{"id":1363,"date":"2026-09-03T13:51:38","date_gmt":"2026-09-03T11:51:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/camino-conecta-activa.com\/?page_id=1363"},"modified":"2026-09-22T08:43:02","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T06:43:02","slug":"vivir-el-camino","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/camino-conecta-activa.com\/en\/vivir-el-camino\/","title":{"rendered":"Living the Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Living the Journey<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Path that Connects and Activates<\/h2>

The Way<\/h2><\/div>

The Path That Connects and Activates (ELCCA)<\/span> It's not just a tour. <\/strong>It is a methodology for Discover opportunities, connect people, and activate projects<\/strong> in the territory.<\/p>

Each day is designed to address a specific challenge.<\/strong> 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.<\/p>

For five days we will travel through different territories and realities<\/strong>, demonstrating that the future of rural areas can be built on collaboration between people, knowledge and resources.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Dates<\/h4>

From September 30 to October 4, 2026.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Duration<\/h3>

A 5-day journey towards a common goal.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Location and Routes<\/h3>

The activities will be spread across the provinces of Lugo and A Coru\u00f1a, covering sections of the K\u00fcnig Way, the Winter Way, the Northern Way and the Primitive Way.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Explore the 5-day trail.<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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A day to discover how young talent can become an engine for territorial revitalization.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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September 30 - In the footsteps of Hermann K\u00fcnig.<\/h3>

The first day of ELCCA will be dedicated to young talent and its capacity to imagine new ways to revitalize the region. We will travel along some of the most representative sections of the K\u00fcnig Way, following the legacy of Hermann K\u00fcnig, author of the first written guide to the Camino de Santiago in 1495. Among the landscapes of Becerre\u00e1 and Baralla, participants will discover that heritage is not only an inheritance from the past, but also a source of opportunities to build the future. Along the route, there will be idea labs, networking spaces, mindfulness exercises in nature, and visits to properties with rehabilitation potential. These spaces will serve to explore new possibilities linked to rural entrepreneurship, sustainable tourism, co-living, social innovation, and the enhancement of heritage. 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.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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October 1st - Memory and Legacy<\/h3>

The second day will be dedicated to those who know the land best: the elderly. In the spectacular setting of the C\u00f3bados de Belesar, where vineyards slope down to the Mi\u00f1o River, creating one of Galicia's most unique landscapes, we will walk the Winter Way to celebrate the experience, memories, and knowledge accumulated over generations. During the walk, intergenerational encounters will take place between participants and local residents, where the elderly 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, exploring 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.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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A day to demonstrate that social inclusion and diversity are key factors in building stronger and more resilient communities.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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October 2 - Put yourself in their shoes<\/h3>

The third stage will be an invitation to view the region from a different perspective. Under the motto "Put Yourself in Their Shoes," this event will cover an accessible stretch between Ribadeo and Mondo\u00f1edo to promote social inclusion and the active participation of groups that typically face greater difficulties accessing certain opportunities. Unemployed individuals, 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 journey, this event aims to generate collective reflection on how to build more open, accessible, and cohesive communities. Because when we remove barriers and expand opportunities, it's not just the people who need them who advance: the entire region advances with them.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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October 3rd - Opportunities Day<\/h3>

Lugo will become the main meeting point for heritage, investment, and territorial development. This event will bring together owners of heritage assets, entrepreneurs, investors, national and international experts, community organizers, and stakeholders connected to the Camino de Santiago, all with a common goal: to transform potential opportunities into real projects. The program will combine inspiring lectures, presentations of success stories, analysis of investment and territorial regeneration trends, showcases of assets with rehabilitation potential, and specialized workshops on sustainable rural development models. In addition, there will be matching and networking sessions designed to facilitate direct contact between owners, investors, and entrepreneurs, creating a favorable environment for the emergence of strategic alliances. This event represents the core of the project, as it embodies the philosophy of connecting people, resources, and opportunities to revitalize the region. Because the true value of heritage lies not only in its history, but also in its capacity to generate new economic, social, and cultural opportunities when it finds the right people to drive it forward.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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October 4 - Arrival in Santiago de Compostela<\/h3>

The Camino de Santiago has been, for centuries, a path of encounter, reflection, and transformation. Today, in the 21st century, it also becomes fertile ground for sowing the seeds of the future and transforming purpose into action. As the culmination 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 pilgrims throughout the ages. Our arrival 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, from where we can contemplate the city with a new perspective. We will continue with a day of reflection and a closing ceremony, where certificates of participation in this unique experience will be awarded. We will conclude as a community with a farewell meal near the Cathedral, celebrating the journey, what we have learned, and what remains to be built together.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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