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How to pack lightly for the Camino
Hiking the Camino is an unforgettable journey of adventure, reflection and personal growth. Your luggage and clothing should be the last thing on your mind. In collaboration with @camino_brothers_dk, Mads & Mikal, who walked from Saint Jean Pied de Port to Santiago, here are their tips and what they packed.
Why merino on the Camino
- Changing temperaturesThe Camino goes from cold mornings to hot afternoons and from lowlands to highlands. Merino keeps you warm when it is cold and cool when it is hot.
- Wicks moisture and dries quicklyThin merino layers can often dry overnight after washing. Drying time depends on the fabric, ventilation and humidity.
- Light and packs smallThin merino layers weigh little and take up little space, so you can pack fewer and lighter pieces.
- Less odour and fewer washesMerino wool does not develop odour as quickly as many other fabrics. Often, airing it is enough between wears.
- Soft against your skinFine merino fibres bend easily against the skin. The fabric feels soft and can be worn directly on the body.
What Mads & Mikal packed
One set on the body, one in the pack, and a warm layer for the evenings. Everything washed in a sink along the way.
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Tops
See all productsSee all productsTwo 135 T-shirts and one long-sleeved 135. Wear one, air or rinse the other.
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A warm layer
See all productsSee all productsThe zip neck for cold mornings in the Pyrenees and evenings in the albergue.
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Socks and underwear
See all productsSee all productsMerino socks for 20 to 30 km a day, and underwear that can be worn several days between washes.
The road to Santiago
Mads & Mikal's account in three parts: the preparations, 29 days on the road, and coming home.
LOOW AMBASSADOR
Mads & Mikal@camino_brothers_dkIt's invaluable to put on clothes every morning that you know will withstand the day's stage, no matter what it brings. Wool doesn't smell, regulates temperature, and is both comfortable to wear and looks good.Meet Mads
LOOW STORIES
The road to Santiago - Part 2
"The signs along the route now show less than 100 kilometers to Santiago, and we have been on the road continuously for 29 days."
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The road to Santiago - Part 3
"The Camino will forever be a memory of ultimate freedom, simple living, and peace in both body and soul. Time stands still on the Camino."
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Before you go
Need personal advice? Email wool@loow.com.
How do I wash merino on the go?
Rinse in a sink with cool water and a little wool detergent if you have it, squeeze gently in a towel and hang to dry. Thin layers can often dry overnight, depending on ventilation and humidity. Avoid wringing. See the care guide.
How many T-shirts for the whole Camino?
Two, plus one long-sleeved. Wear one, rinse the other in the evening; it is dry by morning. Merino develops odour slowly, so you rarely need more.
Which size should I choose?
Use the size guide on the product page. Some models use unisex sizes 1-10. Where garment measurements are provided, compare with clothing that fits you well. All guides are collected on the size guides page.
Can I try the clothes and return them?
WOOL Club members can try clothing for 30 days, including wearing and washing. Unused items have a 365-day return policy. Returns and exchanges are free from Denmark and the EU. See our return terms.