Lonely Planet Journey Camino de Santiago

Lonely Planet's Journey Camino de Santiago: the Camino Frances is the definitive guide to one of the world's great adventures - bringing you closer to the culture, history and landscapes you'll encounter along the way.

Get inspiration, ideas and planning tips from our experts who have walked every step to uncover unique experiences you can make all your own. Have the best Spanish omelette you'll ever eat in Valdelafuente, wake to monks chanting at dawn in Roncesvalles, and order a nightcap of patxaran before you leave Navarra.

Inside Lonely Planet's Journey Camino de Santiago: the Camino Frances travel guide:



Our Journey guidebook format helps you build the trip of a lifetime with step-by-step coverage of this iconic path
Six of our favorite ways to explore El Camino de Santiago, with itineraries ranging from 4 days to 5 weeks
Easy-to-use maps with must-do stops for every stage of the journey, plus elevation charts and a birds' eye route tracker
Discover the best places to eat, drink and sleep as well as recommended detours
Interviews with locals and fellow pilgrims share stories, tips and insights
In-depth features explore grief on the Camino; the truth about medieval pilgrims; the impact of Camino tourism
Dive deep into unmissable experiences from the Gothic majesty of Burgos Cathedral, to Maragato cookery in picturesque Astorga, and white-sand beaches on Cabo Fisterra
'Essentials' toolkit on arriving, money and budgeting, accommodation, accessibility, responsible travel and more
Stunning photography throughout
Covers: Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port; Pamplona; Logrono to Santo Domingo; Burgos to Carrion de Los Condes; Leon; Ponferrada; Sarria; Santiago de Compostela; Cabo Fisterra

Discover everything you need to know with Lonely Planet's Journey Camino de Santiago: the Camino Frances - your guide to experiencing one of the world's great adventures your way.