Not Sure Which Camino to Walk? Start Here!

Choosing a Camino can feel almost as overwhelming as walking one. From sweeping mountain trails and rugged coastlines to quiet countryside paths and lively pilgrim communities, each Camino offers a completely different experience. The “best” route really depends on what you’re hoping to get out of the journey. Whether you’re looking for camaraderie, reflection, challenge, culture, or time by the sea, there’s a Camino that fits you perfectly. 

This quiz is designed to help you discover which Camino route matches your travel style, walking preferences and what you want to feel along the way. Simply choose the answer that resonates most with you for each question, then tally up whether you selected mostly As, Bs, Cs or Ds to reveal the Camino that could be your perfect pilgrimage. 

Which one of these would you be most excited to experience on your Camino?  

1. Camaraderie - I want to meet lots of other pilgrims from all over the world, hear their stories, share mine, and have a sense of achievement together. 
2. Coastlines - I want to be by the ocean almost the entire time – with lookouts over rocky shores, charming seaside towns and the ocean breeze in my hair. 
3. Challenge - I want to challenge my body through bigger ascents and descents and wilder landscapes like mountains, valleys, and alpine villages.  
4. Contrasts - I want my Camino to feel like it's changing every day: starting in cities, walking past the coast, stopping in fishing villages, and going through lush forests. 

How high would you like interactions to be with other people on the Camino? 

1. High - I am a social hiker and would love to meet new people and share the infamous Camino Camaraderie.  
2. Medium - I would love to see the same people every day to have familiar faces, but also enjoy time alone without seeing people for a few mile stretches at a time.  
3. Lowest - I would like a more personal experience, rarely seeing others and having quiet time in nature to myself or whoever I am walking with.  
4. Mixed - I would love to have interactions with people in towns where I could chat over food and drinks and share our stories from the day, but during my walking I prefer solitude.  

Why are you walking a Camino?  

1. A sense of accomplishment, connection, and having a bigger purpose.  
2. Burnout, needing space to think, a big life transition.  
3. A physical and mental challenge, reconnecting with your body and mind. 
4. Curiosity about culture, cuisine, history and landscapes. 

What views would you like to see while on your Camino?  

1. Mountains, farmlands, villages, medieval structures  
2. Rugged coasts, lush forests, fishing villages  
3. Mountains and hills, the whole time 
4. Fishing villages, lively cities, and sweeping seascapes 

What would you like to eat and where would you like to stay during your Camino?  

1. Small Spanish hotels and guesthouses, some 3* accommodation, simple but hearty pilgrim meals, along with local wines 
2. Small Spanish hotels and guesthouses, local seafood and local port wines 
3. Small family-run hotels, guesthouses, all very simple accommodation, I am not picky! Simple but hearty pilgrim meals 
4. 3-star hotels, and a mixture of rural hotels and hostals, but I am here for the meals! I want to experience traditional Spanish cuisine and seafood straight from the ocean 

What is one word that you would want to describe your Camino as?  

1. Traditional 
2. Restorative 
3. Authentic  
4. Immersive 

Now tally up your score and see below which Camino is the right fit for you!  

If you chose.... 

Mostly As: The Camino Frances - Experience the most traditional and iconic Camino route as you cross the Pyrenees, vast plains and lush greens, discover historic cities, share in the unique camaraderie of fellow pilgrims from around the world, and arrive at Santiago with an incredible sense of achievement. 

Mostly Bs: Camino Portugués Coastal Way - Walk on this quieter and restorative route, following the wild Atlantic coastline through fishing villages, sandy beaches and medieval towns, while enjoying renowned seafood, Portugal’s rich culture and the unique sense of reflection and connection that comes from walking one of the Camino’s most scenic coastal pilgrimages. 

Mostly Cs: The Camino Primitivo - Walk the original pilgrimage route to Santiago, on this more challenging alternative to the Camino Francés, following ancient paths through mountainous landscapes, discovering authentic Spanish culture in medieval villages and market towns, and enjoying a quieter, more challenging journey to Santiago far from the crowds. 

Mostly Ds: The Camino del Norte - Walk from San Sebastián to Santiago on this scenic and more demanding coastal pilgrimage, combining rugged Atlantic scenery, quiet fishing villages and vibrant cities like Bilbao, while enjoying authentic local culture, outstanding food and the deep sense of achievement that comes from completing a Camino.  

If you still aren’t sure on your Camino choice, don’t hesitate to reach out to our specialists, or continue reading about other Camino trips here!