On the Way

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Browse a variety of practical planning resources to help you visualize your Camino and be prepared for everyday logistics.

Frequent Asked Questions (FAQs)

Start here with the most common questions about the Camino.

Daily Routine

Learn about what to expect in the daily rhythm of Camino life.

Sleeping and Accommodations – Albergues, Hotels, Camping

Read about the different types of accommodations so you can choose the best for your travel style and budget.

Food and Water

Stay supplied with what you need to get you through the day. Check out vegetarian, Celiac and dairy-free options.

Maps, GPS & Trail Marking

Explore how to use these valuable resources for navigation. Understand how the trail is marked.

Luggage Transfer

Services to move your bags from accommodation to accommodation.

Health & Fitness

Healthcare along the Camino, travel insurance, blisters and foot care, getting fit.

Bikes and Horses

Get to Santiago by bike or horse, more detailed info at caminocyclist.com.

Welcome to Camino Guidebooks by Village to Village Press!

We aim for this website to be a portal into all things Camino, with first-rate practical resources as well as inspiration photos and reflections. We are Camino pilgrims ourselves, having walked and biked various Camino de Santiago multiple various times. We hope our website and guidebooks help others to enjoy the rich experiences of the Camino in life-changing ways, as we have. If you enjoy this website, we think you will also enjoy our Camino guidebooks. This Camino Francés and Finisterre book is chock-full of practical resources, with excellent maps, town amenities, historical information, and prices and amenities of a wide variety of accommodations along the way. In short, this is the guidebook we wish we’d had as pilgrims!

Terms of Use

User assumes all risk and liability for any action in relation to usage of information and routes on caminoguidebook.com and RideWithGPS, including if actions result in injury, death, loss or damage of personal property or other complications. Village to Village Press, LLC, its partners, associates, and contributors accept no liability. Route information and advice is provided as a planning resource only, and is not guaranteed to be accurate or complete, and in no way should replace your own due diligence, research, and safety precautions. All users are advised to check current conditions before embarking on any route, including weather, surface conditions and closures. Users should obey all laws including public and private land usage restrictions and guidelines and carry adequate safety and navigational equipment.