Camino de Santiago Francés (1)

In the age of AI, I won’t repeat the history and origins of the ever-so-famous Camino de Santiago. All I can tell you is that I’ve been dreaming of doing this for over 10 years. And now, I’ve finally done a section of it!!

We completed the Camino from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela in just 5 days. The attached records show the distance we covered each day and how long it took us to complete each stage (3 numbers on each page - the distance in km, time in hours and minutes, and the elevation gains in meters).

The total distance recorded was about 120 km. In reality, we hiked 125 km over the 5 days. Those extra kilometers were devoted to the “Pursuit of Happiness” - eating, drinking, shopping, and hanging out with friends! 

There are too many stories to tell and too many photos to process. Let me start by sharing a note I wrote yesterday. 

Buen Camino!!

 

Camino de Santiago Francés 

October 7, 2026

Day6: Santiago de Compostela to the “End of the World” — Cape Fisterra

This section of the Camino is about 90 km. It would take another 4-5 days to hike from Santiago de Compostela to the “End of the World.” Yet by car, it only takes less than 1.5 hours - let that sink in.

For the first time in seven days, I got in a car, and it gave me a completely different perspective. The usual 75 km per hour suddenly felt like an unusual experience. I couldn’t stop thinking about the steps it took to cover every inch of the 125 km from Sarria to Santiago. The stress, the pain, the fear, the self-doubt - and finally, the VICTORY. Incredible!

I am so thankful for having had the opportunity and the courage to do this - amazing and profound!!