{"id":4481,"date":"2024-07-17T12:15:08","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T10:15:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/?p=4481"},"modified":"2026-03-17T10:56:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T09:56:17","slug":"walking-the-camino-de-santiago-in-the-summer-months","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/","title":{"rendered":"Doing the Camino de Santiago in the summer months"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #2b2b2b;color:#2b2b2b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #2b2b2b;color:#2b2b2b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#como_hacer_el_camino_durante_la_temporada_estival\" >How to walk the Camino during the summer season<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#1_seleccion_de_la_ropa_adecuada\" >1. Selection of appropriate clothing:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#2_calzado_apropiado\" >2. Appropriate footwear:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#3_hidratacion_constante\" >3. Constant hydration:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#4_alimentacion_adecuada\" >4. Adequate food:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#5_uso_de_protector_solar\" >5. Use of sunscreen:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#6_horarios_de_caminata\" >6. Walking schedules:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#7_descansos_frecuentes\" >7. Frequent Breaks:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#8_alojamientos_con_buenas_condiciones\" >8. Accommodation with good conditions:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#9_conocimiento_de_los_sintomas_del_golpe_de_calor\" >9. Knowledge of the symptoms of heat stroke:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#10_cuidado_de_los_pies\" >10. Foot care:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#11_flexibilidad_y_adaptacion\" >11. Flexibility and adaptation:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/hacer-el-camino-de-santiago-en-los-meses-de-verano\/#en_resumen\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"como_hacer_el_camino_durante_la_temporada_estival\"><\/span>How to walk the Camino during the summer season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Doing the Camino de Santiago during the months that covers the summer season can become a challenge because of the high temperatures so it is vital to follow a series of recommendations and tips to make this route a safe place for you to enjoy. to do the Camino de Santiago in the summer months it is recommended to make a planning and preparation of a series of guidelines to follow as you can see below:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_seleccion_de_la_ropa_adecuada\"><\/span>1. Selection of appropriate clothing:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is recommended to wear light, breathable clothing, preferably in neutral, non-dark colours.<br \/>\nA hat is vitally important to protect your head from the sun's rays.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_calzado_apropiado\"><\/span>2. Appropriate footwear:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The use of footwear that is comfortable for oneself as well as breathable.<br \/>\nWear seamless socks to prevent blisters.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_hidratacion_constante\"><\/span>3. Constant hydration:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Always carry a bottle of water.<br \/>\nDrink water regularly.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_alimentacion_adecuada\"><\/span>4. Adequate food:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Eat fresh foods that contain water to keep you nourished as well as hydrated.<br \/>\nAvoid eating foods that lead to heavy digestion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_uso_de_protector_solar\"><\/span>5. Use of sunscreen:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Apply a sunscreen suitable for your skin and with high protection.<br \/>\nAlways protect vulnerable areas of the body.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_horarios_de_caminata\"><\/span>6. Walking schedules:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is recommended to start walking as early as possible to avoid the strongest hours of the sun.<br \/>\nTake breaks.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_descansos_frecuentes\"><\/span>7. Frequent Breaks:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Take breaks to rest and hydrate at the same time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_alojamientos_con_buenas_condiciones\"><\/span>8. Accommodation with good conditions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When choosing accommodation, always choose those with a good ventilation system and, if possible, air-conditioning.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_conocimiento_de_los_sintomas_del_golpe_de_calor\"><\/span>9. Knowledge of the symptoms of heat stroke:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Be able to recognise the symptoms of heat stroke such as: nausea, headache, excessive sweating, reddening of the skin...<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_cuidado_de_los_pies\"><\/span>10. Foot care:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In the case of blisters, use antiseptics and appropriate socks for healing.<br \/>\nTake a small first aid kit with you with everything you need and painkillers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_flexibilidad_y_adaptacion\"><\/span>11. Flexibility and adaptation:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Be flexible with the timetable and conditions as you may have to change your itinerary and schedule due to the heat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Take a break whenever you need it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"en_resumen\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Carrying out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/tips-for-walking-in-high-temperatures\/\">Camino de Santiago in high temperatures<\/a> can be a challenge, but it is surmountable if you have foresight and take note of all the recommendations here. By following these tips you will make your pilgrimage route an incredible moment.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1690222631254\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-purple vc_custom_1690222553554 infobox\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-cloud-sun\"><\/i><\/div><p>Planning to visit Santiago de Compostela and worried about the weather? Worry no more, we've compiled all the information you need in our comprehensive guide to the weather in Santiago de Compostela. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viajeroscanallas.es\/en\/the-weather-in-santiago-de-compostela\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">The Weather in Santiago de Compostela<\/a>. 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