Pilgrimage or hiking?
From the idea to the journey... where do I start? To where? Can I do it? What do I take with me?
Is there a difference between pilgrimage and hiking?
You certainly can’t say that in general.
However, depending on the pilgrim's current life situation, pilgrimage can be an existential experience that sets things in motion in one's own life, activates dormant inner forces, and provides impetus for change. The external path also sets internal processes in motion.
So pilgrimage can change something - perhaps you become a little more the person you are inside.
The time after returning from a long pilgrimage should therefore not be underestimated. Many things that were thought, felt, and initiated need to be further considered, developments clarified, and decisions possibly implemented.
Time and energy are needed for this - and perhaps also a conversation partner who has had similar experiences.
Contact with a group of returned pilgrims could be a good way to do this.
Maybe also in our club.
Dates for networking and exchanging ideas
Carry it yourself or have luggage transported?
Yes, it certainly makes sense to carry your own luggage while on a pilgrimage. Many pilgrims consider it part of the experience to carry their own burdens and thus engage with the path and themselves.
It promotes a sense of independence and self-sufficiency. It can also help establish a deeper connection with the surroundings and the pilgrim community. Of course, the decision also depends on individual fitness and personal preferences.
However, if you feel well prepared, carrying your own luggage can be an enriching experience!
However, if you prefer to travel light, there is also a solution here.
Luggage transport with Olivier from Green Pack Trek-adventure
