Waymark on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route in Spain

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Route Western Europe

Camino de Santiago: Historic Pilgrimage Route

The network of pilgrimage routes crossing Europe to reach the shrine of Saint James in Santiago de Compostela, walked continuously for over a thousand.

Countries

Spain, France, Portugal

Distance

800 km

Duration

35 days

Difficulty

moderate

Historical Origins

The Journey

Associated traditions: Christianity, Catholicism

Significant Places Along the Way

Modern Pilgrimage Experiences

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