Virtual Pilgrimage Tour to Santiago de Compostela People have been taking Pilgrimage tours since the Middle Ages. Begin your tour by watching this 3 minute video. Follow the shells to explore the modern routes, the journey and the destination.
Navigation/Menu Main routes Methods of travel The journey/destination Paperwork and Credentials
Method of Travel: Walk, Horseback, Bike, Dog Sled? This Medieval manuscript detail shows travelers on their journey
Method of Travel: Walking Comfortable shoes and a walking stick is all you need.
Method of Travel: Horseback A little rest and shade for all
Method of Travel: Bike Any kind of bike will do.
Method of Travel: Dog Sled Very creative!
Main Routes There are routes from every direction! Some are less crowded.
Main Routes : From France From St Jean-Pied-de-Port
Main Routes :Vézelay From Vézelay
Main Routes :Argent Way From Via de la Plata (Argent Way)
The journey/destination Only a few more steps!
The journey/destination Expressions of joy!
The journey/destination : Cathedral Santiago de Compostela at last!
The Journey/destination : Reward The Reward La Compostela Pilgrim’s Certificate Sometimes this takes weeks or even years to earn.
Credentials: Pilgrim’s Record Be sure to get your official “Pilgrim’s Record” before you start the journey.
Credentials : inside Have your official “Pilgrim’s Record” stamped along the way. You will earn your certificate if you have traveled by foot, horseback or bike and have proof by your stamps.