How many days do you need in Santiago de Compostela?

Despite being a relatively small city, Santiago de Compostela has several points of interest that deserve our attention. It all depends a bit on your travel style and the time you usually like to spend in each place ?? However, one to two days is more than enough to get to know the city quite well.



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MAR-MAY: It can still be cool and rainy in March but April and May are among the best times to be in Santiago de Compostela. JUN-AUG: The summer is peak season and the hottest time of the year. If you'd like to avoid the crowds and the heat, then it's best to go immediately before or after summer.

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It may be comforting for you to know that the locals have been supporting pilgrims on the Camino for 1,000 years. As I learned during my journey, they are very happy and proud to welcome walkers and keep them safe along the way. And there is another important fact to know: crimes along the Camino are extremely rare.

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Many people still walk the Camino de Santiago for religious or spiritual reasons. During 'Holy Years' where the feast day of Sanit James falls on a Sunday, all pilgrims waking the Camino can earn a plenary indulgence (a way to reduce one's punishment for sins).

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1981 Santiago becomes Galicia's capital. 1985 Santiago is declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Catholic Church charges you 20 EUR to see the secret parts of The Cathedral, in particular, the Portico da Gloria or the Rooftop.

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The Camino Francés often stands out as a top recommendation when talking about beginner-friendly routes. This route starts in St. Jean Pied de Port in France and spans 800 km, crossing over to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.

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I'd say one of the most popular Camino routes e.g. Camino Frances or Camino Portuguese from Porto is the best route for beginners. Why? Simply because these routes have a very good infrastructure which means it's easy to find accommodation, support, and help.

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