French Way from Sarria to Santiago

You can start the Camino de Santiago at any time of the year. However, it is important to take into account the weather and the season when you decide to do it, so you can dress properly.

The easiest way to get to the beginning of your Camino de Santiago is using public transportation, whether plane, train or bus, to the city or town closest to your point of departure.

Once you confirm your reservation, you just have to send us your arrival information (flight, train or bus) and we will organize a private transfer to your starting point.

Of course! The Camino de Santiago is completely suitable for pilgrims who decide to travel alone.

If you prefer to have an individual room, either because you travel alone or because you prefer privacy, at Good Way Santiago we offer you this option. Due to the high demand for these rooms, we recommend you make the reservation in advance.

On the Camino de Santiago you will find many pilgrims traveling alone. Some will reach the Camino on their own, while others might separate from their companions due to the difference in walking pace. Either way, don't worry: the Camino is very well signposted, so you won't have problems following it on your own.

Most routes on the Camino de Santiago are done in self-guided mode, which allows you to advance at your own pace. We will provide you with a detailed itinerary of each stage, which will be sent to you fifteen days before the start of your Camino.

You’ll receive a detailed itinerary with everything you need to walk the Camino with confidence and enjoy every moment along the way.

The guide provides general reference details, but keep in mind that your experience may vary depending on your own pace and preferences.

We will send you the complete itinerary and all the documentation for your trip (accommodation reservations, luggage transfers, etc.) by email 15 days before your departure.

At Good Way Santiago, we design each stage of the Camino taking into account the needs of our pilgrims, so you can walk comfortably according to your physical level and the days you have available.

On average, the stages of the Camino de Santiago range between 20 and 25 km, allowing you to enjoy the route at a steady and balanced pace. For pilgrims who prefer shorter distances, we offer some adapted itineraries with slightly reduced stages, always respecting the natural structure of the Camino.

Regardless of whether you are a sedentary person or if you exercise regularly, it is important to prepare yourself physically for the Camino de Santiago.

• For sedentary people: it is recommended to start with moderate activities, such as walking for 20 minutes, two or three times per week. As you progress, gradually increase the duration to walk about 4 to 5 kilometers per hour.
• For people with regular physical activity: you can start walking between 45 and 60 minutes a day, gradually increasing both time and distance.

Ideally, you should start training three months in advance to ensure good physical preparation.

There is no mandatory minimum time to make a reservation, but during high demand dates such as high season or during special events like Sanfermines (July 7-14) or the Festival of Santiago the Apostle (July 25), the occupancy of accommodations can be higher.

To guarantee availability in the best accommodations and fulfill your preferences, we recommend you make your reservation as early as possible.

To walk along any of the routes of the Camino de Santiago, we recommend the following items:

• Light and dry drying clothes
• Waterproof jacket and pants
• Sun cap and sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Suitable shoes for hiking
• Comfortable footwear to rest
• A compact jacket
• A bottle of water

Depending on the season of the year you make the route, some of these items may vary.

The luggage transfer service between stages can be hired as an additional option. The limit is 1 piece up to 15 kg per person. We recommend preparing a daypack with essentials: water, sunscreen, cap, sunglasses, documents, some food, and cash.

Every day, before 8:00 a.m., you must leave your luggage properly labeled at the reception of your accommodation. A carrier will pick it up and take it to your next accommodation on your route.

The delivery of your luggage will be depending on the distance between the stages and the carrier's route.

It is highly advisable to have travel insurance for the routes of the Camino de Santiago, which covers all unforeseen events that may arise during the journey.

Your Camino already includes travel assistance insurance for peace of mind during your journey. You can also add our optional cancellation insurance through Good Way Santiago if you’d like extra flexibility. Feel free to contact us for more details.

Yes, all the rooms you reserve with Good Way Santiago for the Camino de Santiago have private bathroom to guarantee your comfort and privacy during your stay.

Yes, we offer options both in individual rooms, double rooms, and triple rooms, according to the needs of each pilgrim.

Yes, we offer bunk beds, according to the needs of each pilgrim. They are subject to availability in different locations. We recommend booking well in advance to ensure this type of accommodation.

We work with a selection of high quality accommodations in all localities of the Camino de Santiago, which allows us to guarantee the best options for our pilgrims.

The information about the accommodation and the contracted services will be sent 15 days before the start of the trip. These options are subject to availability in different locations.

No, all the accommodations we reserve for our pilgrims have private rooms with private bathrooms to guarantee you the privacy and comfort necessary to rest properly after each stage.

Yes, all the accommodations we reserve are in the center of the towns or as close as possible to the Camino route.

In case an accommodation is a bit remote, most are easily accessible on foot. Additionally, if necessary, Good Way Santiago will offer a round trip transfer so you can reach your accommodation comfortably and return the next day to the starting point of the next stage.

At Good Way Santiago we make sure that all our accommodations offer a restful and comfortable atmosphere. We work with a variety of options, which include:

• Hotels
• Rural houses
• Pensions
• Charming hostels

All our accommodations have private rooms with private bathroom, ensuring that you can relax and rest well after a day of hiking.