The Camino del Norte The pilgrimage trail along the cantabrian coast

The Camino del Norte

The pilgrimage trail along the cantabrian coast

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The Camino del Norte or the Northern Way is the route used by the first pilgrims from the northern Iberian peninsula and also by those who, by land or sea, came from other areas of northern Europe to go to the tomb of the Apostle James in Santiago de Compostela. It starts from Irun, in the Basque territories, at the border between Spain and France and moves along the Cantabrian coast until Galicia where it rejoins with the French Way nearby the town Arzua. It is a 825 km long route which can be walked in about 30/35 days. The variety of landscapes and the hospitality of its people make this journey an unforgettable experience for those who undertake it. They travel through small villages on the sea, and then urban stretches with unique natural beauties. Other popular starting points are: Bilbao in the Basque Country and Santander in Cantabria.

Map of The Camino del Norte

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Where to sleep in the most important stages of The Camino del Norte

Download the gpx routes map of The Camino del Norte

GPX tracks are maps that you can download on GPS device to take with you on your walk. Our GPX tracks include routes with details of places such as shops, restaurants, lodgings, drinking fountains and springs.

Our GPX tracks are tested on the following devices : Garmin ETREX 22x, Garmin eTrex Touch 35, Garmin Oregon 700, Garmin GPS MAP 66