Getting Started

El Camino de Santiago de Composetela.... 

translated as 

“The path of Saint James by way of the field of stars (Milky Way)”. 

 Commonly known as “The Camino” or “The Way”.  There are many routes, with the most popular being the Camino Frances. ..and the I one I will be following.

As I begin my journey, I ponder at the magnitude of  traveling for just under 5000 miles in 24 hours; then  spending the next 40 days (and nights) on foot to cover the next 500 miles.

My hiking pilgrimage begins at St. Jean Pied de Port, France.  The link below is a good reference, including an interactive google maps if you want more information or to follow along.

http://elcaminosantiago.com