The Way
The Path that Connects and Activates
The Way
The Path That Connects and Activates (ELCCA) It's not just a tour. It is a methodology for Discover opportunities, connect people, and activate projects in the territory.
Each day is designed to address a specific challenge. related to heritage, housing, inclusion, entrepreneurship or investment, combining on-the-ground experiences, learning spaces and meetings between actors who do not usually work together.
For five days we will travel through different territories and realities, demonstrating that the future of rural areas can be built on collaboration between people, knowledge and resources.
Dates
From September 30 to October 4, 2026.
Duration
A 5-day journey towards a common goal.
Location and Routes
The activities will be spread across the provinces of Lugo and A Coruña, covering sections of the Künig Way, the Winter Way, the Northern Way and the Primitive Way.
The Way
INCLUDES:
✓ Credentials presentation ceremony for the Camino
✓ Expert guides to show you the different sections of the most unique “The Way”
✓ Specialist professionals to show you the different resources and heritage assets of the territory
✓ Content and experiential training in the Forums.
✓ + The Day of Opportunities
✓ + The Arrival
(Complete experience)
""Living the Journey""
INCLUDES:
✓ Credentials presentation ceremony for the Camino
✓ 4 nights accommodation with breakfast: September 30, October 1, 2 and 3
✓ Expert guides to show you the different sections of the most unique “The Way”
✓ Specialist professionals to show you the different resources and heritage assets of the territory
✓ Lunches and dinners where you will taste the wide local gastronomy
✓ Content and experiential training in the Forums, the Opportunities Day and the Arrival
✓ + Experience Living the Day of Opportunities
✓ + Experience Living the Arrival
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Explore the 5-day trail.
A day to discover how young talent can become an engine for territorial revitalization.
Day 1
September 30 - In the footsteps of Hermann Künig.
The first day of ELCCA will be dedicated to young talent and its ability to imagine new ways of revitalizing the territory. We will travel along some of the most representative sections of the Künig Way, following the legacy of Hermann Künig, author of the first written guide to the Camino de Santiago in 1495. Among the landscapes of Becerreá and Baralla, participants will discover that heritage is not only an inheritance from the past, but also a a source of opportunities to build the future. Throughout the event, participants will engage in brainstorming sessions, networking opportunities, mindfulness practices in nature, and visits to properties with rehabilitation potential. These spaces will serve to explore new possibilities related to rural entrepreneurship, sustainable tourism, co-living, social innovation, and heritage preservation. The day will combine inspiration, learning, and action, fostering creativity and strategic thinking. Because great changes begin when a new generation is able to see a region with fresh eyes and discover opportunities where others only see challenges.
The second day will feature those who know the territory best: the elderly.
Day 2
October 1st - Memory and Legacy
The second day will feature those who know the territory best: the elderly. In the spectacular setting of the Cóbados de Belesar, where vineyards slope down to the Miño River, creating one of Galicia's most unique landscapes, we will walk the Winter Way to celebrate the experience, memory, and knowledge accumulated over generations. During the walk, intergenerational encounters will be held between participants and local residents, where older people will share stories related to the Way, the history of the region, and the traditions that have shaped the area's identity. Simultaneously, there will be opportunities to reflect on new models of living in rural areas, addressing initiatives such as cohousing, active residences, day centers, and community projects that can help retain the population and improve quality of life. The day aims to demonstrate that innovation and tradition are not opposing concepts, but rather complementary ones. Because the future of rural areas cannot be built without listening to those who have dedicated their lives to understanding, caring for, and keeping them alive.
A day to demonstrate that social inclusion and diversity are key factors in building stronger and more resilient communities.
Day 3
October 2 - Put yourself in their shoes
The third stage will be an invitation to view the territory from a different perspective, under the motto "Put yourself in their shoes."“, This day's journey will cover an accessible stretch between Ribadeo and Mondoñedo to promote social inclusion and the active participation of groups that usually find it more difficult to access certain opportunities.
Unemployed people, migrants, and people with disabilities will share an experience designed to demonstrate that diversity is a strength for any community. Throughout the day, awareness-raising activities, experiential learning sessions, and workshops will be held to identify opportunities related to heritage, tourism, and local services.
The goal is not only to raise awareness, but also to promote entrepreneurship, employability, and active participation in the life of the region. Beyond the physical event, this day aims to foster collective reflection on how to build more open, accessible, and cohesive communities. Because when we eliminate barriers and expand opportunities, it's not just the people who need them who advance: the entire region advances with them.
A day to transform conversations into alliances and opportunities into real projects.
Day 4
October 3rd - Opportunities Day
Lugo will become the great meeting point between heritage, investment and territorial development.
This event will bring together property owners, entrepreneurs, investors, national and international experts, promoters and agents linked to the Camino de Santiago with a common goal: to transform potential opportunities into real projects.
The program will combine inspiring lectures, presentations of success stories, analysis of trends in investment and territorial regeneration, exhibition of assets with rehabilitation potential, and specialized workshops on sustainable models of rural development. In addition, matching and networking sessions will be developed to facilitate direct contacts between owners, investors and entrepreneurs, creating a favorable environment for the emergence of strategic alliances.
This day represents the core of the project, as it embodies the philosophy of connecting people, resources and opportunities to activate the territory.
Because the true value of heritage lies not only in its history, but in its capacity to generate new economic, social and cultural opportunities when it finds the right people to promote it.
A day to consolidate learning, strengthen connections and plan the next steps for the ecosystem.
Day 5
October 4 - Arrival in Santiago de Compostela
The Camino de Santiago has been, for centuries, a path of encounter, reflection and change. Today, in the 21st century, it also becomes a fertile ground for sowing the future and transforming purpose into action.
As the final point of this transformative experience, early in the morning we will travel from Lugo to Monte do Gozo, where we will begin a symbolic walk into Santiago de Compostela, reliving the spirit of the pilgrims throughout the centuries.
Arriving at the Plaza del Obradoiro will be a moment of shared emotion. A final group photo will be taken at this emblematic location where all the Camino routes converge. After a short break, we will enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral, including a climb to its rooftops, offering a unique perspective of the city. This will be followed by a day of reflection and a closing ceremony, where certificates of participation in this unique experience will be awarded. We will conclude our journey together with a farewell meal near the Cathedral, celebrating our journey, what we have learned, and what remains to be built together.
Speakers
Experience leaders
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Experts
Experts in rural conservation, demography, and rural development.
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Advisors
Advisors and experts in viability and business models of the Melide Hub.
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Facilitators
Facilitators and coaches for team building activities, workshops and mindfulness.
