I Packed Wrong for the Camino — Here's What I'd Bring Now

After walking 800km across Spain on the Camino Francés, I learned one thing the hard way: every gram in your backpack matters. This is my complete Camino de Santiago packing list — not what I planned to bring, but what actually survived the journey to Santiago de Compostela. From the Gregory 40L backpack that carried it all to the gear I regretted hauling across the Pyrenees, I break down every item with honest "pack it or leave it" advice for anyone preparing for the Camino — especially if you're walking the Camino Portugués in 2026. 0:00 — The backpack that carried it all (Gregory 40L) 1:04 — Sleep system: liner, towel & dry bags 3:55 — Buffs, hats & sun protection 5:07 — Tech you actually need (and what I never used) 7:05 — The Bluetooth speaker I shouldn't have brought 10:17 — Adapters, power banks & charging setup 13:03 — Camera gear & tripods 14:27 — The hip pack trick that saved my passport 18:37 — Water, guidebooks & apps 20:11 — Camino credential: what it is and why it matters 21:44 — Camera deep-dive (DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Ricoh GR3) 🎒 Planning your Camino? Subscribe for weekly gear guides, route breakdowns, and honest advice from someone who's walked it. Camino Portugués 2026 prep starts now. #CaminoDeSantiago #CaminoPacking #CaminoFrances #SantiagoDeCompostela #CaminoGear #WhatToPack #CaminoPortugues