Best Books About the Camino de Santiago for Every Traveler

Planning your Camino or reliving past adventures? These books—including ours—will inspire every pilgrim’s journey

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The Camino de Santiago is more than just a walk—it’s an experience that transforms you physically, mentally, and spiritually. Whether you're planning your first pilgrimage, reminiscing about past adventures, or simply curious about this legendary route, there’s a book for you. From inspiring memoirs to practical guides, here are some of the best books about the Camino de Santiago for every traveler.

	The Way, My Way – Bill Bennett A humorous and deeply personal account of an Australian filmmaker’s journey on the Camino. Bennett captures the ups and downs of the pilgrimage with honesty, wit, and plenty of self-reflection. Get your copy here.
	I’m Off Then: Losing and Finding Myself on the Camino de Santiago – Hape Kerkeling One of the best-selling Camino memoirs, this book follows the journey of a well-known German comedian as he sets out on the trail. His story is funny, insightful, and deeply relatable for anyone considering the pilgrimage. Get your copy here.
	Baby Walks to Santiago – Leonid Ler A heartwarming, humorous memoir of a family’s 650-km Camino journey—with a 7-month-old baby in tow. A story of adventure, resilience, and the magic of the trail. For adventure seekers, Camino dreamers, and parents who believe the journey doesn’t have to stop when kids arrive. Get your copy here.
	The Pilgrimage – Paulo Coelho This novel, based on Coelho’s own Camino journey, blends personal discovery with mystical elements. If you enjoy spiritual exploration with a touch of fiction, this book will resonate. Get your copy here.
	The Camino: A Journey of the Spirit – Shirley MacLaine An introspective and spiritual account of actress Shirley MacLaine’s Camino walk, filled with reflections on past lives, destiny, and self-discovery. Get your copy here.
	Two Steps Forward – Graeme Simsion & Anne Buist A heartwarming novel about two strangers—each walking the Camino for different reasons—who find companionship along the way. A mix of romance, humor, and personal growth. Get your copy here.
	The Way of the Wind – John Pearson A fictionalized account of one pilgrim’s Camino, this novel captures the emotional and transformative nature of the journey through engaging storytelling. Get your copy here.

Final thoughts

These are my favorite books about Camino de Santiago. Do you know others I should read? Let me know!