water/hydration

Hello, I'm planning to walk the Via Podiensis in autumn 2025 to Cahors. My question: is potable water regularly available or would you recommend taking a water filtration system? Thanks heaps

Bladder, yes or no, I'll do a poll

I like using hydration bladders as I tend to keep up on my fluids better and I rather carry too much water and drink more than not have enough given we are planning a May-June camino. I am after a 2-3 litre bladder that is easy to fill and which doesn't leak. I have used Source bladders before...

How much water to carry in late September , especially on first couple stages of Camino Frances? Thanks

I’ve heard that if you’re in need of drinking water on a Camino, you can always find a water tap at a cemetary. Is this true and do you think the water is usually potable from cemetery taps?

We will be doing the Salvador late May-early June-ish so I'm just wondering if there are stretches with limited water available ie bars, tiendas, fuentes or the odd servo. And how much water do people tend to carry. We will be taking our time on this Camino due to age and injuries and I'm trying...

Just want to get an idea of how much people tend to carry and if there are any stretches with a lack of bars, Fuentes where we can top up. This is assuming we hit sunny weather! ETA: Note this is for the Camino Madrid.

I have to remind myself to drink , drink regularly. Some people need to drink more than others . I am one that need a lot of water ‘cause I sweat. It’s important to have a plan and stick close to it. If you wait till you are really thirsty you have lost some already. A good plan can be take...

Along the Camino Frances I have seen images of water spouts in many areas. Are they safe to drink from ?

I much prefer ordering agua del grifo (tap water) both to save money and plastic, and everything else that goes into the production and delivery of bottled water. The last couple of nights in Santiago I dined with a group at two different vegetarian/vegan restaurants and they didn't bat an...

I’m leaving in 11 days for my CP. I live in California and would not drink tap water unless it’s filtered however I remember drinking from plenty of fountains in Spain. Is it the same in Portugal or should I plan to just buy bottled water? TIA

Hi all! Starting the Frances route next week in SJPDP and was wondering how much water do most people carry? I'm an avid hiker/backpacker and usually carry at least 2 liters. More from a fear of running out and not being able to refill than actually needing that much! Thanks!

Hi just a few weeks to go now, and my bag is more or less packed. I've decided not to take a water bladder, but to use bottles instead. So my question is, bearing in mind that a litre of water is a kilogram in weight plus its container. How much water do you experienced pilgrims carry and in...

Hello, I tried searching the forum threads but didn’t seem to find anything on topic. I plan to stay in hotels for my Camino next year and, unlike albergues which likely have pantry areas with complimentary drinking water available to pilgrims for refills, hotels may or may not provide...

Like lots of folks that are planning to on Camino, I’ve been watching (lots of) YouTube camino videos. Quite a few have clips of people getting water from wells or drinking fountains. Now I know that water is a major consideration on Camino and particularly the VDLP, so I was wondering how to...

I am doing the Camino from Leon and was wondering if I should get a hydration pack for my backpack? I was thinking No! but then I wondered if I could refill drink bottles with water about every 5 klms. In that way, I do not need to carry a lot of water (weight). So, are the drinking fountains...

Hey! So I’m doing the costal Portuguese route for the first time this august, and was wondering, do I need trekking poles? And what are ppls opinions on bringing a water reservoir? I’m traveling for Europe for 2 weeks after the Camino, so I want to pack lightish but also be prepared for the 2...

We often get questions from those planning their first Camino about water sources and water quality. And after my most recent Camino, it got me thinking. And others might want to share their thoughts, experiences and logic. Let's not get side tracked on how much water to carry....... That's a...

Heads up regarding a water issue in Betanzos! Their water is currently not drinkable, and they have parked a giant water truck in the main square for locals and visitors to get clean water. Because of this, water stations are not functioning from before Betanzos almost to Presedo. Leaving...

How is the water quality at the Frence route? Can you drink from the sink or do you have to buy bottles?