Here we are, spring has finally arrived! And with it, the opening of the Camino between Saint Jean Pied de Port and Roncesvalles that pilgrims were waiting for.The winter closure is over: from April to October, let’s walk up the mountain!
All Covid-19 and Camino news in 2022 for Spain, France and Portugal. News and developments about Covid; health measures; impact on the Camino and pilgrims.Most recent information at the top of the page. Page updated regularly. (Last update: October 19 2022)
In this special holy year, I wish you a happy Saint James’ Day! Dear pilgrims friends,Have a beautiful and happySaint James’ Day! Let’s forget about Covilgrim and his mischiefs today…And wish he leaves us alone as soon as possible! Let’s enjoy this festive dayand keep the Camino on our heart…always! Ultreïa!
Happy New Year 2021! As Santiago’s Jubilee year is starting…May this new year be nicer than the last one!May you enjoy time with your loved ones!May you be super healthy!May you go on another Camino (again) !♥ May you keep the Camino alive! ♥ Ultreïa!
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Happy Jacobean Years to all! May they be great and full of Caminos!To help you wait for the moment you can finally frolic in total innocence during these years 2021 and 2022, relive the Opening ceremony here, thanks to these pictures!
The Camino is open! (Depending on what restrictions apply to you…) Just like at more normal times, the question of where to sleep quickly comes up. Since the Covid appeared however, everything is more complicated! Already opened, soon to open, closed this year or closed forever… How can you know which accommodations are open to …
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Here we are, 2017 is here for good! Happy New Year! I wish you many Caminos, scallops, yellow arrows, pilgrims and last but not least: many stars in the eyes! May Saint James walk by your side all this year!
As Christmas and New Year are approaching, the Camino really seems far away. After the simplicity of the Way, all the holiday’s hustle and bustle fell un-authentic. Maybe you even wish to escape and go back to Santiago… But what if, this year, the Spirit of the Camino was at the heart of the parties? Why …
That’s it, December is here and holidays are coming. Shopping madness for Christmas presents with them… Oh stress, oh despair for many people… Maybe it’s even worse for those who have a pilgrim in their family or friend circle. Because after s-he discovered simplicity on the Way, nothing seems to interest him-her. Apart from the …
On December, 8th 2015, Pope Francis opened the Jubilee of Mercy. Since this date, Catholic around the World have lived a very special year! This week, the time has finally come to close the event… As in the rest of the world, celebrations are taking place along the Camino. Meetings are organized, Masses are celebrated, Holy Doors are sealed. …
[2016] Ending of the Jubilee of Mercy on the Camino Read More »
Fall is settling in, winter slowly comes into view. Walking off season is a beautiful experience, that still required some caution… especially when in the mountains. Getting lost and/or have a serious accident comes way faster when there is fog or snow! To limit damages, the Spanish stretch of the Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port/Roncesvalles stage knows a winter closure …
EDIT: Since this post was published, David has some time for himself then returned to the Casa de los Dioces! He’s happy and well, always waiting for the next pilgrime to come and rest a bit… when he’s not walking himself! 🙂 It’s been a while now that the beans were spilled on the Camino …
[2016] Casa de los Dioses: David leaves and explains Read More »
