Walking The Camino de Santiago Francés: 100 Tips, Tricks, Traps, And Facts for Walking The French Way

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If you’ve imagined yourself walking the Camino de Santiago but weren’t sure how to begin, you’ll find invaluable advice in this book from successful Camino pilgrims who followed the French Way (Camino Francés) to Santiago, Spain. Walking the 500-mile Camino Francés along northern Spain is not only a centuries-old traditional pilgrimage, but it is also an immersion into Spanish culture. Walkers of all ages experience exceptional cuisine, art, architecture, ancient history, and beautiful scenery – all while getting fit. Best-selling authors and adventurers Greg and Jen Seymour walked the Camino Francés route in 2018 and share their tips and insights in this easy-to-read guide. You will learn answers to the following questions:How do I budget for a month-long hike?How much (or how little) should I pack?How do I manage accommodations? What can I expect to see and do along the Way?What is a day in the life of a pilgrim like?You will also learn how to care for your feet, how to find clean water each day, and even how not to get caught with your pants down and lights out in a bathroom! Included in this guide are six inspirational interviews of other pilgrims with unique perspectives – solo hikers, couples, and even a family of four – who have recently hiked the Camino Francés. They share their favorite moments and best tips about what worked for them and what did not. Some also share how they approached the Camino as a pilgrimage and what they gained from the experience.Walking the Camino de Santiago Francés is the perfect introduction for anyone who wants to be fully prepared for this adventure. ¡Buen Camino!