At just 21 years old, the author set off for Santiago de Compostela in 1998, completely unprepared both physically and mentally, without any idea of what he was getting into. In this book, he shares the profound experiences and insights gained from his pilgrimage and the journey itself. Memory gaps and curiosity prompted him to walk the path again thirteen years later. It quickly became clear that he would also report on the deep changes that the Camino has undergone in nearly every aspect since then. The result is an authentic and personal travelogue, complemented by comments and comparisons from today’s perspective.