The Camino Inglés is a pilgrimage route that carries the echoes of medieval seafarers, merchants, and devout travelers who arrived in Galicia from across Northern Europe. Unlike other Caminos that stretch across vast landscapes, this route begins at the ports of Ferrol (120 km) or A Coruña (75 km), where pilgrims once disembarked after crossing the seas from England, Ireland, and Scandinavia, eager to complete their journey on foot to Santiago de Compostela.
This Camino is more than a path—it is a living testament to the maritime and cultural connections between Galicia and Northern Europe. In medieval times, ports like A Coruña and Ferrol were gateways to the spiritual heart of Galicia, welcoming knights, nobles, and common pilgrims who sought to pay homage to St. James. The route blends coastal beauty with inland forests, medieval towns, and sacred sites, offering a journey rich in history and tradition.
Walking the Camino Inglés means retracing the steps of those who arrived by sea, honoring the legacy of ancient pilgrims who bridged worlds through faith and travel. It is a route of discovery, where the past and present merge, leading to the final reward—the Cathedral of Santiago, where the spirit of the journey finds its ultimate fulfillment.
