Pilgrims Celebrate Camino de Santiago with Charity Walk and Sail Voyage

German pilgrim Martina Hünting completed the 450‑kilometre Camino de Santiago from Porto to Finisterre in 24 days, raising about €5,300 for the Charity‑Hiker e.V. initiative that supports severely ill children, including contributions to veteran fundraiser Sven Hardt. After her trek she addressed friends and supporters in Herzebocholt, reflecting on the international contacts and emotional impact of the journey.

Separately, Elena Ortega Mateos recounts a maritime approach to the Camino, sailing the Rías Baixas in Galicia, visiting Atlantic islands and coastal villages before completing the final foot segment to Santiago. Her narrative highlights the historic tradition of pilgrims arriving by sea and the cultural heritage of the route.