BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//XirCammini - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:XirCammini X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://xircammini.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for XirCammini REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Malta BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250205T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250205T210000 DTSTAMP:20241015T091922Z CREATED:20240921T214935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T091922Z UID:5640-1738782000-1738789200@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Mamma Mia to Love Monument Loop DESCRIPTION:Mamma Mia to Love Monument Loop | P316 |  Level: Easy | Meeting Place: Mamma Mia Ta Xbiex | Mamma Mia Ta Xbiex \, Gzira\, Sliema\, St Julians URL:https://xircammini.org/event/lovemonument/ LOCATION:Mamma Mia Ta Xbiex\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/LoveMonument.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250201T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250201T170000 DTSTAMP:20241015T091615Z CREATED:20240921T214935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T091615Z UID:5639-1738418400-1738429200@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Fish tail loop DESCRIPTION:Fish tail loop | P315 |  Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Ghadira Vecchia Napoli car park | Ghadira | Red Tower |Cirkewwa | Armier| Ghadira URL:https://xircammini.org/event/fishtailloop/ LOCATION:Ghadira Vecchia Napoli car park\, Malta CATEGORIES:Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/9-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250129T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250129T210000 DTSTAMP:20241010T034851Z CREATED:20240921T214935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T034851Z UID:5637-1738177200-1738184400@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Kalkara | 3 Cities Loop DESCRIPTION:Kalkara | 3 Cities Loop | P314 | Level: Easy / Mod | Meeting Place: Isla Gate car park | Kalkara Parish Church | 3 Cities Looping back to Kalkara URL:https://xircammini.org/event/kalkara/ LOCATION:Isla Gate car park\, Malta CATEGORIES:Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/WhatsApp-Image-2023-07-26-at-16.23.20-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126 DTSTAMP:20241017T090222Z CREATED:20240921T214934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T090222Z UID:5636-1737763200-1737849599@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli Apostoli 60AD (25km walk) DESCRIPTION:Sancti Pauli 60 AD | P313 | Level: Mod | We park in Rabat and tranport takes us to the start of the walk near Selmun Castle | https://www.SanctiPauli.mt \nFollow this link to register for the event. \nTraining for a Camino? Or re-uniting with Camino buddies from a previous walk? Why don’t you join us on the 1-day\, 25km\, Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli? \nWe meet alongside the Domus Romana\, Rabat opposite the Rabat Cemetery and Paristyle (https://maps.app.goo.gl/M6KPXyJz6ujyoGFe7) for a 07:30 departure by coach. Please arrive earlier to park your cars so that we depart at 07:30 sharp. \nTransport will take us to Selmun so that we commence our walk towards St. Paul’s islands and around Xemxija\, St Paul’s Bay\, Burmarrad / San Pawl Milqi continuing through to Mdina and Rabat. \nCost: Transport\, Credencial and Testimonium Euros 10 | Credencial and Testimonium (excluding transport Euros 6). \nFollow this link to register for the event. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/sanctipauli/ LOCATION:https://maps.app.goo.gl/P7JJ7muwuCJTwobV6\, Rabat\, Andorra CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Local Event,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sancti-Pauli.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120 DTSTAMP:20241127T093832Z CREATED:20240921T214934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T093832Z UID:5634-1737072000-1737331199@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Melita Mariana DESCRIPTION:Melita Mariana | P311 | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Tas Silg Marsaxlokk | 2 days in Malta\, 1 day in Gozo \nTraining for a Camino? Or re-uniting with Camino buddies from a previous walk? Why don’t you join us on the 3-day Melita Mariana? Journey over land and sea in Malta and Gozo from the Southeast Punic harbour of Marsaxlokk (starting at tas-Silg) to the Northwest village of Gharb (ending at Santwarju ta’ Pinu) on this 3-day Marian Camino. \nThe route commences in Marsaxlokk (Tas-Silg Sanctuary or Pompei Parish church) and continues\, over 2 days\, through Rabat and Mdina to the Sanctuary of Our Lady in Mellieha\, visiting various Marian devotions throughout the ages in Malta. On the 3rd day pilgrims walk from Ghajnsielem (Our Lady of Loreto and Our Lady of Lourdes\, through Qala (Immaculate Conception)\, the Citadel (Santa Maria) towards Ta Pinu Sanctuary in the limits of Gharb. \nWe will park our cars in Mellieha and transport will take us to tas-Silg to commence the Melita Mariana Camino. \nInterested? Please follow this links to register. Please choose the option below to register: \n\n3-day Camino (Fri – Sun) link: Includes (a.) transport from Mellieha to tas-Silg (b.) 1 night accommodation (17th to 18th Jan) in Rabat with dinner and breakfast. (we walk to our cars once in Mellieha). (c.) transport in Gozo from Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary back to Mgarr Harbour. (Note: We are not including accommodation between 18th and 19th Jan before departing to Gozo). Cost: € 75 for twin-sharing basis accommodation and € 90 for single supplement.\n2-Day | Malta Segment only (Fri – Sat) Link: (a.) transport from Mellieha to tas-Silg (b.) 1 night accommodation (17th to 18th Jan) in Rabat with dinner and breakfast. (we walk to our cars once in Mellieha). Cost: € 65 for twin-sharing basis accommodation and € 80 for single supplement.\n1-Day Camino | Gozo Segment link: € 10 per person\, covering transport back to Cirkewwa or € 5 per person without transport.\n\nAll options include a Credencial\, testimonium and camino leaders. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/melitaemariana/ LOCATION:Tas Silg Marsaxlokk\, Malta CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Local Event,Melitæ Mariana,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/melitae-mariana.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250112 DTSTAMP:20241002T122130Z CREATED:20240212T130726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T122130Z UID:5039-1735257600-1736639999@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Sri Lanka | FULLY BOOKED DESCRIPTION:Sri Lanka 2024/5\nNote: XirCammini is not a travel agent or tour operator. These itineraries are put together / purchased from licensed travel agencies and/or IATA ticketing agent/s and/or tour operators and are open only to XirCammini members. To register for the event please follow this link. \n \nIn Dec 2024/ Jan 2025 we are immersing ourselves in this 14-day excursion\, merging history\, culture\, ancient spirituality and outdoor adventure: \n \nWhen: We leave Malta on 27th December 2024 morning and return on 11th January 2025. \nWhere: The complete holiday will be in Sri Lanka.  Our last day and night will be in the picturesque Mount Lavinia with its sprawling beaches (a paradise on the mainland). \n \nWhat: Highlights of this hiking adventure: \n\nNegombo (https://fb.watch/pSpQl0hYRp/): A Dutch colonial village renown for the sight\, scent and sound of its fish market. The shouts of\nvendors\, the rich ocean aroma\, and the colorful array of seafood create an authentic and lively atmosphere.\nDambulla (https://fb.watch/pSpRFzjU0W/): The cave temples’ complex; a Unesco Heritage Site. Cave entrance ticket is included. There are five caves (shrine rooms) in Dambulla temple. All these caves are full of statues depicting various personifications of Buddha throughout the ages. There are 150 Buddha images in these caves. Cave No. 5 (the last in order) has no historical value as it was done in the second decade of this century. All the other caves contain statues and paintings representing various epochs of Sinhalese sculpture and paintings. The early paintings of Dambulla are\nbelieved by some to belong to the 8th century A.C.\nPinawala Elephant Orphanage https://fb.watch/pSqhDpLcIb/\nMinneriya National Park (4×4 safari). The Minneriya National Park is famous for its herds of elephants migrating for food\, water\, and shelter\, and forming a ‘gathering’ that can be witnessed by the visitors. The dry season is the best time to visit this place\, as the majestic elephants migrate to the Minneriya Tank for water. Apart from elephants\, the national park is also home to several mammals\, birds\, reptiles\, and different kinds of plant species. Minneriya National Park comes under the dry zone\, meaning\, it receives less rainfall compared to the other areas in the country.\nHike to Sigiriya Mount Fortress (Unessco Heritage Site) (https://fb.watch/pSpTrbZn7r/): Entrance ticket included. Sigiriya Rock Fortress declared a world heritage site by UNESCO\, Sigiriya serves as a fine example of ancient urban planning. Sigiriya is a significant site of the Cultural Triangle and perhaps Sri Lanka’s most iconic historical destination. The site\, also known as Lion Rock\, is recognized all over the world for the remains of the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress and its numerous enchanting and well-preserved attractions. The complex hydraulics system at the fortress enhances the site’s reputation as a beautiful example of classical city planning. The fortress complex\, constructed in the 5th century\, includes attractions such as the royal gardens\, one of the oldest landscaped gardens in the world\, and the Mirror Wall\, which is adorned with ancient graffiti. The highlight of the fortress is the colourful frescoes painted on the western face of the rock; it is believed that there were initially 500 such frescoes\, but merely around 22 of them remain today.\nWhite water rafting in Kitugala\, included in the price (the site where the David Niven Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed) https://fb.watch/pSqrbQ0INw/\nNew Year’s Eve celebrations in Kandy (https://fb.watch/pSqdEvWPCc/). In Kandy we will also visit the Botanical Gardens. The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (https://fb.watch/pSqnRtU1bu/)\, alongside Adam’s Peak\, is considered one of the holiest places in Sri Lanka and is an important pilgrimage destination. The golden-roofed temple is supposedly home to a tooth of Buddha and during the pooja\, the time of offering and prayers\, tourists as well as religious followers can inspect the gold casket in which it is guarded. The temple itself is in the royal palace complex\, which encompasses several temples and museums.\nHike to Meemure rain forest https://fb.watch/pSpXtIs5E2/ (including a night in mud huts) and Trek to Nawarathna waterfall\, Sooriya Arana water ponds\, trekking / exploration of Nitro cave Exploration\,  Heengaga River and the 7 Waterfalls. Meemure is one of the most remote villages in Sri Lanka with the only access via a 14 km (8.7 mi) trail from the town of Loolwatte. Meemure is well nourished by water as their evergreen rain forest. This is a village in Sri Lanka with a population of about 400 and it’s located near the border between Kandy District and Matale District in the Knuckles\nMountain Range.\nNuwara Eliya\, a city tour of this British colonial town and the tree plantations. We also climb Mount Kirigalpoththa (https://fb.watch/pSq3hqm6Ot/) and trek to World’s end at Horton Plains (https://fb.watch/pSq0drl7UI/). Kirigalpoththa mountain is the second tallest in Sri Lanka and the tallest of the mountains in the island whose summits are open to hikers.  Horton Plains is located on a high windswept saddle at about 7\,000 ft (2134 mt.) elevation. The awesome escarpment drops vertically for about 4\,000 feet; hence its name was given. Sri Lanka’s highest plateau 7200 ft above sea level in the central mountain country. This ‘Fen” is a very scenic region with an astounding variety of scenery from mountains to grasslands\, from marshes to trout streams. Sri Lanka’s best flavoured high grown teas are grown in the surrounding areas. Spectacular view from ‘Worlds End’ where the plateau plunges a thousand feet in a straight sheer drop. Cool and bracing climate\, and very good hiking country. Distinctive flora (many English field flowers grow on the plains) colourful butterflies and many rare highland birds.\nA scenic train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. In Ella we visit Ella Gap\, 09 Arch Bridge and the Namunukula Mountain Range and we will also walk the Flying Ravana Mega Zipline. https://fb.watch/pSqjQPGBSi/ . Ella Gap\, Ella is everyone’s favourite hill-country village and the place to ease off the travel accelerator and enjoy the stunning panoramic views. On a clear night one can even see the subtle glow of the Great Basses lighthouse on Sri\nLanka’s south coast. Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka’s scenic highlands\, the Nine Arch Bridge in Ella is an architectural marvel. This colonial-era railway bridge\, constructed entirely of bricks and cement\, stands majestically amidst emerald tea fields and misty hills. Visitors are enchanted by the picturesque blend of history and nature\, making it a perfect spot for photography\, leisurely walks\, and witnessing the timeless charm of trains passing over this iconic structure. Namunukula\, at 2\,035m\, is the 12th highest mountain in Sri Lanka and its name is emanating from its nine peaks.\n4×4 Safari in Yala. Yala National Park\, a wildlife paradise in Sri Lanka. Embark on an exhilarating safari adventure through its vast wilderness\, where untamed nature and diverse ecosystems flourish.  Majestic elephants\, elusive leopards\, colourful bird species\, and a myriad of other fascinating creatures call this  their natural habitat. Traverse through lush forests\, tranquil lakes\, and golden savannahs\, immersing yourself in the raw beauty of this enchanting sanctuary. https://fb.watch/pSq63mcDlT/\nTrekking in the Sinharaja rain forest https://fb.watch/pSq7SRYNqU/ and https://fb.watch/pSqtvC95l2/. Sinharaja\, Sri Lanka’s tropical rainforest\, is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. The Sinharaja forest\, which is situated 30 km from Galle\, covers an area of 8\,900 hectares and is one of the few virgin forests left in the world. The forest covers a series of mountains and ridges rising abruptly from 90m to 1170m above mean sea level. The\nSinharaja forest includes streams\, springs\, rivers\, and waterfalls\, and is home to leopards\, deer\, monkeys\, butterflies\, and a variety of trees\, shrubs\, and medicinal herbs are also found within the forest. The Sinharaja forest is unique because it is the only location in Sri Lanka where the altitude changes within one kilometre in an area measuring 01 km from east to west. This factor has contributed to the amazing variety of species of fauna and flora\, a significant mammal population and several species of birds and reptiles.\nBalapitiya River Cruise through the mangrooves of Balapitiya and also visiting Cinnamon island (for which Sri Lanka is famous).\nGalle Fort. We will also be stopping for some time in Galle\, with its Portugues bastions reminiscent of those in Malta\, where history and culture from Sri Lanka\, Colonial Portugal and Holland fuse together.\nMount Lavinia. https://fb.watch/pSqaHG4M4m/ Mount Lavinia is known as the Golden Mile of beaches. However\, it also shares a history with Malta – Sir Thomas Maitland – who was Governor of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) from 1805 to 1811 and of Malta from 1815 to 1823 – lived in Mount Lavinia when in Ceylon. Aparently the name is derived from Lovina\, the name of a half-cast (Sinhalese-Portugues) lady with whom he fell in love there. We will also enjoy our final dinner on the beach in Mount Lavinia.\n\nHow Much?: \nThe overall contribution per member is: Euros  3\,375 per person (in twin / double room sharing). A non-refundable deposit of Euros 875 required when registering. In case there are already groups of 3 persons interested in sharing a triple together\, a lower contribution applies. Please note that – although – Euros 3\,375 includes the return flights\, we would be instructing members to purchase the air ticket separately\, directly from a pre-appointed travel agency that is kindly providing XirCammini members with a preferential price. The overall contribution includes: \n\nReturn air tickets with 30kg luggage allowance. (Although the above contribution includes also the air ticket cost\, each of us will be purchasing these separately\, directly from the chosen IATA travel agent that provided us with the preferential price)\nAccommodation mostly in 4* hotel other than when we are trekking in Meemure area and sleeping in mud-huts\nAll breakfasts and dinners\nA coach\, driver and licensed and experienced guide with us at all times plus licensed trekking guides in each locality on the trekking days\nEntrance fee to Dambulla\n4×4 Safari in Minneriya\nSigiriya Fortress Mount entrance\nWhite-water rafting in Kitigula\nNew Year’s Dinner in a Colonial Heritage Building that is now a hotel in Kandy\nEntrance to the Temple of the Tooth\nIn Meemure (at the campsite) we will also include lunch (in addition to breakfast and dinner)\nScenic Train-ride\nMega Ravana Zipline\n4×4 Safari in Yala\nRiver cruise in Balapitiya\nTrekking leader from Malta\nTraining in Malta to prepare for trekking days\n\nHow many?: We are aiming to have a group of 20 persons. \nOther important info: \n1.) Please check vaccine requirements well ahead of time: https://healthservices.gov.mt/en/phc/pchyhi/Pages/Travel-Vaccination.aspx \nTo register please follow this link. A non-refundable deposit of Euros 875 is required when registering. \nLooking forward to hearing from you and to having you with us | Sincerely … James & Tucc URL:https://xircammini.org/event/sri-lanka-open-only-to-xircammini-members/ LOCATION:Sri Lanka\, Sri Lanka CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241215T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241215T143000 DTSTAMP:20241125T103720Z CREATED:20241125T101854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T103720Z UID:6020-1734253200-1734273000@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Zurrieq | Nigret | Wied Bassasa Loop & Kazinata | Inner Harbour Charity Event DESCRIPTION:Please register by following this link. \nDear all\, \nIt’s that time of year to be merry and also to think more of others. \nInner Harbour Area Charity Event\nAs in previous years we are also collecting goodies for the inner harbour area charity event that we support each year. We will collect these from you during this event on 15th Dec to deliver to the Bormla Parish on 17th December. This is an initiative driven by John Darmanin. Thank you John. \nHow does the Charity Event Work?\nWe do not collect money. We ask each of you (this is entirely voluntary) to set aside + – Eur20 and you use them to purchase some items\, typically 1 item of babyware (i.e. bag of nappies? baby bath-products?)\, 1 item of sanitary-ware (i.e. soap\, talcum powder\, shampoo or sanitary pads for young adoloscents) and an item or two of non-parishable food (i.e. a few tins of food or packets of e.g. UHT milk or juice). Please avoid perishables as well as e.g. pasta and rice due to weavil. \nThen on the 15th Dec (or ask us to collect them before if you cannot join us on the 15th Dec) we collect the bag of goodies from you. Volunteers from XirCammini will deliver them on the 17th Dec to the Bormla Parish Group volunteers to distribute them to families in need in the Inner Harbour Area. \nIf any one can help us deliver the bags to the Bormla Parish Group on the 17th Dec evening please contact John Darmanin directly. \nWalk & Kazinata on the 15th Dec\nOn the 15th Dec we will meet in Zurrieq at 09:00 a.m. next to the Golden statue of Sta. Katerina as one is entering the village (Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dbumu1BSBWnte9uX6) \nBring your Charity bags with you and we will load them in the cars of James Portelli and John Darmanin and we set off on our trek that mornining. \nFrom there we’ll walk to the Xarolla windmill\, Hal Far Road direction\, Bubaqra\, Wied Bassasa\, Munqar / Nigret and descend to Zurrieq Village core for a Kazinata at Queen Victoria Band Club in the Parish square at 12:30. \nPlease Register | A small thank you from XirCammini\nIf you are interested in joining the Kazinata please register by following this link. We are collecting Eur 8 from each person to cover the cost of finger food  and incidentals. All persons joining us for the Kazinata will also receive a XirCammini fabric\, string bag that costs more than the Eur 8 contribution. \nYou can also invite your family or friends to the walk and Kazinata (provided that a contribution is paid per person). \nPlease register by following this link. \n  URL:https://xircammini.org/event/zurrieq-nigret-wied-bassasa-loop-kazinata-harbour-charity-event/ LOCATION:Zurrieq | Wied Bassasa Loop & Kasinata\, Queen Victoria band Club\, Malta CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Eating,Local Event,Social Event,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Tote-bag.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241124 DTSTAMP:20241125T112713Z CREATED:20230905T175842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T112713Z UID:4210-1732320000-1732406399@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Universal Peace Walk 1543AD / Camino Maltes (28km or 36km walk) | Registration required) DESCRIPTION:IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE WALK AND WISH TO ORDER THE CERTIFICATE / TESTIMONIUM PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM: \nCamino Maltes | Universal Peace Walk Certificate Order FormPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail * \n completed following Please\n \n \n Mobile PhoneI have completed the following walkUniversal Peace WalkCamino MaltesI have completed the walk onPlease add the time in DD/MM/YYYY format.Please mail the certificate to (Address:):GDPR Agreement *I consent to having this website store my submitted information so they can respond to my inquiry.Submit \n  \nUniversal Peace Walk 1543AD / Camino Maltes (28km or 36km walk) | Registration required) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: To be advised | P262 \nClose to the winter feast of St. Catherine\, we will be holding the \n\nCamino Maltes from St. Paul’s Catacombs\, Rabat (where Don Juan Benegas de Cordoba lived) to Fort St Angelo\, Birgu (36km) and/or\, within it\, the\nUniversal Peace Walk 1543AD from Citta’ Notabile (Mdina) to le Terre di Santa Caterina (Zejtun) (28km) in the footsteps of Bishop Domenico Cubelles.\n\nCost including transport\, guidebook (with incorporated Universal Peace Walk Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 12 per person. \nCost exluding transport but including guidebook (with incorporated Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 8 per person. \nYou can register by following this link. \nThe Walk\nThe .gpx routes for each walk are available here: \n1.) Camino Maltes (Malta segment) de Santiago de Compostela \n2.) Universal Peace Walk 1543AD \nWe offer 1-way transport for those who require it. \nFor those who require transport please \n1.) If for the Camino Maltes: park close to Cafe Riche\, Birgu (https://maps.app.goo.gl/HUNi1srh5AKzYQmT6) for a 07:00 a.m. departure by coach \n2.) for the Universal Peace Walk: please park close to St. Gregory’s church in Zejtun so that the birgu transport will collect you at 07:15 a.m. \nand all of us would proceed to Rabat / Mdina to commence the respective walks; 08:00 from St Paul’s Catacombs and 08:15 from Mdina Cathedral Square. \nCost including transport\, guidebook (with incorporated Universal Peace Walk Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 12 per person. \nCost exluding transport but including guidebook (with incorporated Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 8 per person. \nPlease follow this link to register. Payment is non-refundable. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-maltes-universal-peace-walk-1543ad/ LOCATION:St Paul’s Catacombs\, Rabat or Cathedral Square Mdina (read text above)\, Rabat / Mdina\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Camino-Maltes-Logo-web.png ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241116T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241116T170000 DTSTAMP:20241002T120804Z CREATED:20230905T175839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T120804Z UID:4208-1731765600-1731776400@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Paradise Bay | Fomm Qammiegh Loop DESCRIPTION:Paradise Bay | Fomm Qammiegh Loop | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Paradise Bay Carpark | P303 URL:https://xircammini.org/event/paradise-bay-fomm-qammiegh-loop-4/ LOCATION:Paradise Bay Carpark\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/20211003_102449-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241109T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241109T170000 DTSTAMP:20241002T120536Z CREATED:20230905T175837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T120536Z UID:4206-1731160800-1731171600@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Manikata | Pilgrim Trail Loop DESCRIPTION:Manikata Church Carpark / Pwales /Pilgrim Trail / Mizieb Valley / Majjistral / Manikata | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Manikata Church Carpark | P301 URL:https://xircammini.org/event/manikata-pilgrim-trail-loop-4/ LOCATION:Manikata Church Carpark\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Sancti-Pauli-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241102T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241102T160000 DTSTAMP:20241028T080842Z CREATED:20230905T175835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T080842Z UID:4204-1730534400-1730563200@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Full Day Comino FULLY BOOKED DESCRIPTION:Full Day Comino | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Cirkewwa CarPark | P299 \nSORRY THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED \nWe will meet in Cirkewwa car park (near the kiosk (https://maps.app.goo.gl/f747ccSvvoJUvA9bA). \nDeparting from Malta to Comino at 08:00 a.m. we will walk the perimeter of the island stopping next to the chapel\, a cave with a pool\, Sta Maria Battery and Sta Maria Tower. \nA contribution of €12 per person (to cover boat transport snd general admin costs) is requested to reserve your place. The contribution is only refundable if the event is cancelled (e.g. due to inclement weather). \nInterested? Please follow this link to complete the application and pay. Thank you. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/full-day-comino-2/ LOCATION:Cirkewwa CarPark\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/20211031_105511-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241026T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241026T170000 DTSTAMP:20241002T120036Z CREATED:20230905T175833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T120036Z UID:4202-1729951200-1729962000@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Torri l-Ahmar and Ahrax DESCRIPTION:Torri l-Ahmar and Ahrax | Level: Mod. | Meeting Place: Ghadira parking place\, near the public toilets | P297 \nThis event will be led by Tanyo Pisani. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/torri-l-ahmar-and-ahrax/ LOCATION:Ghadira parking place\, near the public toilets\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/9-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241023T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241023T210000 DTSTAMP:20241002T115948Z CREATED:20230905T175832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T115948Z UID:4201-1729710000-1729717200@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Qrendi | Hagar Qim Loop DESCRIPTION:Qrendi /Hagar Qim / towards Triq il-Wied / return to Qrendi. | Level: Mod. | Meeting Place: Maqluba church | P296 \nThis event will be led by Tanyo Pisani. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/qrendi-hagar-qim-loop-2/ LOCATION:Maqluba church\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/4.14-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027 DTSTAMP:20240824T160706Z CREATED:20240820T120131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T160706Z UID:5529-1729555200-1729987199@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Cammino di San Antioco\, Sardegna | Malta Geographical Society DESCRIPTION:XirCammini is a membership-based\, not-for-profits\, non-denominational and non-sectarian association open to all who support its aims\, primarily focused on generating interest in heritage\, faith\, cultural and/or green tourism. We are registered with the Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations. More information about XirCammini is available on our website: https://xircammini.org/ \nXirCammini is neither a travel agency nor tour operator. We offer these overseas hiking experiences to XirCammini members and members of similar/affiliated hiking organisations in conjunction with licensed tourism entities and/or not-for-profit hiking organisations with whom we collaborate. \nWe are pleased to team up with Malta Geographical Society for this event. \nInterested? \n\nRead this brochure for more info: Information Pack\nOr follow this link to apply: Registration form.\n\nWhen you complete the registration form and proceed to “check-out” you will be asked to complete some simple details (i.e. name\, surname\, email address and mobile number) and you will not be asked to pay at check-out. You would subsequently receive an order form (with your reference number) and IBAN details to settle the deposit due. Please pay only the deposit (i.e. Euros 150 for twin sharing applicants and Euros 210 for single supplement applicants). Please note that deposits would be used to secure reservations and would be non-refundable. Thank you. \n \n  URL:https://xircammini.org/event/cammino-di-san-antioco-sardegna-malta-geographical-society/ LOCATION:San Antioco | Sardegna\, Italy CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/20230501_131047-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241013 DTSTAMP:20231014T085139Z CREATED:20231014T084213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T085139Z UID:4603-1728086400-1728777599@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia DESCRIPTION:Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia | Level: Mod |  P292 \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBecause of the overwhelming response to the Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia in February 2024\, we are running this event again in October 2024. \nThe Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia is the 2nd segment of the Camino Maltés de Santiago de Compostela and takes us from Caltagirone (Citta’ Jacopea to Sanctuary of St. James in Capizzi). \n   \nWe fly to Sicily on 5th October 2024 (flights to be advised) and transfer from the airport to Caltagirone\, a World Heritage city. \n   \nCaltagirone is the Citta Jacopea and the start of the Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia. Etymologically\, the name Caltagirone is derived from Arabic qalʿat al-jirār (قلعة الجرار) meaning \,castle of pottery jars’ underlining how far back the pottery tradition goes in this town. Numerous archaeological finds date back to the 2nd millennium BC. In 1030 Arabs built a castle in Caltagirone to fend off attacks by the Byzantine general George Maniakes accompanied by Ligurian allies.  Traces of Ligurian language still exist in the local dialect. \nThe main attractions of the city are the 142-step monumental Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte\, built from 1608 in the old part of the town and the Church of St James the Elder. \n   \nWe will commence the Camino di San Giacomo from the church of St. James and our itinerary over the following days is as follows: \nDay 1 of walking: Caltagirone – San Michele Ganzaria – Mirabella Mbaccari. Distance: 19km with approximate altitude differences of + 260 m/ – 300 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \nDay 2 of walking: Mirabella Mbaccari – Piazza Armerina. Distance: 21km with approximate altitude differences of + 500 m/ – 300 m. Level: Moderate. \nDay 3 of walking: Piazza Armerina – Valguarnera Caro Pepe. Distance: 19km with approximate altitude differences of + 300 m/ – 380 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \nDay 4 of walking: Valguarnera – Assoro. Distance: 25km with approximate altitude differences of + 980 m/ – 680 m. Level: Moderate to Difficult (because of ascent). \nDay 5 of walking: Assoro – Nissoria – Nicosia. Distance: 25km with approximate altitude differences of + 630 m/ – 680 m. Level: Moderate. \nDay 6 of walking: Nicosia – Capizzi. Distance: 17km with approximate altitude differences of + 680 m/ – 330 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \nIn Capizzi we are now in the Province of Messina and close to Cerami\, the site of the famous Norman Battle against the Arabs with the legend of St George as the Matamoros assisting the greatly outnumbered Normans to vistory. Both Ptolemy and Cicero mention Capitum\, Capizzi precursor and it appears that the town had considerable importance during Hellenistic and Roman times together with Haluntium (present-day San Marco d’ Alunzio). \nCapizzi is renown for the Sanctuary of St James the Elder and for the feast of the Saint every year in July. The statue of St. James the Elder is carried on the shoulders by the Capitini making stops in the various churches. During the procession the  “Wall of Miracles” is demolished. We’ll learn of the Legends surrounding the “Wall of Miracles” during our Cammino. \nThe contribution for this event is Euros 625 per person and includes hotel / B&B accommodation mostly on bed and breakfast basis (last couple of nights on half-board)\, airport (coach) transfers\, daily coach and baggage transfers during our 7-day stay and a Pilgrim Kit (with Credencial\, Cammino-Patch\, teeshirt and Testimonium) and assistance car during our trekking. The cost does not include flights. \nTo register please follow this link and pay the deposit of Euros 225. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/cammino-di-san-giacomo-in-sicilia-3/ LOCATION:Sicily\, Italy CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Sicily.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002 DTSTAMP:20240416T180124Z CREATED:20230905T175730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T180124Z UID:4172-1727136000-1727827199@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Camino Norte (last week from Terra Che) DESCRIPTION:Camino Norte (last week from Terra Che) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Spain \n\n\n\n1.)   Summary | Contribution\nThe last week of the Camino Norte\, from Villalba\, in the province of Lugo\, to Santiago de Compostela is approximately 110km | A non-refundable deposit of €195 is requested to reserve your place. The total contribution per XirCammini member (including the deposit) is €695 and this covers \n\nAirport transfers from Porto Airport to the first accommodation in Spain and from the last accommodation in Spain to Porto Airport\nOther local transport\nDaily baggage transfers (max 10 kg cabin bag per person)\nAccommodation in twin / double sharing accommodation on B&B basis. A choice of accommodations include Casa / Hotel Rural\, pensions and a monastery.\n3 dinners.\nCredencial\, assistance in obtaining the Compostela certificate.\n\n \nThe camino is spread on 5 walking days walking days and due to the inavilability of choice accommodation\, other than donativos and municipal albergues at various etapas\, we have included multiple nights in the some accommodations and daily person transfers. Thank you. \nPlease follow this link to register your interest. Do not pay anything at this stage. A non-refundable deposit of €195 will be requested once we have the required minimum number of persons interested: \n2.)   Flights\nFlight information is as follows. Do not book before we confirm that we have the required minimum number of persons registered / interested to join: \nOutgoing: FR1509 Malta – Porto on 24th September and \nIncoming: FR1510 Porto – Malta 1st October \n \n3.)   Important Notes\nXirCammini is not a tour operator or travel agent. We are a not-for-profits\, membership-based association registered in Malta with the Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations (VO: 1646). This explains why our pricing is some 15% – 30% lower than that of other organisations and generally offers more\, i.e. our walks are not self-guided (although one can walk part or all of the way on their own). We set off as a group with a group leader from among our members who is an experienced Camino afficionado. This means that\, at all times\, you have someone to assist and\, if required\, trouble-shoot. Even with very well planned an executed itineraries\, occasionally there could be a last minute issue with\, say\, accommodation or land transport\, a mis-directed baggage that does not arrive at a particular accommodation\, an injury etc. So\, having the support of a group and a group leader can be a relief. In terms of accommodation we tend to choose varied accommodation (i.e. a monastery\, a hotel\, pension and where available\, a casa rural etc.) almost without exception on a twin room basis (other than where we add a private albergue experience). From the baggage that arrives at our daily destination we can also safely assume that our accommodation is generally the same as the ones used by more established Camino tour operators. What we try to achieve is that pilgrims travelling with us have all the basic essentials catered for while in Spain\, leaving you to concentrate on the spiritual journey\, social interaction and camaraderie. Being in a group also means that you will make new friends from different walks of life but who share the same passion for the Camino. \n4.)   Membership\nSince we are a membership-based association\, people travelling with us would need to be members of XirCammini. \n \n5.)   Camino Norte: Introduction |Length | Terrain\nAt over 860km in Spain alone\, the Camino Norte is one of the longest Camino on Spanish soil\, starting from either in Bayonne in France or in Irun or Santander in Spain.  We will be walking the last stages of the Camino Noerte from Villalba to Santiago de Compostela. The distance is of around 110km\, making it eligible for the Compostela for walking pilgrims from the Pilgrim’s Office once you reach Santiago. The Camino Norte currently attracts less than 2% of all Camino pilgrims applying for the Compostela in the Pilgrim Office in Santiago. \nThe Camino is a scenic one which means\, there will be some elevations and distances may vary on a daily basis due to ruta complementarias. The lack of accommodation (other than municipal albergues and donativos) means that we will use additional transport to and from certain accommodations where we would have repeat nights. \n\nVillalba to Baamonde + – 20km Today’s walk would be through wooded areas and rural villages in the Terra Chá region of Galicia.\nBaamonde to Friol+ – 25km. From Vilalba we walk in the direction of Miraz and then go off-piste to our accommodation\, a casa rural\, in Friol. (inclusive of dinner)\nMarcela to Biomorto + – 25km. Our walk will take us from Marcela\, through Sobrado dos Monxes (famous for its monastery) and to one of our highest points on this Camino. Enjoy the panorama. In Sobrado there is a 10th century monastery with a façade that is a remarkable work of art. we will continue the walk to Biomorto and from there transport will take us back to our accommodation in Friol. (inclusive of dinner)\nBiomorto – Rua + – 28km: We would be sharing part of this route with pilgrims from the Camino Frances (who would be meet us after Arzua and will experience some uphills as we get closer to Santiago. In Rua we will stay at a beautiful Casa Rural (inclusive of dinner)\nRua to Santiago de Compostela + – 22km:  Today’s walk heads initially towards a wooded area and then continues mainly on roads to Monte de Gozo and into Santiago de Compostela at >250m above sea level .\n\n6.)   Some other practical matters\nFor members joining us from overseas you can either meet us at the airport or we can agree to meet at the first accommodation in Villalba the evening before we start walking. \nWell before the Camino we also set up a WhatApp group for the pilgrims on the Camino so that you start interacting beforehand with questions\, practical advice\, food or medicine intolerances etc URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-norte-last-week-from-terra-che/ LOCATION:Spain\, Spain CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921 DTSTAMP:20240730T131010Z CREATED:20240528T091411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T131010Z UID:5325-1726185600-1726876799@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Camino Inglès September 13th - 20th\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:Due to an overwhelming response to the Caminos that we organised / are organising this year\, we are planning to hold an additional one from the 13th to 20th September 2024: The Camino Inglès from Ferrol in the Bay of Biscay to Santiago de Compostela. \nPlease book by following this link. \n \nThe Camino Inglès is the route walked by Pilgrims from the British Isles\, pre-Henry VIII\, who landed mainly in Ferrol\, in the Bay of Bischay\, on their way to Santiago de Compostela. We will be covering approximately 135 km as follows. Today\, this route is walked by approximately 4% of pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago. \n\nFerrol to Pontedeume (route across the Nevantia Bridge approximately 25 km; 37 if one walks the traditional 1st day);\nPontedeume to Betanzos: 27 km;\nBetanzos Hospital Bruma / Meson do Vento: 35km;\nMeson do Vento to Sigüeiro: 27 km\nSigüeiro to Santiago de Compostela: 18 km\n\nThis event is open only to XirCammini Members. This camino is also characterised by a number of ascents and therefore\, prior training is advised. It is also a very scenic camino\, combining coastal areas and bays with rivers\, hills\, forests and historic urban areas. \n \nThe total contribution covering (a.) local transport from / to airport and first / final accommodation (b.) daily baggage transfers (c.) daily accommodation on twin sharing basis including breakfast (d.) local training (e.) credencial and concha (f.) assistance with obtaining the Compostela is €695. This is marginally higher than usual because we are incorporating the local cost of transport from Porto Airport to Ferrol and from Santiago back to Porto airport\, eliminating the need\, inconvenience\, related risks (and cost) of a connecting flight. \nInterested? Please book by following this link. The deposit on booking is €295. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-ingles-september-13th-20th-2024/ LOCATION:Ferrol\, Spain\, Spain CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG-20220329-WA0018.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911 DTSTAMP:20240212T181823Z CREATED:20230905T175803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T181823Z UID:4195-1725408000-1726012799@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Camino San Salvador DESCRIPTION:Camino San Salvador | Level: Moderate to Hard | P290 \nThis group will be capped at a maximum of 16 people because of limitations on accommodation in some remote locations. \n \nThe camino is rated as moderate to hard because it has at least a couple of days that would be rated as hard due to the inclines (reaching up to 1\,600km of altitude with significant ascents and descents). \nFlights \n\nOn 3rd September 2024 The group flies from Malta to Madrid and continues by coach from Madrid to Leon.Flight FR5383 09:35 – 12:25.\nOn 10th September 2024 The group flies back to Malta from Asrturias Airport via Fiumicino\, Rome. 09:15 – 11:45 and from Fiumicino taking the KM Malta Airlines connect KM615 to Malta at 21:00 – arriving in Malta at 22:30.\n\nImportant Note: If pilgrims book a hold luggage they would need to exit the security aera and re-cehck in the luggage in Fiumicino on their return flight/s. \nThe Camino is from Leon to Oviedo (about 130km) crossing beautiful Asturian countryside on the following etapas: \n\n4th Sept: León to La Robla 27 kms.\n5th Sept: La Robla to Poladura de Tercia 24 kms.\n6thSept: Poladura de Tercia to Llanos de Somerón 18 kms\n7th Sept: Llanos de Somerón to Pola de Lena 22 kms\n8th Sept:Pola de Lena to Oviedo 34 km.\n9th Sept: A rest day in Oviedo. It is recommended that we visit the Ovetense\, Oviedo Cathedral.\n\nThe contribution per person for this Camino is Euros 545 per person. This covers local (Spain) coach transfers\, daily baggage transfer (max 10kg per person) and daily accommodation on b&B basis where applicable and two dinners in accommodations in remote locations. \nA non-refundable deposit of €195 is requested to reserve your place. \nInterested? Please follow this link to register and pay the €195 deposit. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-san-salvador-spain/ LOCATION:Spain\, Spain CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Cruz-Salvador.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240731 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240808 DTSTAMP:20231206T095714Z CREATED:20230905T175804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T095714Z UID:4196-1722384000-1723075199@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Tochar Phadraig & Irish Caminos DESCRIPTION:Dublin\, Tochar Phadraig & Irish Caminos | Level: Mod/Hard |P291 \n \nThe popular Irish Caminos week returns with some changes. \n\n31 July: arrival in Dublin and transfer to the west of Ireland\nCliffs of Moher trek \n2 August: Mam Ean Pilgrimage trail and ‘fjord’ Connomara \n3 August: Achill Island bays and Cliffs Trail\n4 August: 1st day of Tochar Phadraig from Ballintubber Abbey to Aughagower\n5th August: 2nd day of Murrisk to the top of Coragh Phadraig\n6th August: A free day in Dublin\n7th August: Return home\n\nCost\, flight details and regristration link to be uploaded shortly. If you are interested please drop us an email on information@xircammini.org  URL:https://xircammini.org/event/tochar-phadraig-irish-caminos/ CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Ireland.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240728 DTSTAMP:20231026T065940Z CREATED:20230905T175801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T065940Z UID:4194-1721433600-1722124799@xircammini.org SUMMARY:St Margaret's Way\, Scotland DATES & FLIGHT INFO UPDATED DESCRIPTION:St Margaret’s Way\, Scotland | Level: Mod |  P289 \nThe medieval pilgrimage route from Edinburgh to St. Andrews is known as St. Margaret’s Way because Saint Queen Margaret of Scotland (1045 – 1093) initiated the ferry across the River Forth to assist pilgrims travelling this route from Edinburgh to St. Andrews. During her lifetime she also built various monasteries\, churches and pilgrim albergues. \n \nFor those of us travelling from Malta we fly on Saturday 20th July (12:25 – 15:20 FR6696) and return from Edinburgh to Malta on Saturday 27th July (07:15 – 12:00 FR6695). We all need to purchase our own flight tickets. Please do not delay in purchasing them since the Edninburgh flights in summer are in high demand. For those joining us in Scotland we can meet at the airport to continue together to our accommodation. \nWe start St Margaret’s Way from St. Mary’s Cathedral in the centre of Edinburgh\, mostly on bike paths and quiet roads to the Forth Road Bridge. From there onwards we’ll enjoy some scenic coastal tracks and former pilgrim trails through local communities\, to the famous ancient town of St Andrews. The total cammino is around 140 km from Edinburgh to St Andrews. \n20th July: We arrive in Edinburgh and travel to our hotel in the south of Fife. Depending on the time of arrival we might factor in a short urban walk. We will be in the same hotel and a dedicated coach will take us to and from the starting / end point of each day’s trekking. \nTentative itinerary (a more detailed one will follow closer to the trip): \n21st July: Transport will return us to Edniburgh in the morning. We walk from Edinburgh to South Queensferry (17km): Mostly on quiet roads and bike tracks out of Edinburgh to the famous Forth Road Bridge (Victorian era bridge)\, enjoying also views across the Forth river and the Fife coast. Along the Rocheid path we can also enjoy the secret garden. \n22nd July: South Queensferry to Burntisland (20km): We start with a spectacular crossing the Forth Road bridge\, hundreds of feet above the Firth on a special bike/walkway. The route then takes us down to  North Queensferry\, under the famous railway bridge where we join the Fife Coastal Path stopping in Burntisland for the night. \n23rd July: Burntisland to Leven (24km): From Burntisland we walk along a short strip of main road \,with a pedestrian walkway alongside\, returning  to a quiet section of the Fife Coastal Path\, past Kinghorn. And onwards to Kirkcaldy. From there we continue past the old Linoleum factory to the beach and the 15th century Ravencraig Castle. The route follows the Fife Coastal Path through fishing and coalmining villages to Lundin Links and Leven. \n24th July: Leven to Earlsferry (14km): From Leven we continue along the beach to the village of Largo\, passing the harbour\, the giant viaduct and the house commemorating Robinson Crusoe and onto the famous Largo Bay. Largo Bay takes us to Earlsferry. This was a famous landing place for pilgrims prior to the Reformation. \n25th July: Earlsferry to Crail (20km): From Earlsferry we continue along the Fife Coastal Path through several fishing villages including Anthruster (reportedly having the oldest fish and chips shop in the British Isles) until we reach Crail. \n26th July: Crail to St. Andrews (30km): We continue our last day from Crail along quite roads to St. Andrews on St Margaret’s Elbow along the Fife Coastal path through ancient fishing villages along beaches and over rocks until the spires of St Andrews come into view.  The path continues up through the harbour into the precincts of the ruined cathedral. \n27th July: Return to Malta. \nWe will be accommodated in 2 hotels within walking distance of each other. We have managed to secure a number of double and triple rooms (all en-suite). Regrettably there are less twin rooms (i.e. double with separate beds). Please indicate your preference in the comments box when completing the registration. Accommodation is on a bed & breakfast basis and the contribution per person is as follows: \n\nin a double (matrimonial bed): Euros 995 per person\nin a twin (2 separate beds per room) Euros 995 per person\nin a triple room (3 separate beds per person) Euros 950 per person.\nSingle supplement: Price on request.\n\nThis covers accommodation on bed abd breakfast basis\, airport transfers and daily transfers to/from where we begin/end our daily walks and a guided tour on one of the evenings. Needless to say\, you will also benefit from the weekly training and other walks organised in Malta as well as group leaders with your throughout. \nNon-refundable deposit upon registration: Euros 295 per person for double or twin rooms | Euros 250 per person for a triple room. \nTo register please follow this link. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/st-margarets-way-scotland/ LOCATION:Scotland\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/St-Andrews-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240716T220000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240717T190000 DTSTAMP:20240619T100028Z CREATED:20240619T093207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T100028Z UID:5380-1721167200-1721242800@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Camino Maltes Night Hike DESCRIPTION:We will be accompanying the pilgrim sailors on ther nigth hike on the 16th – 17th July before they embark on sailing the Camino Maltes from Birgu to Sicily\, Sardegna and Spain via the Balearic Islands. \nInterested in joining us on the Camino Maltes by night? If you are and would like us to order you transport and/or a Credencial\, please register by the 30th of June\, by following this registration link. \nCost including transport\, Credencial and Testimonium is Euros 12 per person and cost of transport only is Euros 10 per person. The price indicated on the product link is Euros 12. But\, if you are opting to join us and need only the Credencial and Testimonium then pay Euros 2 or if you require only Transport (no Credencial or Testimonium) then please only pay Euros 10. \nFor those opting for transport\, we will park the cars in Birgu (close to Cafe Riche) and transport will take us at 21:30 to Rabat for a 22:00 start. \nFor those not requiring transport\, we will meet next to St. Paul’s Catacombs in Rabat on the 16th July for a 22:00 start and should reach the Colleggiate Church of St. Lawrence for a 07:00 a.m. mass and pilgrim blessing. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-maltes-night-hike/ LOCATION:Rabat to Birgu\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Crucero.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240706 DTSTAMP:20231030T211938Z CREATED:20230905T175754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T211938Z UID:4187-1719187200-1720223999@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Cammino di San Francesco (La Verna - Assisi) DESCRIPTION:Cammino di San Francesco (La Verna – Assisi) | Level: Hard | Meeting Place: To be advised | P282 \n \nThis is a Camino in footsteps of St Francis of Assisi from the Sanctuary of La Verna\, through Pieve Santo Stefano\, Sansepulcro\, Citta’ di Castello\, Gubbio and Bischina to Assisi. \nWe depart from Malta on Italy on the 24th June 2024 and commence our 9-day cammino on the 25th June 2024 \nSuggested flight:  \n\nFR7112 24th June 2024 leaving Malta at 05:50 arriving in Perugia at 07:30\nFR7113 5th July 2024 leaving Perugia at 15:20 arriving in Malta 16:50\n\nIf you are interested in registering please following this link. \nThe contribution for accommodation (some on bed and breakfast and some on half-board basis)\, transport and daily baggage transfer (may 10kg cabin bag per person) is 995€. A deposit of 145€ is required to reserve a place. \nThe treks will be led by Fr Walter Vassallo ofm. If you are interested in this event we recommend that you book as early as practicable to avoid disappointment. \n \nThe daily distances and altitudes on this cammino are as follows: \n\nLa Verna to Pieve S. Stefano:\n\n \n2. Pieve S. Stefano to Pian de la Capanna: \n \n3. Pian de la Capanna to Sansepolcro \n \n4. Sansepolcro to Citta di Castello \n \n5. Citta di Castello to Pietralunga \n \n6. Pietralunga to Gubbio \n \n7. Gubbio to Eremo San Pietro in Vigneto \n \n8. San Pietro in Vigneto to Valfabbrica \n \n9. Valfabbrica to Assisi \n \nDay 10: Exploring Assisi. \nIf you are interested in registering please following this link. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/cammino-di-san-francesco-la-verna-assisi/ CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/20230608_141319-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240429 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240505 DTSTAMP:20240213T120644Z CREATED:20230905T175734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T120644Z UID:4180-1714348800-1714867199@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Cammino di San Antioco (Sardegna) ADDITIONAL PLACES AVAILABLE DESCRIPTION:Cammino di San Antioco (Sardegna) | Level: Mod/Hard | Price: € 475 per person | P275\n\nThis event has had an overwhelming reponse! As a result we have been able to secure additional transport and accommodation and can offer more places! There is also the possibility of single supplement (@ € 550 instead € 475 per person from 29th April – 4th May) \nIf you are interested please book immediately because places once these additional places are taken we would absolutely not be in a position to add more. Thanks \nTo register please write to information@xircammini.org \nPlease book the following flights: \n\nFR7048 April 29th\, 2024 leaving Malta at 18:40 arriving in Cagliari at 20:00\nFR7049 23:45 May 4th\, 2024 leaving Cagliari at 23:45 arriving in Malta at 01:00(+1)\n\n \nNote: Dates may vary depending on Flight Schedule. When available dates will be provided. \nThe Cammino di Santu Jacu in Sardinia attributes with roots to Sant’Antioco\, the saint patron of Sardinia\, known as “the holy Moor who came from the sea”. He arrived in Cagliari\, the capital of Sardegna\, and then following the Central Axis up to Porto Torres to sail towards Barcelona\, walking the Catalan-Aragonese Way to Logroño and the Camino\nFrancés to Santiago de Compostela. Sulki (Sant Antioco)\, the ancient name of this island in the south-west of of Sardinia\, has always been a landing point for navigation in the Mediterranean Sea; a port from\nwhich minerals and food of this land were exported and exploited over the centuries by various settlers and occupants\, who have left their mark since punic times.  Later depopulated due to attacks by pirates from Barbary\, it was transformed into a penal colony for condemned Christians from the Maghreb lands.  The historical link with Santiago di Compostella is testified by the tables of 1466 and it is for this reason that our Way of St. James begins here\, at the Basilica of Sant’Antioco. \n \nDay 0: We arrive in Cagliari and transfer by coach to Sant Antioco. Accommodation will be mostly in self-catering apartments. The afternoon/ evening gives us time to stock our fridges for breakfasts and packed lunches. \nDay 1: We walk from Sant Antioco to Maladroxia in the South East of the island walking slightly inland through a wooded area until we veer towards the coastal area. Transport will collect us from Maladroxia to take us back to Sant Antioco for the evening. \n \nDay 2: Transport will take us back to Maladroxia. From the beach we continue walking along mainly low cliffs and coastal coastal areas until we reach the beach of Calasapone. Transport will return us to Sant Antioco. \n \nDay 3: Transport will take us back to Calasapone. From there we will continue along the cliffs towards the village of Calasetta. From Calasetta we continue along the prominade\, beaches and the old railway track back to Sant Antioco. On day 3 evening we’ll organise a victory dinner covered by XirCammini. \nDay 4: We have a full day excursion to by boat to Carloforte and Isola di San Pietro with the possiblity of a swim in transit. \nDay 5: We’ll have time for last minute sightseeing (or shopping) in Sant Antioco before returning to Cagliari and Malta. \n \nThe contribution is € 475 per person and covers the \n\ntwin or triple room sharing accommodation (on B&B basis for persons in the hostel and the B&B but self-catering in the apartments; but a refund for breakfast will be given/adjusted from final payment to those in the self-catering apartments)*\nairport transfers and\ndaily transfer to /from the hike\,\nday tour by boat of Carloforte and/pr Isola di San Pietro.\nPilgrim Kit with San Antioco teeshirt\, Credencial and Testimonium.\n\n(*Note: Single supplement on B&B basis: € 550 instead € 475 per person from 29th April – 4th May 2024) \nA non-refundable deposit of Euros 125 is required when registering. \nXirCammini will also cover the Victory Dinner (menu not drinks) on day 3 after we complete the Camino Sant Antioco. \nTo register please write to information@xircammini.org URL:https://xircammini.org/event/cammino-di-san-antioco-sardegna/ LOCATION:Sant Antioco\, Sardegna\, Italy CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/20230501_082944-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240403T040000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240403T120000 DTSTAMP:20240203T094141Z CREATED:20240203T093359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T094141Z UID:5028-1712116800-1712145600@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Mixja ta' San Girgor DESCRIPTION:Background\nThe origins of Il-Mixja ta’ San Girgor\, annually on the 12th March possibly from the early 16th century\, are unknown. The reasons may have been votive\, for example\, as thanksgiving after a corsair attack\, or a period of draught or pestilence.   In 1543\, Bishop Domenico Cubelles adopted the same walk\, from Citta Notabile (Mdina) to le terre di Santa Caterina (Zejtun) as a peace walk (pro pace universali)\, at a time when Christian reformation was threatening the old world order.  All the faithful at the time would have congregated in Mdina and walked through the medieval parishes en-route to Zejtun on the feast of St. Gregory. The statue of St. Gregory at the end of the walk\, next to the old church of St Catherine\, in Zejtun\, faces Mdina and the start of the walk. Subsequently\, new parishes were added and the route of the pilgrimage changed. The feast date of St. Gregory also changed (to September) as did the date of the pilgrimage from 12th March to first Wednesday following Easter. The religious pilgrimage\, nowadays\, is only from the church of St. Clement to the church of St. Gregory\, both in Zejtun. This religious event is complemented annually by cultural festivities organised by Kultura\, the Culture Directorate. Secular festivities culminate in a walk from Zejtun to Marsaxlokk and the “first swim” of the year. \nXirCammini\, an NGO dedicated to faith & heritage hiking has\, in recent years\, re-created the Universal Peace Walk 1543AD® hike. The hike\, supported by a guidebook\, Kredenzjal tal-Pellegrin\, a website\, an app and waymarks\, is available for solo hikers as well as for group walks. Additionally\, XirCammini organises the event annually for its members\, on the weekends closest to the 12th March (original feast of St. Gregory) and the 25th of November (original feast day of St Catherine)\, working closely with the various parishes to open churches and chapels en-route. \n  \n3rd April 2024\nOn Wednesday\, 3rd April\, XirCammini will be teaming up with Kultura (the Directorate of Culture) and walking the Universal Peace Walk 1543AD®. We aim to reach Zejtun in time to follow the church pilgrimage from the church of St. Clement to the church of St. Gregory\, led by His Excellency\, the Archbishop of Malta. \nInterested in joining us?\nDate | Time: On 3rd April 2024 we park our cars in Marsaxlokk at 03:30 a.m. and transport will take us to Rabat so that we start the walk from Cathedral Square\, Mdina\, at 04:15 a.m. We aim to reach the church of St Clement by 09:15 a.m. to join the procession starting from the church of St Clement at 09:30. \nAfter the procession\, for those brave enough to continue\, we’ll continue to Marsaxlokk for a swim and a ftira biz-zejt! \nFollow this link to register. The event is free of charge. XirCammini and the Cultural Directorate will be providing one-way transport to Mdina in the morning and a pilgrim-pack. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/san-girgor/ LOCATION:Marsaxlokk or Mdina\, Malta CATEGORIES:Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/San-Girgor-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240330 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240407 DTSTAMP:20231004T130612Z CREATED:20230905T175720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T130612Z UID:4168-1711756800-1712447999@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Via De La Plata (Ourense to Santiago de Compostela) DESCRIPTION:Via De La Plata | Level: Mod | P268 \n \n1.)   Summary | Contribution\nVia De La Plata (Oursense to Santiago de Compostela) 110km | A non-refundable deposit of €145 is requested to reserve your place. The total contribution per XirCammini member (including the deposit) is €545 and this covers the local transport (Airport in Spain or Portugal) to Oursense and\, vice versa\, from Santiago de Compostela to the Airport\, daily baggage transfers (max 10kg cabin bag per person)\, daily accommodation in a variety of hotels\, pensions\, a monastery on a bed & breakfast basis where available. Thank you. \nPlease follow this link to register your interest and to pay the deposit. A non-refundable deposit of Euros 145 is requested when registering. Thank you. \n2.)   Flights\nPilgrims are requested to book the following flights. On Vueling anyone sending ‘hold’ luggage can send it all the way through to Santiago de Compostela airport despite the connection in Barcelona (and vice versa): \n \nOutward (30th March): Malta – Barcelona – Santiago de Compostela leaving Malta at 14:20 and arriving in Santiago de Compostela at 22:35 (VY8741 | VY1679) \nInward (6th April): Santiago – Barcelona – Malta leaving Santiago at 06:45 and arriving in Malta at 14:30 (VY1672 | VY8740) \n3.)   Important Notes\nXirCammini is not a tour operator or travel agent. We are a not-for-profits\, membership-based association registered in Malta with the Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations (VO: 1646). This explains why our pricing is some 15% – 30% lower than that of other organisations and generally offers more\, i.e. our walks are not self-guided (although one can walk part or all of the way on their own). We set off as a group with a group leader from among our members who is an experienced Camino afficionado. This means that\, at all times\, you have someone to assist and\, if required\, trouble-shoot. Even with very well planned an executed itineraries\, occasionally there could be a last minute issue with\, say\, accommodation or land transport\, a mis-directed baggage that does not arrive at a particular accommodation\, an injury etc. So\, having the support of a group and a group leader can be a relief. In terms of accommodation we tend to choose varied accommodation (i.e. a monastery\, a hotel\, pension and where available\, a casa rural etc.) almost without exception on a twin room basis. From the baggage that arrives at our daily destination we can also safely assume that our accommodation is generally the same as the ones used by more established Camino tour operators. What we try to achieve is that pilgrims travelling with us have all the essentials catered for while in Spain\, leaving you to concentrate on the spiritual journey\, social interaction and camaraderie. Being in a group also means that you will make new friends from different walks of life but who share the same passion for the Camino. \n4.)   Membership\nSince we are a membership-based association\, people travelling with us would need to be members of XirCammini. \n \n5.)   Camino de La Plata: Introduction |Length | Terrain\nThe Camino de La Plata is the longest Camino on Spanish soil\, starting from either Seville or from Almeira (called Mozarabe). The last few etapas (stages) of it\, i.e. from Granja de Moreruela\, are also called Camino Sanabres. We will be walking the last 6 stages of the Camino de La Plata or the Camino Sanabres i.e. from Ourense to Santiago de Compostela. The distance is of around 110km\, making it eligible for the Compostela for walking pilgrims from the Pilgrim’s Office once you reach Santiago. The Via de la Plata currently attracts around 1% of all Camino Pilgrims applying for the Compostela in the Pilgrim Office in Santiago. Most of these would also only be walking the last 5 days from Ourense (6 days if pilgrims break the Ourense – Casarellos in 2 etapas). \nThe Camino is a scenic one which means\, there will be some elevations and distances may vary on a daily basis due to ruta complementarias. You will be crossing 3 provinces in 5 days of walking. Below are our indications of km and elevations. In terms of terrain this is generally mixed\, i.e. urban/paved roads and country/forest paths and soil/gravel paths. None of the days are particularly taxing for a seasoned hiker. Of all\, Day 1 is the most arduous both in terms of length and elevation.  The rest then all seem to be more palatable after walking the first day: \n\nOurense to Casarellos: 33 – 35km with a net elevation of < 610m over the whole day. There is a relatively steep ascent in the beginning of the day and the rest of the day offers a gradual ascent.\n\n \n\nCasarellos – Estacion de Lalin: 18 – 20km. you start the day with a gentle ascent reaching 900m above sea level and the rest of the day (approx the last 12km or so) are a descent to < 500m above sea level.\n\n \n\nEstacion de Lalin to Silleda: 15km – 18km. This is as series of gentle ascents and descents (little net gain or loss on this day) reaching a hight of < 550m above sea level and a depth of <400m above sea level at your lowest.\n\n \n\nSilleda to Ponte Ulla: This is an 18km – 20km descent from <500m above sea level to the River (Rio) Ulla at >60m above sea level.\n\n \n\nPonte Ulla to Santiago de Compostela: This is a 20km – 22km gradual ascent from <61m above sea level to Santiago de Compostela at >250m above sea level .\n\n \n6.)   What to see on the way?\nThe following are some sights worth including on the way: \n\nThe Roman Bridge over the Rio Mino and the old city quarter. The bridge is known as the ‘old bridge’ or ‘Ponte Vella’. The Camino will start over this bridge.\nCathedral of Ourense. Note: These generally do not open for the public before 10:00\, a to dedicate time to it one would need to arrive the night before.\nThermal waters in As Burgas This is a free\, public space but one can also visit private thermal baths in Ourense.\nAlong the whole path there are various river crossing some with medieval bridges and several hamlets. Between Silleda and Ponte Ulla there is also a beautiful galician palace with gardens called Pazo de Santo Estevo de Oca.\nWhen traversing Bandeira make sure you savour their empanadas because this village is renown for its pies.\nThe Pico Sacro and the Hermitage of St Sebastian offers a magnificent view of Santiago de Compostela before starting the descent to our Loca Sancta. Entry into Santiago is over River Sar and through the Arco de Mazarelos into the old quarter of Santiago de Compostela.\n\n7.)   Some other practical matters\nFor members joining us from overseas you can either meet us at the airport or we can agree to meet at the first accommodation in Ourense the evening before we start walking. \nWell before the Camino we also set up a WhatApp group for the pilgrims on the Camino so that you start interacting beforehand with questions\, practical advice\, food or medicine intolerances etc URL:https://xircammini.org/event/via-de-la-plata-3/ LOCATION:Spain\, Spain CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/12.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240329T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240329T153000 DTSTAMP:20240314T090415Z CREATED:20240310T143504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T090415Z UID:5129-1711697400-1711726200@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Good Friday Hike | 29th Mar 2024 DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand we have added another minibus and now have more available spaces. Interested? Please apply using the link below.\nOn Good Friday we are holding a walk in Gozo. \nTo register please follow this link. \nLet’s meet in time to catch the 07:30 a.m. ferry from Cirkewwa. Or\, if you are already in Gozo\, let’s meet at 08:15 a.m. in the Mgarr\, Gozo\, Passenger terminal next to the coffee counter. \nTransport will take us to Gharb and from there we will hike to Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary and up the Via Crucis. Once done from Ta’ Pinu will continue around Wied il-Mielah to Qbajjar and is Salvatur\, Marsalforn. \nTransport will collect us 15:00ish to take us back to the ferry in Mgarr. \nBring with you (or buy in the ferry terminus) a sufficient supply of water and the food/nibbles you require along the route. Bring with you a sun cap (and depending on weather forecast a packable raincoat). \nFor those who wish to do the Good Friday visits/prayers\, there will be an opportunity to do so in Gharb Church + ta’ Pinu Church plus along the Via Crucis ascent. Needless to say\, this is personal prayer/reflection and not obligatory on others who are just looking forward to a hike and the social interaction. The important thing is that we are respectful of each other’s choices. \nCost: Euros 8 covering the cost of transport x 2 (Mgarr – Gharb in the morning and Marsalforn – Mgarr in mid-afternoon). \nTo register please follow this link. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/good-friday-hike-29th-march-2024/ CATEGORIES:Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Good-Friday.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240316T081500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240316T170000 DTSTAMP:20240305T112203Z CREATED:20240305T112134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T112203Z UID:5120-1710576900-1710608400@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Camino Training Event | Gozo 16th March 2024 DESCRIPTION:On 16th March 2024\, – for those starting from Malta – we will meet in time to catch the 08:15 ferry from Cirkewwa or – for those meeting us in Gozo – in the Cafeteria of the Gozo Ferry\, Mgarr for a 09:00 departure from the Mgarr ferry building (next to the Cafeteria). \nDepending on wind conditions / direction we will start our trek from Mgarr \n\neither in the Hondoq ir-Rummien\, Ramla l-Hamra direction (no bouldering) looping back to Mgarr\, or\nXatt l-Ahmar\, Mgarr ix-Xini and Kempinski\, looking back to Mgarr.\n\nThe trek will be led by John Darmanin. \nWe urge all those would are participating in the Via de la Plata\, Camino Norte\, San Antioco\, Cammino di San Francesco\, St. Margaret’s in Scotland\, San Salvador in Spain\, Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia and Enchanting Sri Lanka trip to participate in this one day of hiking in Gozo. This would give us an opportunity to get to know others travelling with us. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-training-event-gozo-16th-march-2024/ LOCATION:Gozo\, Malta CATEGORIES:Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG-20221001-WA0008.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240320 DTSTAMP:20240213T114009Z CREATED:20231206T102119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T114009Z UID:4859-1710460800-1710892799@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Culture & Hiking Event (Filippo Paladini\, Palermo) CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to lack of general interest \n  URL:https://xircammini.org/event/culture-hiking-event-filippo-paladini-palermo-terme-monte-monte-finestrelle/ CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Paladini.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240310 DTSTAMP:20240304T094352Z CREATED:20230905T175705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T094352Z UID:4162-1709942400-1710028799@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Camino Maltes | Universal Peace Walk 1543AD (36km or 28km walk | Registration required) DESCRIPTION:Universal Peace Walk 1543AD / Camino Maltes (28km or 36km walk) | Registration required) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: To be advised | P262 \nClose to the original date of the first Universal Peace Walk (12 March 1543) we’ll be holding the \n1.) Camino Maltes from St. Paul’s Catacombs\, Rabat (where Don Juan Benegas de Cordoba lived) to Fort St Angelo\, Birgu (36km) and/or within it the \n2.)Universal Peace Walk 1543AD from Citta’ Notabile (Mdina) to le Terre di Santa Caterina (Zejtun) (28km) in the footsteps of Bishop Domenico Cubelles. \nRegrettably\, the option with transport is now full. If you wish to apply to join us without booking tranport (i.e. Euros 8 option: credencial. guidebook and certificate) please contact us on information@xircammini.org \nThe Walk\nThe .gpx routes for each walk are available here: \n1.) Camino Maltes (Malta segment) de Santiago de Compostela \n2.) Universal Peace Walk 1543AD \nWe offer 1-way transport for those who require it. \nFor those who require transport please \n1.) If for the Camino Maltes: park close to Cafe Riche\, Birgu (https://maps.app.goo.gl/HUNi1srh5AKzYQmT6) for a 07:00 a.m. departure by coach \n2.) for the Universal Peace Walk: please park close to St. Gregory’s church in Zejtun so that the birgu transport will collect you at 07:15 a.m. \nand all of us would proceed to Rabat / Mdina to commence the respective walks; 08:00 from St Paul’s Catacombs and 08:15 from Mdina Cathedral Square. \nCost including transport\, guidebook (with incorporated Universal Peace Walk Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 12 per person. \nCost exluding transport but including guidebook (with incorporated Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 8 per person. \nPlease follow this link to register. Payment is non-refundable. Regrettably\, the option with transport is now full. If you wish to apply to join us without booking tranport (i.e. Euros 8 option: credencial. guidebook and certificate) please contact us on information@xircammini.org URL:https://xircammini.org/event/universal-peace-walk-1543ad-camino-maltes-28km-or-34km-walk-registration-required/ CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/WhatsApp-Image-2023-07-26-at-16.23.21-3.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240219 DTSTAMP:20240213T082053Z CREATED:20230905T175659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T082053Z UID:4153-1708128000-1708300799@xircammini.org SUMMARY:Camino Mariae Melitensis (2 days) (60km walk | FULLY BOOKED) DESCRIPTION:SORRY. THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED. \nCamino Mariae Melitensis (2 days) (60km walk | Registration required) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Cars in Mellieha. Transport to departure point provided | P258 \nWe will be walking the Camino Mariae Melitensis 1432AD (in the footsteps of King Alfonso of Aragon) from Castrum Maris\, Birgu via Mdina to the Mellieha Sanctuary. This is a 60km walk and will take place on 17th and 18th February 2024. \nThe event is over 2 days and we will be sleeping the archbishop’s seminary at tal-Virtu’\, Rabat. \nThis is the first time that this 2-day mini cammino is being held. It also serves as a great training experience for those who intend to walk caminos in Spain or elsewhere. \nWe’ll park our cars in Mellieha (close to the Sanctuary / church) and depart by coach to Birgu at 07:30 a.m. The intention is to start our walk from outside Castrum Maris (Fort St\, Angelo) at 08:30 a.m. and – on the first day – walk to Rabat / Mdina. After sleeping in Mdina / Rabat\, we continue on our 2nd day of hiking to the Sanctuary of Our Lady in Mellieha. \nThe contribution of Euros 48/person covers the \n\ncoach from Mellieha to Birgu\,\naccommodation on a bed and simple breakfast basis (accommodation will provide beds with linen/blankets and pillows and most rooms are en-suite). Pilgrims are expected to carry a towel and toiletries.\nA credencial for all those walking the Camino Mariae Melitensis 1432AD and a Testimonium for all those who complete it.\n\nInterested? Please follow this link to register and pay for the event. Thank you. URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-mariae-melitensis-2-days-60km-walk-registration-required/ LOCATION:Cars in Mellieha. Transport to departure point provided\, Malta CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://xircammini.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/logos-FINALS-02.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR