I walked the Camino Inglés (The English Way) from A Coruña in early July 2024. It was my fourth camino. Before this, I had walked the Portuguese Coastal Route, the Camino Fisterra, and the Camino del Norte. The Camino Inglés from A Coruña is much shorter compared to the other routes I’ve done, but I truly enjoyed every moment. On this shorter path, I found myself thinking, ‘I want to fully appreciate everything I see and experience.’ Every moment felt precious, and I was grateful for all of it.

The Camino Inglés passes only through the Galicia province. I loved seeing the Galician countryside, with its blue skies and fruiting plants. The Camino Inglés is 72 kilometers long, and most people complete it in about four days. However, I was happy to take my time and enjoy the journey, so I walked from A Coruña over six days. At times, I would lie down by a river, appreciating the unique terrain of Galicia — those were some of my happiest moments. One day, I stayed in a town called Ordes which is 2.6km off the main route and experienced its town vibe. I’m so grateful for the chance to visit and stay in places I might never have discovered if not for walking the Camino Inglés.

I truly enjoy experiencing each town along the camino. I love savoring every moment as the scenery slowly changes, taking in the scent of nature and feeling the excitement of discovering what’s next with my eyes, ears, body, and heart.

The Highlight of My Camino Inglés Journey

Two highlights of my Camino Inglés were the coastline along the river and the rural scenery of Galicia. The Camino Inglés from A Coruña is known for its stunning river coast. After leaving A Coruña, the landscape gradually changes. First, it shifts to suburban areas, and then suddenly, the breathtaking river coast appears. It was truly beautiful — a view that took my breath away. Along the calm river, you can see houses with orange roofs set against the blue sky and the natural beauty of Galicia. This was one of the sights I had hoped to experience on the Camino Inglés.

I decided to take the optional route that follows the river and stayed overnight in the town of Culleredo. There are no albergues there, but you can stay at Hotel Crunia, which offers a lovely view of the river. I was very grateful for the chance to stay there and savor this special part of the Camino Inglés.

The view from Hotel Crunia

Another highlight was the peaceful rural scenery of Galicia. Most of the Camino Inglés passes through the Galician countryside. While the views aren’t as dramatic as those on the Camino del Norte, they offer a serene, calm, and warm atmosphere. You can feel the welcoming vibe of the countryside, hear birds singing, and enjoy the gentle breeze as time seems to slow down. The abundance of agricultural life is evident everywhere. In front of me, endless green fields stretched out, and it was truly breathtaking. I felt an overwhelming sense of pure happiness just being there.

For me, walking the camino is life itself. It’s about appreciating what is and fully embracing what’s next.

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