Spanish 3/4: Camino de Santiago: camino de Europa

El Camino de Santiago es una de las rutas de senderísmo más conocida en el mundo. Si estás pensado en hacerlo, este curso es ideal para ayudarte a planearlo y viajar con confianza. Este curso está dictado en español y podrás preparar tu viaje mientras practicas tu español. 

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  • Start Date: 20 Jun 2026
    End Date: 21 Jun 2026
    Sat-Sun (Daytime): 11:00 - 14:00
    In Person
    Location: Keeley Street
    Duration: 2 sessions
    Course Code: LSW25
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00
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Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00

What is the course about?

This course will be conducted in Spanish and will equip students with necessary knowledge and skills to plan and undertake a safe walk as well as practicing the language and learning more specialised vocabulary. This course is very much experiential, and it is based on the teacher and students' own experience and expectations of the Camino.

What will we cover?

1- Planning the camino:

  • Choosing the right camino and length
  • Training for the camino
  • Planning each day: kilometres and stages
  • Daily routine during the camino
  • Choosing the right equipment & packing wisely

2 - Walking the camino:

  • Finding your own pace and knowing your limitations
  • Being flexible
  • Discovering the spirit of the camino
  • Practicing the language & knowing the local culture and traditions
  • Keeping healthy & safe

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

– Geographically identify the different routes of the Camino and its main characteristics and peculiarities.

– Identify most popular routes of the Camino and stages (e.g. Camino Frances, Camino de la Plata, Camino del Norte, etc.)

– Identify main Health & Safety issues around the Camino

– Learn 3 or 4 main links and official organisations

– Learn and/or practice essential specialised vocabulary in Spanish related to the Camino

– Choose the main elements to pack/take with you

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Students should have an Intermediate/advanced level of Spanish (4-5 years of learning) and an interest in Spanish traditions and culture.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

The course is based on the tutor’s own resources.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Please ask your tutor or email languages@citylit.ac.uk.

Pablo Sanchez-Garcia

Pablo graduated from Valencia University with a BA in Geography and History and aTeaching Certificate (PGCE) He also has a Diploma in Teaching Foreign Languages (RSADipTFLA) and a Diploma in Museum Studies. On his arrival to the UK many years ago, He worked as a Spanish lecturer and visiting teacher at UCL, Middlesex University, University of Westminster, Kingston University, Open University, as well as in several Adult Education centres. He also taught Spanish A-levels and GCSE and he was Assistant Examiner for Edexel. During this time he also trained Foreign Language Teachers, Community Interpreters, and Bilingual Advocates. For several years he took some management positions. He was Spanish Coordinator and Head of Languages at City Lit, as well as Curriculum Manager for Adult Learning at South Thames College. He is currently teaching Spanish as a visiting lecturer at the London School of Economics, ESCP Business School, and City Lit. He is also a member of the Festival of Spanish Theatre in London, FesTelon, organising annual theatre productions in Spanish. On his spare time, Pablo develops his creative side by making silver jewellery.

Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.