The Camino de Santiago, or the Way of Saint James, is an epic Catholic pilgrimage to the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela. Although the Camino is actually a network of trails, its most popular route, the Camino Francés, spans from the city of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port at the base of the French Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela in Walking the Camino de Santiago: A Beginner's Guide. Hikers around the world are rediscovering Spain's Camino de Santiago, Medieval Europe's version of the thru-hike. A veteran of the The distance from Roncesvalles to Santiago de Compostela through León is about 800 km (500 mi). The Camino Primitivo, or Original Way, is the oldest route to Santiago de Compostela, first taken in the 9th century, which begins in Oviedo. It's about 86km (53mi) from Santiago de Compostela to either Fisterra or Muxía across mostly gentle countryside, and a 28km (17mi) stretch links the two places. Camino Inglés. Short, relatively easy route within Galicia. The "English Way" runs about 115km/71mi (five days) to Santiago from Ferrol in northern Galicia. Learn about six different routes to walk from across Europe to Santiago de Compostela, the cathedral where the bones of St James are said to be buried. Compare the distances, challenges, facilities, and attractions of each route, from the popular Camino Francés to the scenic Camino Le Puy. Distance: The Camino Francés spans approximately 780 kilometers, starting in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France, and ending in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Completion time: On average, it takes between four to six weeks to complete the Camino Francés, walking approximately 20-25 kilometers per day. How long is the Camino Finisterre? The route from Santiago de Compostela to Finisterre is 89 km/55 mi. The route from Santiago to Muxia is 86 km/53 mi. You need 3-5 days to complete it. If you walk to both capes the total distance is 115 km/71 mi. You'll need 4-6 days to walk the Camino. 6InyakC.