you use to record this?, thanks

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Thank you! My iPhone and a GoPro and their built in microphones for the sound which I tried to improve during the editing process. CapCut pro to edit.

[@jgozo9476]

@@Kate_Pilgrim the resolution is stunning, thank you for the reply 😘

[@snephtar]

Did you say what time of year or what season?

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

Started 21 Aug and finished end of sept

[@NotaFullDeck333]

Just starting to watch the video, Kate. What month did you start the Camino? I've only done the last 100k and some of it when I was 52 with my mom and brother but said I wanted to do the whole 800k. I'm 60 now so I've been mentally preparing myself.

[@Kate_Pilgrim]

I started walking on 21 August! 💚 If it’s your dream - definitely go and do it!

[@NotaFullDeck333]

@Kate_Pilgrim thank you

[@dougmoore5252]

Those are not bulls

[@Jerrybasel]

could have been a good video. Unfortunately its anorher video about a head. what a pitty