The Way of St. James: The Road to Santiago de Compostela
Follow the traces of St. James leading through Tyrol
One part of the St. James’ Way to Santiago de Compostela leads through the holiday region of Hohe Salve in Tyrol. Innumerous pilgrims choose this way to reach the grave of the Apostele St. James in Santiago de Compostela.
Between Tyrol and Santiago die Compostela lie 2.000 kilometres. Many pilgrims from all over Europe have taken this long and hard way on to reach the grave of the apostle St. James in Spain. The Way of St. James in Spain was the main traffic connection, which pilgrims used to reach the bones of the holy apostle in Santiago de Compostela in the middle Ages. Nowadays the Way of St. James experiences an unexpected renaissance.
The Way of St. James leading through Tyrol
Pieces of art from stone, written documents, insignia and the names of places are witness the steady stream of pilgrims. The history of the Way of St. James is also part of the history of Tyrol. Follow the tracks of these pilgrims and visit the Way of St. James in Tyrol. Follow your yearning for a new dawn and tighten your hiking boots.
The St. James’ Way: to Santiago de Compostela: self awareness step by step
If you are looking for inner calm and would like to free yourself from all the stresses of modern life while submerging yourself into nature, you will find the Way of St. James the right medium to find yourself. The inspiring exercise, the outer and inner calm and untouched nature blend into an uplifting experience. And when you return back to your Hotel Mariasteiner Hof at night, you will find new energy, strength and a wonderful night of sleep.
The Way of St. James runs through the holiday region of Hohe Salve, where your four star hotel Mariasteiner Hof is located. Send your non-binding online room enquiry to your hosts at the Mariastein hotel. And look forward to an inspiring walking tour along the Way of St. James.
