In 2025, 530,000 pilgrims walked the Camino de Santiago. Less than 50% did so for religious reasons. Discover the rise of secular spirituality
A pilgrim on the Camino poliki - Shutterstock
Pilgrim on the Camino de Santiago, crossing in front of a yellow arrow. Alvaro German Vilella - Shutterstock
Walking reshapes how we think: from Aristotle to Zen monks and neuroscience, discover how movement reduces stress and enhances clarity of mind
Regenerative pilgrimage asks travelers to reconsider their role Shyntartanya - Shutterstock
Regenerative pilgrimage: a new travel approach that combines environmental care, community support, and personal experience.
Relaxation, contemplation and silence in the natural environment of the forest Edijs K - Shutterstock
Nature’s silence as healing: how science and spirituality reveal its power to reduce stress and restore mind and soul
Autumn forest walk: Solitary walker through the majestic forest near Bakonynana in the Bakony Hills, Hungary Raphael Ruz - Shutterstock
Forest bathing and sacred forests are shaping a new pilgrimage, where nature becomes a sanctuary for healing and spiritual connection
Pilgrim after a tough stage on the Camino de Santiago, enjoying the scenery of northern Spain, Asturias Jose Arcos Aguilar - Shutterstock
When is the best time to go on a pilgrimage? Discover how each stage of life transforms the journey and why there is no perfect moment
Why do people repeatedly enter hazardous terrain without adequate preparation? InFocus.ee - Shutterstock
Hundreds of people die every year in mountain environments due to poor preparation. Why hiking and pilgrimage routes require reliable information, proper gear, and risk awareness
Typical food on the Camino de Santiago, in Los Arcos (Spain) Marcos Campos - Shutterstock
How food on pilgrimage—from the Camino de Santiago to Benedictine monasteries and Buddhist mindful eating—turns a simple meal into a transformative experience
Pilgrim woman capturing smartphone photos near the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela Nuria PhotoStock - Shutterstock
A practical survival guide for pilgrims who want to reduce smartphone dependence on the Camino de Santiago and regain focus, calm, and presence