The Way of St James – on the most famous pilgrimage route in the world

The search for healing, salvation and sometimes also adventure is often the main

motivation to go on a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. The tomb of the Apostle James the Elder has attracted countless pilgrims since the 10th century. Today, pilgrims from all over the world travel to the tomb of St. James across the Pyrenees from France or from southern Spain. The route leads past cathedrals, small churches and pretty villages. The book presents the most popular routes and local pilgrimage sites.