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12 Questions on walking the Camino Ingles (in the time of the virus)
The Camino Ingles is a medieval era pilgrimage trail in Galicia in Northern Spain. It is quieter, shorter and less popular than the epic Camino Frances, but it has a unique beauty and is not without challenges. In the time of the virus it has the advantage of being completely in one province, Galicia. Galicia exited the most stringent features of the lockdown in mid-June as opposed to 1st July like the rest of Spain. This post has been updated with new information for the new normal in Spain. Be sure to check the latest conditions and rules of your Government about travel to Spain.
Is it a valid pilgrimage?
Ferrol to Santiago is more than 100 kms. So you will qualify for the Compostela! The Compostela is a certificate awarded by the Pilgrim’s Office of the Catedral de Santiago to pilgrims who have walked the last 100km to Santiago, and have the sellos to prove it. Cafes, albergues and hostals are open, though with less capacity, but you can still get a stamp or sello along the way, on your credencial.
