There is the Plenary Indulgence for those who follow some specific observations. For some pilgrims it might feel more important than receiving " a paper Compostela "
I do not want to start another true pilgrim or tourist versus pilgrim...
Just imagine. A Compostela is awarded to anyone who makes pilgrimage to the shrine of Santiago, with religious intent or at least in a sense of search.
There will be no prize for walking 100km in the best trainers; merino knickers; finest...
Personally I would argue that anyone who flies to SdC and visits the cathedral and the tomb of the Apostle in the right spirit is making a pilgrimage to Santiago. 30 years ago the cathedral made the decision to make receiving a Compostela...
Somewhere between 1985 and 1995?
Otherwise you’ll have to be a bit more specific. What sort of weather, how much company and what level of service would you prefer?
A few years ago I would have answered your question with a trite “whenever you...
Those US pilgrims who might adventure northward will find a slew of pilgrimage routes in Québec, most of which have access to accommodation along the way, and for which guides have been written: The chemin de Sanctuaires from St-Joseph Basilica...
For what it's worth, I've compiled a bibliography of something over 200 Camino-related books in English (either originally or in translation).
You can find it in the Resources section...
The Canadian Company of Pilgrims has a “contact us” inquiry form on their website.
https://www.santiago.ca/contact/
Canada post workers have been on strike for a month….
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