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How to Cut in half the stage from Saint Jean Pied de Port to Roncesvalles

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(Information checked and updated: May 2021) Why cut in half the stage from Saint Jean Pied de Port to Roncesvalles? Ascent of the Pyrenees, splendid views upon the surrounding Basque Country, herds of stock let loose, ethereal sensations, excitement to cross over Spain… This stretch wins unanimous agreement: it’s one of the most beautiful stage …

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Winter is dying, spring is coming… blog restart!

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Great news, Santiago in Love is ready to restart! The blog was at a standstill since February last year and was quite a close call… it nearly disappeared. Winter is dying, spring is coming; after a time on the roadsides of the Camino, let’s get back on better Ways! Ups and downs happen everywhere. Since …

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From Saint Jean Pied de Port to Roncesvalles… now! (February 2017)

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In Saint Jean Pied de Port, the number of pilgrims slowly increases. For now, all walk through Valcarlos because the high route is still closed… But you can feel it: pilgrimage season is about to start! What if, in this post, I’ll take you on a walk to help us wait? Let’s go on the …

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Santiago in Love and I are (finally) settled!

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In my last post, I told you about moving… Well, it’s done! Santiago in Love and I have moved OUT, and moved IN! We are now settled. Have you decided where, thanks to the clue I left you? (I’ve put it back here) The answser, right now 😉

Happy New Year 2017, let it be a pilgrim one!

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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!

Santiago comes over for Christmas and New Year

Invite Santiago over for Christmas and New Year

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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 …

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Camino-blues: some ideas to cheer you up

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When few pilgrims head off to Santiago in winter, most are left to dream about the Camino. Often after one returns, nostalgia invites itself and some grim Camino-blues settles in. A feeling that truly is no fun… So, what to do when clouds cloak your stars? Here are some ideas to lift your spirit and …

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5 truly unique Christmas presents for pilgrims

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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 …

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[2016] Ending of the Jubilee of Mercy on the Camino

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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. …

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Experience of the Camino in 8 words

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The Way is an Adventure, with a capital A. It’s a long distance journey enhanced by a spiritual dimension. An outer but mostly inner pilgrimage! Here are 8 words to share the experience of the Camino.