What should I pack for the Camino de Santiago?

 Broken-in walking boots that provide good ankle support 

 Sneakers for back up to walking boots & also for evening-wear 

 Sandals or flip flops for the evening (if warm enough) 

 Smarter shoes optional if preferred for smart, casual nights 

 Hiking poles 

 Water repellent outer layer in case of rain 

 Lightweight hiking pants & shorts, loose-fitting recommended (including undergarments) 

 A warmer outer layer 

 A couple of quick-wicking hiking shirts (cotton is best avoided) 

 Some good hiking socks & some silk liners (if you prefer to wear them) 

 Vaseline to apply to your feet before putting on the silk liners or socks 

 ‘Compeeds’ gel plasters are excellent for blister prevention. Can be bought easily at Spanish pharmacies.

 A pullover for when it gets cooler 

 Insect repellent 

 Water bottle (or Camelbak type water bladder if preferable) 

 Daypack for walking 

 Sunglasses 

 Earplugs 

 Sunscreen 

 Sun hat 

 Hand-wash soap for laundry (the hotels do have a laundry service but they may not fit in with our timing) 

 Loose comfortable clothing for walking 

 Travel kettle (sometimes, but not always, in your hotel room – written by a British woman who likes tea so might not be necessary!) 

 Washcloth – not all hotels supply these so do bring one if you are particular to them 

 Hairdryers are supplied at all hotels so they are not necessary to bring 

 European power converter