Today, we take our first steps on the Camino and begin with one of the most spectacular—and demanding—stages of the Camino Francés.
Leaving Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port behind, we climb into the Pyrenees, following mountain paths through the French Basque countryside toward the Spanish border. Sweeping views, open pastures, and dramatic mountain landscapes accompany us as we cross from France into Spain before beginning our descent toward historic Roncesvalles.
It is a day that asks us to find our pace, embrace the challenge, and begin settling into the simple rhythm of walking. Reaching Roncesvalles under our own power offers a memorable sense of accomplishment—and an unforgettable beginning to the journey ahead.
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Jul 4