MEC Camino Portuguese Presentation
September 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
10$
Location: MEC Victoria, 1450 Government St. Victoria, BC.
Date: Saturday Sept 19, 2026
Time: 7 PM – 8 PM
Cost $10.00
Participants must register to attend. [registration coming soon]
CCoP Victoria chapter will be presenting a session on Camino Portugues at MEC Victoria.
MEC will be providing a 15% discount for all attendees that can be used in store within 7 days of this event. There will also be a prize draw for attendees at the end of the evening 50% of the proceeds will be donated to assist donativo based Albergues.
The Camino Português (Portuguese Way) is a historic pilgrimage route and the second most popular Camino de Santiago walking routes that end in Santiago de Compostela in Spain where the Cathedral of Santiago is believed to hold the remains of St. James the Apostle. The trail can start either from Porto (260 km) or Lisbon (610 km) or other points along the way, with the Porto-to-Santiago section being one of the most popular choices and there is the option of using the inland or the coastal route to the fabled city of Santiago, Spain.
Along the way, pilgrims encounter centuries-old churches, monasteries, Roman roads, local cafés and welcoming communities, while enjoying the distinctive Portuguese and Galician landscapes. The journey combines culture, nature, personal reflection, and camaraderie, culminating at the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. It is more than just a walk, it is a journey that blends history, culture, and personal discovery into an unforgettable experience.
Whether someone walks for spiritual reasons, cultural curiosity, exercise, adventure, or the joy of slow travel, the Camino Português is ultimately about embracing the rhythm of the journey and discovering something new about the world and yourself.