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Sunday: 10:00 - 14:00
Winter timetable (from 1 November to 31 March):
Tuesday: 09:30 -13:30
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Saturday: 09:30-15:00
Sunday: 10:00-14:00
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The way of Saint James routes
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Confronted with an expanding Islam, a fabulous legend arose from the outer reaches of Europe which would have great repercussions throughout the Old Continent. The sepulchre of the apostle St. James, the only burial of a disciple of Jesus in Western Europe, became a powerful beacon of the West, attracting and captivating the whole of Christianity, and becoming a prominent place of worship and pilgrimage.
The discovery of the tomb of Saint James the Apostle in Santiago de Compostela in the 9th century led to the creation of the most important pilgrimage route in mediaeval Europe, the Way of Saint James. The passage of numerous pilgrims who, driven on by their faith, travelled to Santiago de Compostela from all over Europe, acted as a starting point for artistic, social and economic development, which left its mark along the entire Way of Saint James.
Websites on the Way of Saint James
www.caminodesantiago.consumer.es
www.caminosantiago.org
www.caminosantiago.com
www.jacobeo.net
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BEFORE YOU SET OUT
PREPARATION
Practically anyone can do a pilgrimage on foot, as long as they prepare themselves properly, follow logical instructions and pace themselves in accordance with their own physical capacities. Therefore, it is a good idea to start training before setting out, by going for increasingly long walks or hikes.PLANNING
It is also a good idea to plan in advance the stages of the route you intend to cover in advance, bearing in mind that the normal length of each stage can be 25-30 km. It is best to choose a suitable time of the year, which will vary depending on the route. If possible, it is best to avoid the cold winter or hot summer weather. Remember to start the Way with shorter stages and, as your body gets used to long walks, increase the length in line with your own abilities. It is also important to inform relatives about your travel plans before leaving and keep them updated during the trip. -
WHAT TO TAKE
A RUCKSACK
Choose a comfortable, practical rucksack, which allows you to keep everything well organised. Travel light, your rucksack should weigh no more than 10% of your own body weight.CLOTHES
Dress to suit the weather and the time of year
Convertible trousers
Cotton socks, always clean and dry
It is very important to wear the correct footwear, already well broken in, the correct size, and with non-slip soles
Flip-flops for the shower
Waterproof cape for the rain
Hat
PERSONAL CARE
Towel
Toilet bag
Nail clippers
First aid kit with disinfectant, scissors, plasters, cotton bandages, cream or plasters to avoid blisters, rubbing alcohol, anti-inflammatory cream, aspirin or Paracetamol, laxatives and anti-diarrhoea tablets.
Sun protection cream
USEFUL ITEMS
Water bottle
Walking stick(s)
Penknife
Pegs for hanging out clothes
Paper tissues
Camera
Mobile phone and charger
Notebook
Sleeping bag
Detergent
Ear plugsDOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION
ID card/Passport and medical card Pilgrim's credential Way of Saint James guidebook
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Helbidea: Aritzaga Kalea 1 - 20810 ORIO
Tel.: 943 83 55 65
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Udako ordutegia (ekainaren 13tik irailaren 11era):
Astelehenetik larunbatera: 10:00 - 14:00 eta 16:00 - 20:00
Igandeetan: 10:00 - 14:00
Neguko ordutegia (azaroaren 1etik martxoaren 31era)
Asteartean: 09:30 -13:30
Asteazkenetik ostiralera: 09:30-13:30 eta 16:00- 19: 00
Larunbatean: 09:30-15:00
Igandean: 10:00-14:00
Jaiegunak: 10:00-14:00
Udaberriko ordutegia (apirilaren 1tik ekainaren 12ra)
Asteartean: 09:30 -13:00
Asteazkenetik ostiralera: 09:30-13:00 eta 16:00- 19: 00
Larunbatean: 09:30-14:00 eta 16:00-19:00
Igandean: 10:00-14:00
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BEFORE YOU SET OUT
PREPARATION
Practically anyone can do a pilgrimage on foot, as long as they prepare themselves properly, follow logical instructions and pace themselves in accordance with their own physical capacities. Therefore, it is a good idea to start training before setting out, by going for increasingly long walks or hikes.PLANNING
It is also a good idea to plan in advance the stages of the route you intend to cover in advance, bearing in mind that the normal length of each stage can be 25-30 km. It is best to choose a suitable time of the year, which will vary depending on the route. If possible, it is best to avoid the cold winter or hot summer weather. Remember to start the Way with shorter stages and, as your body gets used to long walks, increase the length in line with your own abilities. It is also important to inform relatives about your travel plans before leaving and keep them updated during the trip. -
WHAT TO TAKE
A RUCKSACK
Choose a comfortable, practical rucksack, which allows you to keep everything well organised. Travel light, your rucksack should weigh no more than 10% of your own body weight.CLOTHES
Dress to suit the weather and the time of year
Convertible trousers
Cotton socks, always clean and dry
It is very important to wear the correct footwear, already well broken in, the correct size, and with non-slip soles
Flip-flops for the shower
Waterproof cape for the rain
Hat
PERSONAL CARE
Towel
Toilet bag
Nail clippers
First aid kit with disinfectant, scissors, plasters, cotton bandages, cream or plasters to avoid blisters, rubbing alcohol, anti-inflammatory cream, aspirin or Paracetamol, laxatives and anti-diarrhoea tablets.
Sun protection cream
USEFUL ITEMS
Water bottle
Walking stick(s)
Penknife
Pegs for hanging out clothes
Paper tissues
Camera
Mobile phone and charger
Notebook
Sleeping bag
Detergent
Ear plugsDOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION
ID card/Passport and medical card Pilgrim's credential Way of Saint James guidebook
