"Many pilgrims travel alone. Often a pilgrim may begin the journey alone and meet compatible walking companions along the way. Companions can change day by day for many reasons. One pilgrim may desire to stay at a particular place for a longer time and the others may continue. New pilgrims are met and new walking groups are formed all the time.
Walking alone is entirely acceptable and safe. Even for single females. Let me say that again. It is perfectly safe for a woman to walk the entire Camino alone if she so desires. There is a special aura surrounding the Camino and all who walk upon it. People who live in the area will leave you alone unless you seek out conversation or need help with some problem.
I walked my second Camino by myself. But I was not alone. I found people to talk with, eat with, and share side trips. Of course, common sense must prevail when traveling alone. Keep a low profile and stick to the task of completing the Camino. You will not have problems."
Powell, Cheri. Seven Tips to Make the Most of the Camino de Santiago. 2nd Ed. Louisville, Kentucky: R. C. Linnell Publishing. 2013
I related to this book especially well because of all the up-to-date and practical information and recommendations the author gives. In particular, one sentence she wrote resonates with me, "The Camino was calling and I knew I had to go." I look forward to a good Camino. I have Nordic walking sticks, some great shoes by Salomon in the colour "pistachio," ibuprophen, an analgesic rub prescription, neoprene knee supports, a pilgrim hat, and various other necessities, real and imagined!
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