While Saint Jean Pied de Port on the French side of the Pyrenees is the official starting point of the French Way, the most popular starting point is the town of Sarria, 115 km away from Santiago. It can be walked in one week and it gives you the opportunity to get the afficial Compostelana Certificate of pilgrimage on arrival to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
The last section of the French Way from Sarria to Santiago through the lush green rural Galicia is also where you have most chances to meet other pilgrims and where you can really feel the spirit of the Camino.
Join the group in Sarria. With its Celtic origins Sarria was a major medieval centre for pilgrims. The ancient atmosphere can still be felt in the beatiful old quarter streets. Walk around town, getting our first stamps on our Pilgrims passport. Dinner in town to get to know each other. Overnight Oca Duerming (or similar)