Camino de Santiago: Camino Frances : Guide and map book - includes Finisterre finish

Begin an unforgettable journey along one of the classic routes of the Way of St James, crossing northern Spain from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port in the French Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia. Covering 784km (487 miles) and typically completed in 4–5 weeks, this iconic pilgrimage is suitable for any reasonably fit walker and culminates at the tomb of St James the Apostle in Santiago's UNESCO-listed old town. This comprehensive guidebook is your reliable companion for planning and walking the Camino Francés. Detailed route descriptions are supported by a separate map book featuring clear 1:100,000 mapping with the full route line marked. The long-distance trail is broken down into 36 stages, each between 17km and 36km (12–22 miles) in length, making it easy to tailor your walk to your fitness level and available time. Each stage includes clear guidance, planning tables and comprehensive pilgrim lodging listings—including albergues and other accommodation types—so you can shape your daily distances, start and finish points, and rest days with confidence. Additional features include an optional extension on the Camino Finisterre from Santiago de Compostela to Finisterre and Muxía on the Galician coast, allowing you to continue to the legendary "end of the earth." Downloadable GPX files provide digital navigation for your smartphone or GPS device, while expert advice covers obtaining your Compostela and pilgrim passport, plus guidance on where to begin the trail to meet the minimum 100km walking requirement. Plan your pilgrimage with confidence and let yourself be carried through the landscapes, heritage and unmistakable spirit of the Camino Francés—one of the world's great long-distance pilgrimage routes, shaped by centuries of history and the experience of walking in the footsteps of pilgrims.