Which is the best Camino de Santiago?

There's no single best one for everyone. The Camino Francés is the most complete and popular; the Portuguese, comfortable and with good weather; the Primitivo, the most demanding; the English, the shortest. It depends on your time, fitness and what you're looking for.

Which is the easiest Camino?

The Camino Inglés (from Ferrol) is short and manageable; the Central Portuguese is comfortable and flat. The last 100 km of any route are also within reach for a first time.

Which is the most beautiful Camino?

It's very personal: the Primitivo and the Camino del Norte stand out for their mountain and coastal scenery; the Francés, for its historical richness; the Portuguese Coastal, for the sea. They all lead to Santiago.

Which Camino to choose

Which Camino de Santiago should you choose?

There isn't just one Camino, but a network of routes each with its own character. Choose according to what you're looking for: these are the most common recommendations by situation.

It's my first time

The most complete route, best waymarked and with the most albergues and services. The safe choice to start with:

Camino Francés →

I only have one week

Short routes that fit into 5-7 days and qualify you for the Compostela:

Camino Inglés →Where to start →

I want the minimum for the Compostela

You need to walk the last 100 km. See where to start each Camino:

See where to start →

I'm after a challenge and some climbing

Mountain routes, with more ascent per kilometre and demanding stretches:

Camino Primitivo →Camino del Norte →

I want to walk by the sea

Routes hugging the coast, with beaches and Atlantic air:

Camino Portugués de la Costa →Camino del Norte →

I'd rather have peace and fewer people

Quieter routes, more solitary and authentic:

Vía de la Plata →Camino Primitivo →

I want to do it by bike

More rideable routes with good services for cycle tourists:

Camino Francés →Vía de la Plata →

Compare all the routes in one table →Or let the assistant suggest a plan for you →

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best Camino de Santiago?: There's no single best one for everyone. The Camino Francés is the most complete and popular; the Portuguese, comfortable and with good weather; the Primitivo, the most demanding; the English, the shortest. It depends on your time, fitness and what you're looking for.
Which is the easiest Camino?: The Camino Inglés (from Ferrol) is short and manageable; the Central Portuguese is comfortable and flat. The last 100 km of any route are also within reach for a first time.
Which is the most beautiful Camino?: It's very personal: the Primitivo and the Camino del Norte stand out for their mountain and coastal scenery; the Francés, for its historical richness; the Portuguese Coastal, for the sea. They all lead to Santiago.