Best hiking shoes for the Camino de Santiago in 2025

We are entering spring, a time when we begin to plan our routes to devour kilometers discovering the most beautiful landscapes of the country during our next vacation. Would you like to do the Camino de Santiago with the certainty that you will finish it in the best possible way and with the best feelings?

If what you are looking for are some sports shoes with which to face this challenge to the most than famous Galician city, you can not miss the opportunity to get some of the best models of trekking and trail running for the Camino de Santiago. From the RUNNEA editorial team we have updated a list of silhouettes that can fit you well for this major sporting challenge.

As Easter and summer are coming soon, ideal dates to schedule the different and demanding routes of the Camino de Santiago, at RUNNEA we want you to plan. Test your body doing one of the most famous treks in the world and get the model that best suits your style and, of course, your needs and characteristics as an accomplished and active athlete.

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The best hiking shoes to face the Camino de Santiago

If you want to get to Santiago with a smile on your face and your feet intact after a long journey full of all kinds of obstacles and different surfaces, the general recommendation is that you get some of the best hiking shoes -some trail running shoe can also enter into the equation without any problems- to do the Camino de Santiago. Comfort, cushioning, breathability and resistance are some of the features that your shoes must have to get to Santiago without any notable incidents.

Therefore, below we offer you the best models of trekking and trail running so that you can do it successfully and enjoying the whole route.

1. New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
2. Brooks Cascadia 18
3. ASICS Gel Trabuco 13
4. New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail v3
5. Kiprun MT3
6. The North Face Vectiv Exploris 2
7. Joma Tundra
8. Adidas Terrex AX4 Gore-Tex
9. La Sportiva Bushido 3
10. Columbia Konos TRS OutDry
11. HOKA Clifton 9 Gore-Tex
12. Altra Olympus 6
13. Merrell SpeedARC Matis
14. Salomon X Ultra 5
15. Nike Pegasus Trail 5
16. Salomon XA PRO 3D V9
17. Saucony Xodus Ultra 3

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9

Now available, the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9, one of the most popular trail running shoes, not only of the American brand but of the market in general. This is a shoe that stands out for its great comfort and cushioning, ideal for long distances and routes such as the Camino de Santiago.

Brooks Cascadia 18

The Brooks Cascadia 18 is back with a new and improved version to provide greater comfort and dynamism during our training and/or competitions in the mountains. It is one of the most emblematic and popular shoes of the American brand.

ASICS Gel Trabuco 13

The new ASICS Gel Trabuco 13 is a shoe that gives us everything we need to run or walk in the mountains while safe, comfortable and with great cushioning under our feet, a safe bet for the Camino de Santiago.

New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail v3

The New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail v3 offer the highest level of cushioning of the New Balance range, with a high profile and maximalist branding. This new version is updated and enhanced compared to its predecessor.

Kiprun MT3

The Kiprun MT3 is a shoe manufactured by the French multinational that will allow us to face any mountain adventure, either running or walking as in the case of the Camino de Santiago. The new model combines comfort with durability to provide great versatility in a wide range of terrains.

The North Face Vectiv Exploris 2

The new The North Face Vectiv Exploris 2 shoes come to the market of hiking shoes & walking boots as one of the highest quality models for long excursions in the mountains. We are talking about a model with leather finishes with a great inspiration in their trail running models thanks to the latest generation Vectiv technology. A model of great fit and protection, with maximum grip and proven durability.

Joma Tundra

The Joma Tundra is a trail running shoe that provides a good combination of cushioning and stability for our routes through mountain terrain that is not excessively technical or complicated, making it a great option for our journey through the Camino de Santiago.

Adidas Terrex AX4 Gore-Tex

The adidas Terrex AX4 Gore-Tex hiking shoes & walking boots are perfect silhouettes for lovers of mountain routes. It is a model that has a structure reminiscent of a running shoe, so cushioning and comfort are one of the most remarkable aspects. It also has excellent grip on all types of surfaces. These hiking shoes & walking boots in their fourth edition have modified their design in order to launch a shoe with a more attractive design, but maintaining the same technology as its predecessor. They have a less pronounced arch and a groove in the central part of the sole, giving these Terrex AX4 a greater flexibility.

Its EVA midsole provides a very pleasant feeling when wearing them. The upper features waterproof Gore-Tex fabric. The upper has been designed with Prime green, or recycled materials that give the model breathability and lightness. The model has a Continental compound sole, a highly adherent material that guarantees safe and stable steps on all types of terrain and in all weather conditions. These shoes will allow you to walk for hours with extra comfort.

La Sportiva Bushido 3

The new La Sportiva Bushido 3 is now available, one of the most outstanding launches of the Italian brand for this season and which, in this new version, retains the essence that has made it so popular, standing out for the quality of its materials and technologies.

Columbia Konos TRS OutDry

Versatility is one of the main features of the new Columbia Konos TRS OutDry, a shoe designed to offer great comfort and protection in our mountain hikes and which includes advanced technologies and high quality materials.

HOKA Clifton 9 Gore-Tex

The HOKA Clifton 9 Gore-Tex is on the market to bring us great comfort and cushioning, qualities typical of one of the most popular shoes of the brand. This version has a waterproof membrane will protect your feet on the rainiest days of the Camino de Santiago.

Altra Olympus 6

The Altra Olympus 6 is one of the most complete shoes of the North American company and they provide us with greater comfort and safety for our training in the mountains, ideal for light and dynamic athletes to take on the Camino de Santiago at a good pace.

Merrell SpeedARC Matis

The new Merrell SpeedARC Matis is a shoe that fuses the sporty DNA of the brand with advanced technologies that position it as an ideal shoe for walking with comfort and agility throughout the route of the Camino de Santiago.

Salomon X Ultra 5

The Salomon X Ultra 5 is a renewed hiking shoe for those seeking security and stability on single or multi-day routes. Its new structure with Advanced Chassis improves control on uneven terrain, while the upper reinforced with Matryx technology (Kevlar) offers durability without sacrificing breathability. Thanks to the All Terrain Contagrip outsole, you can tackle rocky and wet surfaces with reliable grip, and the EnergyCell midsole ensures comfortable cushioning for every mile. This model is ideal for demanding hikers who want a rugged, performance option with a precise fit and balanced weight. With the Salomons X Ultra 5, you'll feel ready to tackle steep descents and long hikes while maintaining the confidence and comfort you love.

Nike Pegasus Trail 5

The Nike Pegasus Trail 5 is one of the latest novelties of the American multinational, a model that enjoys great popularity and thanks to its comfort and versatility we can use it on the tracks and trails that make up the Camino de Santiago.

Salomon XA PRO 3D V9

The Salomon XA PRO 3D V9 is a shoe which is ideal for more demanding routes. It is one of the most versatile and all-terrain models that Annecy has released.

Saucony Xodus Ultra 3

The Saucony Xodus Ultra 3, is the shoe of the American company designed for running and / or walking long distances over mountainous terrain with great cushioning under our feet and infinite comfort that will allow us to walk for miles and miles without any problem.