One of my favorite photos on the Camino between Puente de la Reina and Estella.
A Moment on the Camino: Between Puente de la Reina and Estella
Walking the Camino de Santiago is more than a journey across northern Spain—it’s a series of unforgettable moments stitched together by landscapes, people, and quiet reflections. One of my most cherished memories comes from a stretch between Puente de la Reina and Estella, a region steeped in history and natural beauty.
The path winds through rolling hills, sun-drenched vineyards, and sleepy villages that seem untouched by time. Early morning mist hugged the ground as I walked, the silence broken only by the rhythmic crunch of gravel beneath my boots and the occasional birdsong echoing through the fields. It was in this stillness that I snapped one of my favorite photos—an image that captures the essence of the Camino.
In the photo, a narrow dirt path curves gently through golden fields, framed by low stone walls and clusters of olive trees. The early light casts a warm glow across the landscape, giving everything a painterly quality. A lone pilgrim walks ahead, their silhouette small but purposeful, symbolizing the quiet determination shared by all who walk this ancient road.
This stretch of the Camino invites reflection. Between the Romanesque beauty of Puente de la Reina’s bridge and the medieval charm of Estella, there’s a feeling that time slows down. Each step feels rooted in centuries of pilgrimage, and every breath taken is a reminder of simplicity and presence.
That photo now hangs framed on my wall. It reminds me not just of a beautiful place, but of the peace I felt in that moment—when the Camino felt infinite, and yet, completely mine. For anyone walking that road, I hope they find their own moment like that between Puente de la Reina and Estella—quiet, golden, and unforgettable.
