The Camino Inglés (Spain)
A journey from the coast through the heart of Galicia.
The Invitation
For centuries, the Camino Inglés was one of the most important Caminos. It was the route taken by pilgrims coming from Great Britain and Ireland who traveled by sea to avoid the dangers of traveling through France and across the Pyrenees. Typically, the Irish would land at A Coruña and the British would land at Ferrol.
In the 1500s, the Reformation changed everything and travel from Great Britain on the Camino virtually ceased. Very few people walked the Camino Inglés for centuries until it was rediscovered a short time ago. Today, it still sees less than a tenth of the pilgrims found on the most popular routes. It is uncrowded, tranquil, and beautiful.
The Daily Experience
Being one of the few Caminos that begins on the coast, the first third of the journey hugs the sea with beautiful beaches and forests, ending in the small historic town of Pontedeume.
We then begin our trek over the Cantabrian mountains, visiting Betanzos, one of the most significant and beautiful cities in the heart of Galicia. We leave this walled city and continue our Camino over the hills through farmland and forests. As we approach the end, we enter Santiago from the north.
The Spanish Armada.
We begin the Camino de Ingles at the historic deep-water port city of Ferrol, the home of the Spanish Armada since the 1588 campaign of La Empresa de Inglaterra, The Enterprise of England.
Our Camino leaves from the harbour and passes the Spanish Naval Academy before walking past beaches and rural farms.
The Heart of Galicia.
This Camino takes us into the heart of Galicia, stopping at some of its oldest cities—first Pontedeume, and then on to Betanzos, one of Galicia’s great cities and still surrounded by its Roman walls.
After culinary delights and rest, we depart Betanzos for the trek across the Cantabrian Mountains on rural tracks and trails.
Ancient hospitals
As we cross over hills and valleys, we start to feel the energy and history of the ancient route. In places, the trail is worn several meters down to bedrock, and we can imagine the millions of feet that have walked this way. There are reminders of the arduousness, too—the hospitals, some in ruins, some just marked by memories—and we rest at the small village of Hospital de Bruma.
We Arrive
We walk from rural farmland into the hum of the city. Still crossing rivers and walking through woods, we arrive at Santiago de Compostela from the north, the towers of the cathedral visible five kilometers before we arrive at the Plaza de Obradoiro to rest, eat and receive our well earned Compostela from the Pilgrim’s Office.
Join Us on The Camino Ingles
Next Camino: May 8 - 14 2027
Duration: Six Nights/Seven Days
The Journey: Ferrol to Santiago
Group Size: Limited to 8–10 participants
What is Included: Professional guides, accommodations, luggage transfers, all meals and food, and on-trail support.
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