We, Anna&Matt from Hostelgeeks, went to Santiago de Compostela, and beforehand we were not really sure what to expect. But we knew many pilgrims will arrive at „kilometer zero“, the spot right in front of the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela. The place where people from around the world will come together, to celebrate their victory with the new friends they found along the trail.
“Every time the path is the same, but the experience is different.” Alex from Montreal, Canada
We talked to pilgrims in front of the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela. We are keen to share with you these inspiring stories from the most famous hike in the world. Read the 3 different stories from Santiago de Compostela here.
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