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What pilgrim trail should I do? The best pilgrimages and caminos in the world

Pilgrimages are more popular than ever, with thousands of people walking the Camino every year. The Camino Frances is a wonderful route but it's far from the only camino! Here...

An introduction to walking the Fife Pilgrim Way

The Fife Pilgrim Way is a scenic, historic trail through central Fife, connecting ancient pilgrimage sites and modern landscapes. Starting in either Culross or North Queensferry, the route winds through...

UK trails easily accessible by public transport

Planning a walking adventure doesn’t have to mean hiring a car or arranging complicated transfers. Across the UK, there are fantastic trails that begin and end in well-connected towns or...

Discover the best budget-friendly trails

Some of the most breathtaking trails offer incredible adventures without stretching your wallet. Whether you're seeking the dramatic landscapes of Scotland, the sunlit shores of Spain, or the untamed wilderness...

An introduction to the Pilgrims’ Way

If you’ve ever wanted a pilgrimage route through England that combines history, countryside and quiet reflection, the Pilgrims’ Way might be just what you’re looking for. Following in the footsteps...

Why you should walk the Cammino Materano: Italy's hidden pilgrimage trail

The Cammino Materano is a network of three long-distance walking routes through the little-known southern Italian regions of Puglia and Basilicata, all converging on the ancient UNESCO World Heritage city...

The John Muir Trail: a complete planning guide

The John Muir Trail (JMT) is one of the world's great long-distance treks and North America's best-known mid-distance wilderness hiking route. Running for 216 miles through the high Sierra Nevada...

A trail of two cities: A cycle route from London to Paris

By Mike Wells There are two long-distance cycle routes between London and Paris: the 'classic route' and the Avenue Verte. Cicerone author Mike Wells tells us more. Both routes are...

The Robert Louis Stevenson Trail (GR70): a complete planning guide

In September 1878, Robert Louis Stevenson set off from Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille with a stubborn donkey called Modestine, on a 12-day journey through the Cévennes that would become Travels with a...

An introduction to The Way of St Francis (Via di Francesco)

The Way of St Francis (Via di Francesco) connects places and paths associated with the saint, allowing walkers to see why St Francis of Assisi loved the land. The route...

An Introduction to the Camino Portugués (Portuguese Way)

Starting in Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, and ending in Santiago de Compostela in Spain, the 620km Portuguese Camino – ‘Caminho Português’ in Portuguese and ‘Camino Portugués’ in Spanish – has attracted...

Discover the Via Francigena — everything you need to know

The Via Francigena is one of Europe’s great pilgrimage routes — a journey through landscapes rich in history, culture and natural beauty. From Canterbury Cathedral to Rome, then beyond to...

An introduction to the North Downs Way

Would you like to try an easy long-distance walk that showcases the best of the Surrey Hills and Kent Downs National Landscapes? The 130-mile (208km) North Downs Way may be...

The Camino Inglés and Camino del Mar: a complete planning guide

Dave Whitson opens his Cicerone guidebook by noting that the rain in Spain falls mainly in Galicia, and it's precisely that lush, green corner of Iberia that makes planning a...

Camino Invierno: Walking the Camino Francés in winter

By Madeline Williams There may be many things that make walking the Camino Francés in winter a very different experience to more popular times of the year, but the fundamentals...

How to walk a Camino without blistering pain

By Nicole Bukaty Don't let blisters ruin your Camino; follow Nicole Bukaty's top tips instead. There is this thing that pilgrims do which bamboozles me and, in truth, fills me...

Everything you need to know about walking the Via Francigena in the South

Have you walked the Via Francigena to Rome? Or are you planning your first steps on this historic pilgrimage? The fourth and final section of Europe’s longest waymarked trail leads...

An intro to… The Via Podiensis or The Way of St James (the GR65)

The Via Podiensis, or The Way of St James, is another option for pilgrims seeking a new Camino pilgrimage. This major French variant of the Camino de Santiago travels through...

Camino Portugués – Should You Walk the Central or Coastal Camino from Porto?

Offering stunning views and an abundance of historical sites, it can be hard to choose between the Central and Coastal Camino. Fortunately, link routes mean you can combine the two....

Ready to step up? Discover your next walking adventure

Many walkers begin with a classic like the Camino Francés, the Tour du Mont Blanc, the West Highland Way. But what happens after you’ve ticked one of these off? For...

Walking in Japan: the Kumano Kodo

Imagine a journey in a remote, ancient and spiritual region of Japan. Hiking through an endless sea of tree-covered mountains with hidden valleys, waterfalls and traditional rural villages. After a...

Summer on the Camino Del Norte

By Emma Sawyer Emma Sawyer quit her job and set off to walk the 500 mile Camino Del Norte – one of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage routes running through...

Camino de Santiago – Camino Francés: a complete planning guide

The Camino Francés is the most legendary, most travelled, and most revered of the Camino de Santiago's many routes. The 'French Way' begins on the French slopes of the Pyrenees...

The best destinations for hiking and culinary adventures in Italy

Italy is a dream destination for travellers, blending breathtaking walks, scenic hiking trails, and a rich culinary heritage. Whether you're wandering along vineyard footpaths, walking dramatic coastlines, or trekking up...