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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241102T080000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241026T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20241002T120036Z
CREATED:20230905T175833Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241023T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241023T210000
DTSTAMP:20241002T115948Z
CREATED:20230905T175832Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027
DTSTAMP:20240824T160706Z
CREATED:20240820T120131Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241013
DTSTAMP:20231014T085139Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTSTAMP:20240416T180124Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921
DTSTAMP:20240730T131010Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTSTAMP:20240212T181823Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240808
DTSTAMP:20231206T095714Z
CREATED:20230905T175804Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240728
DTSTAMP:20231026T065940Z
CREATED:20230905T175801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T065940Z
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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
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240706
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240505
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240403T040000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240403T120000
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240329T073000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240329T153000
DTSTAMP:20240314T090415Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240316T081500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240316T170000
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240320
DTSTAMP:20240213T114009Z
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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
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240211
DTSTAMP:20231014T090430Z
CREATED:20230905T175436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T090430Z
UID:4149-1706918400-1707609599@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia[FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia | THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \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). On this cammino we will be assisted  by Toto Trumino\, from the Confraternity of St. James in Sicily and the originator of this heritage walk. \n   \nWe fly to Sicily on 3rd February 2024 (FR367: 11:35 to 12:25) and transfer from the airport to Caltagirone. \nWe have a free afternoon to settle in our respective accommodations and for a short urban hike exploring highlights in this 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   \nOn the 4th February we will commence the Camino di San Giacomo from the church of St. James and our itinerary over the following days is as follows: \n4th February 2024: Caltagirone – San Michele Ganzaria – Mirabella Mbaccari. Distance: 19km with approximate altitude differences of + 260 m/ – 300 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \n5th February 2024: Mirabella Mbaccari – Piazza Armerina. Distance: 21km with approximate altitude differences of + 500 m/ – 300 m. Level: Moderate. \n6th February 2024: Piazza Armerina – Valguarnera Caro Pepe. Distance: 19km with approximate altitude differences of + 300 m/ – 380 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \n7th February 2024: Valguarnera – Assoro. Distance: 25km with approximate altitude differences of + 980 m/ – 680 m. Level: Moderate to Difficult (because of ascent). \n8th February 2024: Assoro – Nissoria – Nicosia. Distance: 25km with approximate altitude differences of + 630 m/ – 680 m. Level: Moderate. \n9th February 2024: 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 thelLegends surrounding the “Wall of Miracles” during our Cammino. \n10th February 2024: We check out after breakfast and proceed to the airport stopping for lunch en-route. (Flying out on FR396: 17:05 arriving in Malta at17:55). \nThe contribution for this event is Euros 595 per person. \nThe contribution 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. \nTHIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/cammino-di-san-giacomo-in-sicilia/
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTSTAMP:20240126T113052Z
CREATED:20230905T175432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T113052Z
UID:4146-1706313600-1706399999@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli Apostoli 60AD  (25km walk | THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:SORRY. THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED \nPerregrinatio Sancti Pauli 60AD (25km walk | Registration required) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Rabat\, Transport to take us to St. Paul’s Bay | P251 \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).
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/perregrinatio-sancti-pauli-60ad-25km-walk-registration-required/
LOCATION:Rabat\, Transport to take us to St. Paul’s Bay\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Trekking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240107T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240107T123000
DTSTAMP:20231226T091057Z
CREATED:20231226T084046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231226T091057Z
UID:4897-1704619800-1704630600@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Maghtab | Salina | Burmarrad Route
DESCRIPTION:As you are probably aware some of the Walking Groups in Malta (Malta Walking Groups) – namely Ramblers Association of Malta\, Leisure Ventures\, Trekking Malta\, Trail Makers and XirCammini –  have formed an alliance to uphold and support our common interest in hiking. \nFrom time to time we will also be organising joint walks where members / participants of all the organisations would be welcomed to take part. And what better way to start the new year than to have such a joint walk! \nBernard Schrnz\, of Leisure Ventures\, will be leading this walk and details are contained in this Facebook link. \nPlease mark yourselves as going or interested directly on the event. \nDeparture time: 09:30 | Date: 7th January 2024. \nMeeting point – https://maps.app.goo.gl/QJCVbuUuyiKmLC9Q6\nDirections – Drive to the T’Alla w ommu hill in Naxxar\, and at the bottom of the winding road\, before you get to the roundabout\, turn left past the Qronfla outlet and drive for about 1.2Kms along Triq Burmarrad. Just after about 1Km and past the Industrial estate\, there is a right turning which you ignore and drive on past it. Then take the first left into the road immediately by PH Borg Ltd and drive until you get to the dams. Park in the vicinity but not on the bridge between the dams.\nThis trek explores the Maghtab / Salini and Burmarrad area. It is replete with different features including wayside chapels\, military installation (amongst which a WWII Pillbox and the il-Widna ‘radar’ system)\, cart ruts\, nature parks\, the remains of a megalithic temple\, tombs\, salt pans and also includes the recently rehabilitated water dams which we also trekked along on one of our earlier treks in October and which we will revist. At the start\, we will also be given a short briefing about the ongoing rehabilitation of Malta’s valleys by the Project Green agency. Along the trail\, one can enjoy some lovely panoramic views of the Salina area from one of the vantage points along this trek.\nAfter the trek\, some bites\, soft drinks and water are being provided for the participants. Everyone is free to bring along other items of food and drinks of their choice to share.\nIntensity: Easy to moderate\nLevel rating – 6/10\nPace: Moderate\nEstimated Trek Duration: 2 hrs 30 mins to 3 hours (Estimated)\nChildren are welcome – (under 16 years must be accompanied by parents or guardians and who will be responsible for them)\nDogs – Allowed on this trek but must be kept on a leash.\nRain or shine we trek !!! In the interest of safety\, the organisers or their representatives retain the right to cancel\, curtail or amend the route upon their own judgement for any reason they deem fit. At the point of such a notice\, it will be understood by the participants that the trek is henceforth cancelled. Anyone proceeding of their own independent accord separate to the return trail to the start undertaken by the lead guide\, will do so at their own risk and will be automatically absolving Leisure Ventures\, the organisers or their representatives of any consequences. It is the responsibility of the participants to ensure that they keep up with the main group in a way that they will receive any notifications and information imparted by the organisers or trekking guides or their representatives. Only the official notices by the above mentioned officials should be respected and followed.\nImportant notice – This is a group activity and the trekking lead guide will set the pace which should be respected by all. It is up to the individual participants to ensure that their fitness level is such that they can maintain pace with the main group. Equally\, nobody is to walk ahead of the lead guide or wander ahead of the trekking group. Whilst the lead guide will keep a modest pace to allow for different levels of fitness\, in the interest of the larger group\, we reserve the right to walk at a pace that is in keeping with the objectives of the event… fun. Our activities are neither power walks nor a stroll in the park but are aimed at providing both fitness and enjoyment. You are encouraged to train individually to ensure your full and own enjoyment on our activities.\nForming part of the group and enagaging in our events\, participants are expected to understand that they join subject to such conditions. Please also refer to our GROUP CONDITIONS\, pinned to the featured section of this group page.\nDisclaimer: By participating in this and other Leisure Ventures events\, you declare and confirm that you have read the details and terms above\, accept them and are participating of your own choice and free will and are fully aware of the attached risks and that you will not hold Leisure Ventures\, it’s organisers and/or authorised personnel responsible for any damages and injuries and their consequences\, arising through your participation.\n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/maghtab-salina-burmarrad-route/
LOCATION:https://maps.app.goo.gl/QJCVbuUuyiKmLC9Q6\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231126
DTSTAMP:20231119T143907Z
CREATED:20230905T163904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231119T143907Z
UID:4072-1700870400-1700956799@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Universal Peace Walk 1543AD (28km walk | Registration closed).
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED \nUniversal Peace Walk 1543AD (28km walk | Registration required). | Level: Easy / Mod | Meeting Place: Cathedral Square\, Mdina | P238 \nClose to the winter feast of St. Catherine we’ll be holding the Universal Peace Walk 1543AD from Citta’ Notabile (Mdina) to le Terre di Santa Caterina (Zejtun) in the footsteps of Bishop Domenico Cubelles. \nhttps://universalpeacewalk.mt/walk/ \nWe offer 1-way transport for those who require it. \nFor those who require transport please park close to St. Gregory’s church in Zejtun at 07:15 a.m. so that transport will take us from there to Mdina\, leaving Zejtun at 07:30 a.m. for a 08:15 a.m. start in Mdina. \nPrice including transport\, guidebook (with incorporated Credencial) and testimonium is Euros 10 per person. \nPrice exluding transport but including guidebook (with incorporated Credencial) and testimonium is Euros 6 per person. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/universalpeacewalk1543ad/
LOCATION:Cathedral Square\, Mdina\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Trekking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20231028T073000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20231028T170000
DTSTAMP:20230914T162044Z
CREATED:20230905T175411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T162044Z
UID:4130-1698478200-1698512400@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Full Day Comino
DESCRIPTION:Full Day Comino | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Cirkewwa CarPark | P230 \nThis event is open to XirCammini members. \nWe meet at 07:30 a.m. in Cirkewwa (depending on winds we’ll determine whether we meet next to the Kiosk in the carpark (https://goo.gl/maps/fj6jYMSyu7zZRRD39) or the South Quay. \nWe’ll walk the Comino perimeter and visit places of interest such as the Sta. Mary Battery and the Sta. Mary Tower\, church\, caves\, beaches etc. We’ll also have an opportunity for a dip after the walk before taking the boat back to Malta. \nIndividual round trip prices to/from Comino are currently Euros 14/person\, but we are pleased to inform you that we obtained a group discount and\, hence\, the price for the round trip is Euros 13/person. \nPlease register by following this link.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/full-day-comino/
LOCATION:Cirkewwa CarPark\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Trekking,Weekend Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230927T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230927T213000
DTSTAMP:20240924T103400Z
CREATED:20230919T191939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103400Z
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SUMMARY:Bahar ic-Caghaq Loop
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 27th September 2024 Meeting in Bahar ic-Caghaq (next to ice cream kiosk) for a Bahar ic-Caghaq | Top of the World Loop. Starting at 19:00  | Led by John Darmanin. \nBring light and water with you. Wear suitable\, gripping\, non-slip walking shoes.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/bahar-ic-caghaq-loop/
LOCATION:Bahar ic-Caghaq\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230816T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230816T213000
DTSTAMP:20230810T173745Z
CREATED:20230810T172751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T173745Z
UID:4028-1692212400-1692221400@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:South Loop | Meeting next to Jerma Palace
DESCRIPTION:This walk will be led by John Darmanin and the meeting place is next to Jerma for a 19:00 start. \nLocation of meeting place: https://goo.gl/maps/ijLoReqjAtsC9fZ78
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/south-loop-meeting-place-jerma/
LOCATION:Jerma\, Marsascala\, https://goo.gl/maps/ijLoReqjAtsC9fZ78\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230822
DTSTAMP:20230213T133320Z
CREATED:20230111T170237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T133320Z
UID:3298-1691971200-1692662399@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Tochar Phadraig - FULLY BOOKED
DESCRIPTION:On 14th August 2023 we fly on FR7243 arriving in Dublin in the afternoon proceeding immediately to County Mayo for check in and dinner. We would then leave at around midnight on 21st Aug to reach Dublin Airport in time for the 5:55 (FR7242) flight to Malta. \nDuring this trip we will \n\nWalk the Tochar Phadraig (2-day Irish Camino of St. Patrick)\nClimb Croagh Phadraig (St. Patrick Mountain or the Reek)\nvisit and trek either Achill Islands / Cliffs or Cliffs of Moher (from Lisconnor to Dolinn)\nwalk to Church Island / Bronze age settlement (and for the braver ones … attempt to swim in Lough Carra)\nTrek the mean min pilgrimage trail in Gounty Galway.\n\nThe contribution for this trekking experience is Euros 975 covering all local (Irish) daily coach transfers\, hotel accommodation on twin room sharing basis on half board basis (breakfast and dinner) plus packed lunch and experienced local guides on some of the treks where required. \nThis Event is now FULLY BOOKED. If you are interested and would like to be on the waiting list in case any one drops out please drop us an email on information@xircammini.org
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/tochar-phadraig-3/
LOCATION:Ireland\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230703
DTSTAMP:20230410T134349Z
CREATED:20230410T133628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T134349Z
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SUMMARY:Dinnamare & Aspromonte
DESCRIPTION:For those who are unable to join us for a whole week from 29th June to 5th July (Dinnamare\, Aspromonte and Pollino) why not join us for a long weekend in Dinnamare\, Sicily and Aspromonte\, Calabria. \n\n\n\nOn arrival\, 29th June\, we trek in Northern Sicily (Messina region) in Dinnamare before crossing over to Calabira to continue trekking in Calabria (30th to the 2nd of June) among the woods of Aspromonte and its spectacular waterfalls in Gambarie  and Montalto. \n\n\n\nThe itinierary organised bt VaiColTrekking includes accommodation\, local trasnport\, breakfasts and dinners. \n\n\n\nPrograms can always be modified due to weather changes or special unforeseen needs. \n\n\n\nA non-refundable deposit of €150 is requested to reserve your place. Thank you. \n\n\n\nYou are also requested to book the following flights (these are not covered in the cost): \n\n\n\n\nMalta – Catania: 29th June 2023 on KM640 leaving Malta at 05:40 and arriving in Catania at 06:20. This allows us to take advantage of a full day on the 29th June 2023.\n\n\n\nCatania – Malta: 2nd July 2023 on KM643 leaving Catania at 23:20 and arriving in Malta at 23:59. This\, again. allows us to take advantage of a full day on 2nd July 2023.\n\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in applying please follow this link to register your interest and to pay the deposit.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/dinnamare-aspromonte/
LOCATION:Sicily and Calabria\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20211114T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20211114T170000
DTSTAMP:20211009T132827Z
CREATED:20210928T135507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211009T132827Z
UID:1634-1636878600-1636909200@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Lines (whole day)
DESCRIPTION:We will meet in the Bahar ic-Caghaq Carpark for a 08:30 departure by coach to Kuncizzjoni\, l/o Rabat from where we will commence the walk . This event is open only to XirCammini members. If you would like to become a member please follow this link: https://xircammini.org/get-involved/membership/ \nDue to prevailing Covid measures\, (and in this case to be able to book transport) we kindly ask members to register for the events that they wish to pariticpate in by following this link: https://xircammini.org/events-announcements/local-walks-oct-dec-2021/
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/victoria-lines-whole-day/
LOCATION:Bahar ic-Caghaq\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Trekking
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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