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Camino del Norte – On the Trail of the Phoenix

A witty, direct journal of the wild Camino del Norte. No spiritual clichés, just pure, honest adventure and grit. Rise from the ashes like a phoenix!

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Hiking the Eifel Camino with a Dog

Anja, Jens, and their 11-month-old dog Tuco hike the Eifel Camino: 203.8 km across 9 stages from Andernach to Trier.

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Everything is the same, yet completely different

Business as usual? An honest look at the current situation, recent changes, and the enduring appeal of the traditional Camino de Santiago.

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Via Regia / Ecumenical Pilgrimage Route

The Ecumenical Pilgrimage Route along the Via Regia: A firsthand account of the route, highlights, and personal impressions from a journey right on our doorstep.

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Via Regia – from Görlitz to Eisenach

A 1,010-kilometer walk across Germany: Jakob shares his moving journey—full of highs, lows, and helpful tips—from Görlitz to Trier.

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Sara's Pilgrimage Diary

Sara's sstory describes her 29-day spiritual journey to Santiago. There, she found camaraderie, inner peace, and a focus on what truly matters.

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I'm off then

Setting Out into the Unknown: An honest and inspiring account of the preparations, the motivation, and the start of the Camino de Santiago adventure.

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Camino Francés - Love is the Answer

Love, laughter, and blisters on the Camino Francés: how two pilgrims found each other — and themselves — on the road to Santiago.

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From Konstanz to Basel

The Way of St. James from Constance to Basel: An informative travelogue featuring practical tips, highlights along the route, and experiences along the Upper Rhine.

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