Once you have gotten all relevant information and you have decided that the Circuit de l’Abbaye is what you want to undertake, the first step is to register here. Be careful if you register later in the season, as starting in the beginning of September many accommodation providers are closed.
Then, while your Pilgrim’s Kit is on its way, you can prepare according to the outline below.
Get physically fit
There are as many preparation and training methods as there are walkers. Here are a few suggestions to get you started. If long-distance walking is new to you, begin training 3 to 9 months in advance, at least 2 or 3 times per week, with your gear. Gradually increase your distance until you reach at least 15 km per day. On the Circuit, the average distance walked on a given day is 18 km, but there are also 25-km days. Read our Liability Waiver to familiarize yourself with the risks involved in long-distance walking.
Study the route
To benefit from your experience on the Circuit de l’Abbaye, we encourage you to study the route. Discover the different localization tools available, such as our interactive map.
Get equipped
To avoid injuries and ensure that your journey on the Circuit de l’Abbaye is an enjoyable one, it is important to be smartly equipped. There is no universal list: some will find that there are items missing from our list (below) while others will find that there is just too much. It is up to you to decide what you consider to be essential.