In this video, we’ll show you how to properly pack your backpack for the Camino de Santiago.
This backpack is suitable for women, for hikes longer than 7 days, and for spring, summer, and autumn.
First, we’ll give you general advice, then we’ll explain the reasoning behind some of our choices, and finally, we’ll show you how to pack the backpack.
Packing List
40L/50L backpack
Pair of sneakers/boots
Sleeping bag
2 dry-fit hiking shirts
1 cotton t-shirt for lounging
1 long-sleeved t-shirt
1 pair of shorts for the end of the stage
2 pairs of seasonal dry-fit pants (in this case, one pair of long pants and one pair of shorts)
1 belt with a plastic buckle
1 pair of pajamas
1 coat
1 pair of sandals
Towel, toothpaste, and toothbrush
Toiletry bag
Fanny pack
1 cloth bag
2 sports bras
3 pairs of underwear
3 pairs of socks
Compeed, needles, and thread
Laundry soap with clothespins and rope
Small backpack
Power bank
Water bottle
1 raincoat
Guest ID
1 headlamp
Sunglasses
1/2 roll of toilet paper and small bags
1 hat
Sunscreen Sunscreen
Magnesium
First-Aid Kit
1 Fly and Mosquito Repellent
Disinfectant
Walking Stick (1 or 2)
1 Seashell (optional)
Toiletry Bag includes:
Safety pins
Lip liner
Clean bags
And cotton swabs
Anti-chafing cream and/or petroleum jelly
Small scissors
Moisturizing cream, one for the body and one for the face
Shower gel and shampoo (not available in many hostels)
Deodorant
Hand sanitizer
Comb
First-Aid Kit includes:
Anti-inflammatories,
Blister disinfectant,
Compeed or similar,
Needle, thread, and
Magnesium tablets and/or rehydration solution…
Waist Bag includes:
Earplugs and eye mask
Padlock
Pilgrim’s credential + Ziploc bag ID card
Mobile phone
Charger and cable
Power bank
Headphones
Universal adapter with 2 USB ports
Clean plastic and cloth bags
Wallet includes:
ID card or passport
Some cash (estimate €20 per day minimum in cash, as of 2022)
Credit/debit cards
Not shown in the video, but necessary:
Plastic fork/spork (many hostels don’t provide them)
Backpack for men: https://youtu.be/rhQqEIhoQzI