Even in the glorious environs of northern spain where you will be walking the camino de santiago you will encounter rain and wet ground so you need your shoes to be waterproof.
Walking the camino in sandals.
Of course all of those on the list are designed to be so but some have extra precautions such as specially designed tongues so check them carefully for the best.
I walked the camino portugese from porto to santiago last october 12 days.
I wore keens and by the 6th day for the last few hours the balls of my feet were killing me.
The secondary shoes you bring on the camino are almost as important as your hiking shoes.
They can be worn around town and for shopping runs once you get settled into the albergue or hotel.
Tips before choosing the right shoes for walking the camino.
They are what you switch to when you are done walking for the day and to let your feet breathe.
Thankfully by morning they felt better.
Choosing the right shoes for walking the camino de santiago can make a big difference in your camino experience.
It is vital for you to evaluate the following factors to avoid discomfort in your feet and to be able to accomplish your camino.
As the terrain keeps changing and your shoes become exposed to different weather conditions.
Walking the camino you will be perfectly comfortable in a pair of sports trainers but make sure they are of a good sporting brand and are designed for heavy duty walking.