Every summer, I often get the same question when I share a hiking photo with a lake: can you swim in mountain lakes? It’s a subject that is becoming increasingly sensitive, and with the arrival of “new groups of hikers or campers,” many of us are noticing behaviors that do
If you’ve ever heard of the Camino de Santiago, you’ve probably noticed the constant presence of the Camino Shell : the Camino de Santiago scallop shell. It appears on waymarkers along the trail, hanging from pilgrims’ backpacks, carved into monuments… this symbol is everywhere. But why is the scallop shell
“How many miles a day on Camino de santiago?” or more specifically “how many kilometers a day should I plan to walk?” — this is the question I’ve been asked hundreds of times since I started sharing my different caminos here on the blog and over on Instagram. And I
The Camino Primitivo is one of the lesser-known routes of the Camino de Santiago — and also one of the most fascinating. It winds through a mountainous, quiet, and less-traveled region, offering a very different experience from the busier paths like the Camino Francés. If you’re looking for a more
The Camino del Norte, also known as the Northern Way, is one of the historic Camino de Santiago routes traversing Spain’s northern coast. Less frequented than the popular Camino Francés, this path offers pilgrims a unique blend of coastal beauty, cultural richness, and physical challenge. Spanning approximately 865 kilometers, the
Via Podiensis. Merely the name invokes an invitation to travel, don’t you think? From July to August, I embarked on this beautiful adventure: 28 stages, from Le Puy-en-Velay to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, while taking the Célé route. A backpack, a pair of shoes, and a ton of enthusiasm. Have you ever felt
It’s been a long time since I took you on a little adventure! And to be honest, a few hours before leaving for this one, the anxiety rose a little! Anxiety and impatience! The Jordan Trail is a trekking in Jordan, divided in 8 sections from Um Qais to the
Verbier in Switzerland The beautiful village of Verbier, I dreamed to go back there. July 6, 2019. I ran the Trail Verbier Saint Bernard. The kilometers go by, the breathtaking views too. I’m drooling, but take the time to admire the landscape between two swear words. One thing is sure:
The Tre Cime Di Lavaredo Hike I dreamed of going back to the Dolomites since I quickly traveled there one year ago. Among the long list of incredible landscapes to discover in Dolomites, the Tre Cime Di Lavaredo were obviously among the TOP 3 of the hikes to do. Why
Walking the Camino de Santiago is much more than a hike: it’s an inner adventure, filled with encounters, doubts, laughter, and breathtaking landscapes. After several journeys on the Camino, I share here my practical advice and personal stories, to help you prepare for your own departure… or simply to take you on a journey through a book.