Sailing to the Camino: Fowey – A Coruña

Eight days sailing from Fowey in Cornwall across the Bay of Biscay to A Coruña in Spain, the starting point of the Camino Inglés to Santiago de Compostela. A pilgrimage the way it was once made, on board the brig Morgenster, where you take a full part in the sailing.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Fowey (Cornwall) – English Channel – Bay of Biscay – A Coruña
Departure: Sunday 18 April 2027, 17:00, Fowey, Cornwall (England)
Arrival: Sunday 25 April 2027, 10:00, A Coruña, Spain
Duration: 7 nights
Ship: Morgenster, brig (two-masted square rigger)

Prices per person

Three- or four-berth cabin: € 1,925
Two-berth cabin: € 2,145

Lowest price from € 1,925 per person in a three- or four-berth cabin. Combine this voyage with the Den Helder – Fowey leg for a two-week passage (from € 2,975 per person).

A PILGRIMAGE BY SEA

For centuries pilgrims from England and Ireland travelled by ship to Galicia, to walk from there to Santiago de Compostela. This voyage follows that old route: a journey at the crossroads of faith, history, sustainability and adventure.

Crossing the Channel and the Bay of Biscay is a challenge, and exactly what the Morgenster was built for. Where the deep Atlantic meets the European continental shelf, the sailing can be spectacular. The nights at sea, free of light pollution and with the whole Milky Way above you, are unforgettable.

THE ROUTE

Fowey

You board in Fowey, a historic harbour town on the south coast of Cornwall, and meet the crew.

Out of the Channel

The ship sails west out of the Channel, along the coast of Cornwall, onto the open sea.

The Bay of Biscay

Day and night the Morgenster sails south across the Bay. You take the helm, help with the sails and stand watch, and with luck dolphins swim at the bow.

A Coruña

After about a week you reach A Coruña, with its Roman lighthouse, the Tower of Hercules. A Coruña is the starting point of the Camino Inglés, the English pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela: about 75 kilometres, walked in five to six days. Many guests step straight from the ship onto the trail.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Morgenster is a brig: a two-master with square sails, like the classic sailing ships of old. You are not a passenger but part of the crew: you hoist sails, take the helm and stand watch alongside the permanent crew. You sleep in cabins for four or for two people, and meals are provided on board. The Morgenster is a sail training ship: everyone takes part in the sailing as much as possible, from navigating to setting and trimming the sails.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For pilgrims, walkers and adventurers who want to start their Camino in a special way. No sailing experience is needed.

GOOD TO KNOW

• A sailing suit can be hired on board.
• You can reach Fowey by train via London (Par station).
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.
• Travel to the port of departure and home from the port of arrival is not included.
• Ideally arrive a day before departure: the ship cannot wait for late arrivals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need sailing experience?

No. The crew teaches you everything you need along the way.

Can I start walking straight away in A Coruña?

Yes. The Camino Inglés starts in A Coruña and can be walked to Santiago de Compostela in five to six days.

Can I extend the trip?

Yes, you can join in Den Helder and sail for two weeks all the way to A Coruña.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.

Sail with us!

Experience the nostalgic feeling of traveling with a tall ship. The Morgenster is a fullblood sailing training ship. The many sails with their halliards, sheets and many lines requires great teamwork. The trainees are full members of the crew. They are involved in all aspects of life at sea. The sensation of real sailing with a rigged clipper brik breeds team spirit, promotes smooth cooperation and trains functional leadership. That is why we provide Sea Experience trips for various schools, nautical schools and the Royal Netherlands Navy.