Gear Guide
Everything you need to pack for your Camino, and nothing you don't. Less is more!
Buying Guides
Detailed recommendations for every item in your pack: what to buy, where to buy it, and what experienced pilgrims recommend.
Footwear
Trail shoes, sandals, socks and what to break in before you go.
Backpacks & Bags
Choosing the right pack size, fit, and features for the Camino.
Clothing & Layers
Lightweight, quick-dry layers for every type of Camino weather.
Rain Gear
Stay dry from the Pyrenees to Santiago, rain gear that actually works.
Sleeping Gear
Liners, earplugs, and everything you need for a good night in an albergue.
Tech & Accessories
Apps, power banks, headlamps & the tech that makes the Camino easier.
First Aid & Foot Care
Blister kits, medications & foot care to keep you walking pain-free.
Packing Tips
The 10% Rule
Your loaded backpack should weigh no more than 10% of your body weight. Most experienced pilgrims carry 6-8 kg. You'll carry every gram for up to 800 km.
Less is more
If you think you might not need it, leave it at home. You can buy almost anything along the Camino, and your shoulders will thank you.
Test everything
Walk at least 100 km in your shoes before you start. Test your pack loaded to full weight on a long walk, not just around the block.
Layer up
The Camino crosses mountains, meseta, and coast. Layers let you adapt to anything, from freezing Pyrenees mornings to hot Castilian afternoons.
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Broken in before you go!
For evenings and river crossings
To prevent blisters
With hip belt and rain cover
For valuables when exploring
For electronics and documents
For cool mornings
Quick-dry materials
Multi-purpose
Breathable is best
Covers you and your pack
Optional for shoulder seasons
Silk or cotton
Only for cold months
Trust us on this one
For navigation and photos
EU plugs along the way