The Way of Saint James on horseback

- Plan your route, paying special attention to accommodation with stabling, places where your horse can drink and feed, and any steep slopes along the way. The French Way, the Primitive Way and the Portuguese Way are the most popular routes for pilgrims on horseback. - The horse must be physically prepared and have previous training on similar routes. - A visit to the vet is essential before starting the route, as well as taking out veterinary insurance and managing all the necessary documentation. It’s a good idea to learn some veterinary first aid and blacksmithing. - There are several companies that organise horse riding routes, providing the horses themselves and taking care of everything necessary. If you don’t have any experience of long journeys on horseback, this may be your best option.

The Compostela is the accreditation pilgrims receive when they complete St James’ Way, including those travelling on horseback. You must meet the following requirements: - Having travelled at least 100 kilometres on horseback to Santiago de Compostela. - Getting your pilgrim passport stamped at each stage. You can get the passport from the International Pilgrim Reception Office, pilgrim hostels, and associations of Friends of the Way of Saint James in several different countries.