The English Way is one of the eight different routes of Saint James’ Way to Santiago de Compostela. It is one of the less populated routes, ideal for pilgrims who prefer a more quiet and relaxed journey. In spite of being the shortest way, it offers one of the most diverse and beautiful coastal landscape.

Back in the 15th century, English pilgrims disembarked in Ferrol and in the nearby seaports, which gives this route its name. The so-called English Way begins in the seaport of As Curuxeiras in Ferrol, 118 kilometres away from Santiago de Compostela.

In Ferrol, pilgrims must collect their pilgrim’s passport in the tourist office of the harbour or in the Co-Cathedral of San Xiao. From here, they begin the first stages of their journey through the coastal municipalities of the region.

Narón, Neda, Fene, Cabanas and Pontedeume are some of the towns that pilgrims walk through. Some even stop for the night in the pilgrims’ hostels in Neda and Pontedeume. Along the way, you can enjoy the heritage of the geo-destination Ferrolterra – Rías Altas.

Find out the English Way hiking route on Wikiloc.