Camino gear

1. 01

   Trail running shoes (not boots)

   Light, quick-drying and blister-free on tarmac. Most of the Camino is track and road.

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2. 02

   Merino wool socks

   Three pairs. Seamless, temperature-regulating and far kinder than cotton.

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3. 03

   30–40 litre backpack

   With a padded hip belt. Empty, it should weigh under 1.2 kg.

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4. 04

   Lightweight rain jacket

   Galicia rains all year. Hood and sealed seams; a poncho works if it covers the pack too.

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5. 05

   Folding trekking poles

   Save up to 25 % of the load on your knees on the descents from O Cebreiro and into Portomarín.

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6. 06

   1 litre bottle or bladder

   Fountains every few kilometres; never carry more than a litre.

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7. 07

   Anti-chafing balm

   Feet and thighs every morning. The difference between finishing and quitting.

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8. 08

   Microfibre towel

   Dries in an hour and weighs 100 g. Bath towels do not.

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9. 09

   Cap and sunglasses

   The plateau and the coast have no shade. Factor 50 in the side pocket.

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10. 10

    10,000 mAh power bank

    Maps, photos and bookings live on your phone. One full charge a day, guaranteed.

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Full packing list

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