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Stars of Santiago’s heritage
Camino Europa Compostela and the Institut de Recherche Jacquaire (IRJ) are building itineraries centred on representations of the Miracle of the Hanged Man — paintings, sculptures, stained glass, ex-votos, and oral traditions — across the whole of St James’s Europe.
Southampton’s pilgrimage route milestone unveiled
Southampton has officially joined the international Camino de Santiago network with the unveiling of a new granite waymarker. Shipped from Spain, the milestone designates the city as the end of the 68-mile “St James’ Way” from Reading.
Inauguration of the “Mediterranean Route” Milestone in Piazza Armerina
The placement of this milestone signifies Piazza Armerina’s inclusion in the Jacobean Route of the Mediterranean. The stone serves as a profound cultural & spiritual link, connecting local heritage to the vast European network of the Way of St. James.
XIV International Congress of Jacobean Associations
Mérida: From October 22nd to 25th, 2026. - XIV International Congress.
This triennial meeting brings together veteran pilgrims and researchers to share their experience and knowledge related to the Jacobean tradition.
Croatia wins 26th Elias Valina Award
The Xunta de Galicia has announced that the Confraternity of St. James – Croatia has won the 26th Elías Valiña Award, joining a select group of Camino organizations recognized for safeguarding the values of the Camino de Santiago.
The International Xacobeo Congress returns to Compostela -November 13th to 15th
The Galician capital is preparing to host a new edition of the International Xacobeo Congress. The event will this year revolve around the theme: “The Way of St. James, a meeting of cultures. A philosophy of hospitality.”
Camino Europe Map
Recommended route: Bruxelles, Amiens, Chartres, Tours, Poitier, Saintes, Bordeaux, Donostia, Vitoria, Carrión, Sahagún, León, Ponferrada, Bebreiro, Lugo, Santiago de Compostela
Distance: 1,900 km – 90 days
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