The Pilgrim's Route to Santiago Age-old journey . For over 1,000 years, pilgrims have been traveling to the portals of the majestic cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. They flocked on foot throughout the Middle Ages to pay homage to the relics of St. James, Apostle of Christ.
Pilgrims continue to be drawn to Santiago today.
Some come to hear tales of the legendary path, some come to meet the challenge of hiking this famous route, and some are on the most ancient quest of all - finding peace of mind. Hiking through well-preserved villages brings you to the Foncebad n Pass and the Cross of Ferro. Crossing from Castilla y Leon into the region of Galicia, you ascend to the panoramic mountaintop village of O Cebreiro. After returning to Villafranca, feast on regional specialties and savor local wines. A gradual descent into a lush, green valley brings you to the Monasterio de Samos for a look into the age-old religious traditions still in practice.