Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Begin the Way of St. James Spanish: El Camino de Santiago, El Camino; Galician: O Camiño de Santiago, Ruta Xacobea; French: Chemin de St-Jacques, German: Jakobsweg

This is a popular starting point, if not the most popular starting points for those who are beginning the Way of St. James. Referred to as pilgrims or peregrinos in Spanish, many international travelers choose this as the starting point in France that is closest to the Spanish border. Pilgrims will begin by reporting in to the Pilgrim's Office to obtain their credencial to begin their journey.