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CAMINO INGLÉS - A PILGRIMAGE FROM FERROL TO SANTIAGO
In the middle ages, the news of the Camino de Santiago spread all over Europe and Pilgrims from
the UK and Ireland would sail down to A Coruña and Ferrol to start their pilgrimage to Santiago.
Today we only use the route from Ferrol as it is over the 100km needed to gain your Compostela.
The Camino Inglés is one of several walks to Santiago, but this is the only one to start off at the coast,
which means the first couple of days walking are rewarded with wild coastal scenery before delving into
the heart of the Galician countryside for the remainder of your pilgrimage to Santiago.
At the start of the walk in Ferrol, it is tradition to pick a set of steps leading up from the various jetties to
start your walk, emulating the way the pilgrims would have arrived in the middle ages. From here you
stroll along quiet, golden beaches and along pristine clifftops, past monasteries and churches. As you
begin to climb you will get some stunning views of the surrounding towns and the beautiful Rias de
Betanzos wetlands.
The path then turns inland, through the rural farmlands of Galicia and gives you the chance to really enjoy
this region of Spain, it’s people and cuisine. After passing the peak at Bruma-Meson do Vento it is
downhill most of the way into Santiago. Just before you enter the city, you pass an abandoned hill fort
where you can add your pebble to the pile, leaving all of the worries that you brought on the trip behind
with it.
We offer the Camino Ingés over 5 walking days and our Camino packages include pre-booked
accommodation in comfortable hotels and guesthouses, a detailed guidebook and maps, a comprehensive
information pack and emergency support from our local representatives. Baggage transfer is also
available as an option if you would prefer not to walk with a heavy bag.
Feeling the history at Ferrol docks where thousands of pilgrims have gone before you
Forming bonds that will last forever with your fellow pilgrims
Discovering the real Galicia as you wander through its beautiful countryside
Walking into the old town of Santiago and finishing your pilgrimage at the sublime Cathedral·
WHY CHOOSE A SELF GUIDED WALK ON THE CAMINO INGLÉS WITH US?
Macs Adventure is a small, energetic company dedicated to delivering adventure excellence. Our
involvement with the Camino began in 2006 when a close friend walked the Camino Frances and was
enthralled by the experience of the pilgrimage but less so with the basic accommodation and food in the
hostels and refuges. We decided to use our long experience of organising unforgettable walking holidays
with carefully selected accommodation to offer the outstanding alternatives to the Camino Frances, with
hand-picked accommodation for those walkers who prefer a little more comfort.
CAMINO INGLÉS
A PILGRIMAGE FROM FERROL TO SANTIAGO
SUMMARY
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Accommodation: A mixture of 3* hotels, smallhotels and guesthouses, all in private rooms withensuite WC.Meals: A simple breakfast is included which nor-mally consists of coffee and bread. Lunch anddinner not included but always available at accom-modation or nearby.Baggage Transfer: Available as an extra option.Information Pack: Guide Book, detailed maps andInfo Pack.
Tour: Camino Inglés
Code: WSPSCI
Type: Self-Guided Walking Holiday
Price: See Website
Single Supplement: See Website
Dates: March to October
Walking Days: 5
Nights: 6
Start: Ferrol
Finish: Santiago de Compostela
Distance: 116Km
Grade: Moderate
HIGHLIGHTS Is the Camino Inglés For Me?
The Camino Inglés is a fantastic
alternative walk into Santiago. If you
want to gain your Compostela
certificate away from the crowds on
the Camino Frances, then this
beautiful trip through rural Galicia is
the one for you.
THE CAMINO INGLÉS
At 116km, the Camino Inglés from Ferrol to
Santiago de Compostela is over the stated limit
to gain your Compostela certificate at the
Pilgrim’s Office in Santiago. A mix of coastal
and rural scenery, this is a beautiful alternative
walk into Santiago.
FERROL TO SANTIAGO DECOMPOSTELA
Walking Days: 5Nights: 6Average Daily Distance: 23kmGrade: Moderate
DAY 1
Arrive Ferrol
You can fly into Santiago de Compostela or La
Coruna from several points in Europe. From
either of these points there are several buses a
day to get you up to Ferrol.
Ferrol is full of history, with an abundance of
prehistoric findings, right up to its use as a naval
stronghold in various wars. The architecture
reflects this depth of history and the city centre is
a delight to wander around. Add to this the
excellent seafood and friendly locals and you
have one of Spain’s hidden gems.
DAY 2
Ferrol to Pontedeume
The first stage of this trip is a reasonably flat day,
so don't be put off by the 31km distance. You
exit the city of Ferrol past the 8th Century
Monastery of San Martino de Xubio. You then
take in some clifftop walking and some beautiful
beaches before arriving into Pontedeume.
There is the option of a transfer to eliminate the
first 8km, walking out of Ferrol. This transfer is
free of charge if you are using the baggage
transfer service.
Walk: 31km 250m ascent, 210m descent.
DAY 3
Pontedeume to Betanzos
The route rises up out of Pontedeume, giving you
spectacular view back over Ferrol. You are then
walking along the wild Galician coast which the
route shares with the Camino Real path.
You will eventually come to the wide estuary of
the Rio Lambre which gives you great views over
the Rias de Betanzos and surrounding wetlands.
Your overnight stop in Betanzos has some of the
most interesting architecture in Galicia.
Walk: 21km 300m ascent, 200m descent.
DAY 4
Betanzos to San Paio de Buscás
We start off today’s walk by collecting you and
transferring you to Vilacoba, to shorten what
would otherwise be a tough days walk.
Today you leave the coastal walking behind and
head inland, across agricultural land and walking
uphill for most of the day. Your overnight stop is
beside the abandoned Hermitage of San Paio.
Walk: 26km, 360m ascent
DAY 5
San Paio de Buscás to Marantes
After you reach Bruma-Meson do Vento, the rest
of your trip to Santiago is mainly downhill.
Today’s walk is through some of the greenest
landscapes in Spain, though be warned, the
green does not appear by magic, so if you are
walking outside of the summer months, rain wear
is recommended.
Your walk down into the delightful town of
Marantes brings the penultimate stage of the
Camino Inglés to an end.
Walk: 26km, 200m descent.
DAY 6
Marantes to Santiago deCompostela
Your first port of call on leaving Marantes will be
the town of Siguero. From here you will cross
the river and into the Municipality of Santiago.
You will soon reach Meixonfrio which is an old
pilgrim resting point, before reaching the pre-
Roman hill fort, where it is tradition to leave a
pebble.
This makes for a fitting gesture before you
undertake the walk into the glorious city of
Santiago where your walk comes to an end in the
shadow of the grand Cathedral.
As the days walk is quite short, you can leave
early in order to walk into Santiago to meet the
midday mass in the Cathedral, which welcomes
new pilgrims into the city. Should you feel that
you will miss this, we always recommend an
extra night in order to attend.
Walk: 12km, 220m ascent, 50m descent.
DAY 7
Onward Travel
Day Route Km
1234
56
7
Arrive FerrolWalk to PontedeumeWalk to BetanzosTransfer to Vilacobaand walk to San Paiode BuscásWalk to MarnatesWalk to Santiago deCompostelaOnward Travel
03121
2626
12
Total Distance 116
CAMINO INGLÉS
A PILGRIMAGE FROM FERROL TO SANTIAGO
ITINERARY: WSPSCI
Accommodation
The accommodation is a mixture of small family
run hotels, guesthouses and larger hotels in the
big cities. All with private rooms and en-suite
bathrooms and all offer a warm welcome to
walkers, traditional hospitality and delicious local
food. We do recommend that you book this trip
early as the area is always popular and the
hotels and inns do fill up early.
Single Rooms/Solo Walkers
The Camino Inglés is available to solo walkers at
a supplement. Single rooms are available
although a single supplement is payable.
Compostela/Pilgrims Passport
The Pilgrims Passport is available in the tourist
office in Ferrol. You need to get the passport
stamped in churches, restaurants and hotels
along the way.
Navigation
This route is waymarked and easy to follow.
Wooden posts with a yellow shell symbol show
the way and yellow arrows painted on many
walls, wooden posts and tracks are there to
follow.
Meals
A local breakfast is included each morning which
usually consists of a coffee and bread with jams.
Lunch and dinner are not included as standard
so you are free to choose from the available
options.
Baggage Transfer (Optional)
We can arrange for your bags will be transferred
from your accommodation as per your itinerary
and moved onto your next overnight
accommodation. This is an additional cost and is
an option as part of the booking process. The
maximum weight of a piece of luggage is 18kg.
Equipment
Your information pack has a detailed equipment
list which includes standard walking gear such as
good walking boots or shoes, lightweight clothes,
waterproofs and a day pack.
Availability
The Camino is best enjoyed from March to
October but you can walk at any time of year .
You can start on any date that suits your travel
plans and you will find up to date availability on
our website.
Price
Please see our Website for a current list of
prices.
Included
Accommodation in small rural hotels andhostels, with en-suite.
A detailed information pack for the groupleader including guidebook, route notes,maps, local information.
Emergency support from our local and UKoffices in the event of a problem.
Excluded
Travel to/from Spain.
Lunches, dinners, snacks or drinks.
Travel Insurance.
Personal Equipment.
Taxi transfers or public transport.
Getting there and away: You can fly in and out
of Santiago easily from London, Paris, Barcelona
and Madrid with Ryanair, Vueling and Iberia.
Or alternatively you can fly into La Coruña with
Vueling from London and Cardiff.
From both of these locations you can take
several buses every day to get to Ferrol. You
can travel from La Coruña with Arriva buses and
Santiago with Monbus or by train with RENFE.
INFORMATION
CAMINO INGLÉS
A PILGRIMAGE FROM FERROL TO SANTIAGO
TRAVEL INFORMATION
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Visas
Please check your visa requirements with the
foreign office before travelling to Spain
www.fco.gov.uk. UK passport holders do not
need a visa if they are staying for less than 3
months.
Travellers to Spain now need to supply their
airline their date of birth, nationality and passport
number before flying.
Language
It is highly recommended to know some of the
Spanish language before you set off on the
Camino. Not many people speak English in rural
Spain and you will find it difficult if you can’t
communicate.
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which focuses on the main points—
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www.macsadventure.com by phone: +44 (0) 141
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outside of the EU), arising from cancellation or
curtailment of your travel arrangements due to
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