Iconic pilgrimage routes around the world

Nov18,2023

The northernmost pilgrimage route in the world is located in scenic Norway. The St Olavsleden extends from one side of the Scandinavian to the other, spanning 580 kms.

St Olavsleden, Norway

The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is easily the most recognizable national trail in the United States, and its massive length draws travelers from around the world to trek parts of it each year.

The Appalachian trail, USA

The Kumano Kodo is a UNESCO World Heritage site and offers over a thousand years as a spiritual pilgrimage route in Honshu Prefecture, Japan.

Kumano Kodo, Japan

El Camino de Santiago, also known in English as The Way of St James is quite possible the world's most popular pilgrimage route.

El Camino de Santiago, Spain

The Appian Way like the Appalchian Trail, isn't often connected with religious pilgrimages or hiked for spiritual purposes, but it is oneof the oldest roads on this list.

The Appian Way, Italy

The Trans-Bhutan Trail recently reopened for the first time in decades to travelers with approved guides or for tour groups, and it's often considered a life-changing, spiritual and cultural experience.

The Trans-Bhutan Trail, Bhutan

The St. Magnus Way is considered one of the best ways to see much of Orkney in Scotland. It's a historical pilgrimage path with six different routes around the island, inspired by the story of St. Magnus, the island's patron saint.

St Magnus Way, Orkney

The Inca Trail is an extensive, mountainous network of preserved ancient roads that once helped to unify the Inca Empire during its height.

The Inca Trail, Peru

The North Wales Pilgrim's Way, also known as the Welsh Camino, is a 130-mile trek following some of the oldest Christian monuments and churches in Wales.

The North Wales Pilgrim's Way, Wales

Abraham's Path may not be as well-known as El Camino or the Kumano Kodo, but it holds special significance for the three major religions of the world, and today is a wonderful path for travelers of all faiths and spiritualities to discover.

Abraham's Path, the Middle East