Vía de la Plata – Day 3

Vía de la Plata – Day 3

I had quite a pleasant sleep. I woke up a few times, but the earplugs did their job well. The bed was more comfortable than yesterday, although the overall quality of the albergue was lower. The less we talk about the grumpy hospitalero, the better. I got up shortly...
Vía de la Plata – Day 2

Vía de la Plata – Day 2

I only have 18 km for today, so I didn’t rush waking up. Unlike the fellow pilgrims in the dormitory, who woke up at 4:45 and repeatedly stopped the alarm every 10 minutes thereafter, I chose to sleep in. Finally, the guy switched on his headlight and started to pack....
Vía de la Plata – Day 1

Vía de la Plata – Day 1

It was not totally easy to get up in the morning, especially after losing one hour due to the recent change to summer time. We have just changed to summertime, so I lost one hour during the night. It was a sunny morning, but it was a bit cold. Since I only leave...
Vía de la Plata – Seville

Vía de la Plata – Seville

I decided to write a journal blog about my 2026 spring Camino on the Via de la Plata to share my memories and maybe also give some tips for those who plan to walk this route. I will share not only the route descriptions of the daily stages with you, but also I would...
How much does the Camino cost?

How much does the Camino cost?

The cost of walking the Camino can vary quite a bit depending on your style of travel, but most pilgrims spend between 30 and 50 euros per day. This usually covers a bed in an albergue, food, and a few small extras. Budget travellers who stay in simpler accommodation...