1.

The clothing of the pilgrims of the Middle Ages is very different from that worn by pilgrims
today, if it were not for the famous scallop, we would not know how to distinguish
between a pilgrim and a hiker. In the past, pilgrims were distinguished by a series of
characteristic elements that we will explain below. The most representative garments are:

Men’s Apparel
The basic clothing for men would be:
 Shirt
 Doublet
 Breeches
 Stockings
 Lachet shoes
 Hat, either broad-brimmed or flat

In the 1620s, both breeches and pants were worn high; the waist size should be measured at the
navel. The seam of the doublet (not including the skirt) should be at the navel.

Women's Apparel
The basic clothing for women would be:
 Coif headwear
 Smock or Shift
 Waistcoat
 Apron
 Petticoat (“skirt”)
 Latchet shoes
Women would also wear brimmed hats, the same as men.

Colors
We know that the Pilgrims wore a variety of colors in their clothing from probate records that
mention the color of various garments, including purple, blue, and green. The deep, rich black
was broadly expansive and was the opposite of demonstrating piety in the early
17th century. Thus, a true black would not have worn by our Pilgrim ancestors.

Acquisition Guide for Dressing as a Pilgrim

To assist members who wish to dress like a pilgrim, we have prepared a procurement guide for
those considering taking part in Social programs and activities, The information in this guide is
based on research and interaction with reenactor groups such as the New Plimmoth Gard. We
have identified vendors where you can purchase seasonally appropriate equipment at reasonable
prices.

Currently we see a large number of pilgrims passing through the road equipped according to the
dress of the XXI century. We see that their equipment is comfortable, with modern footwear
suitable for long journeys and resistant to water, snow and mud. Equipment made of lightweight
materials and fibers, ideal for the long journey. Another essential element for today's pilgrims is
the backpack.
2.
the main diet of the pilgrims would have consisted mainly of a hard tack cracker,
salt pork, dried meats including beef tongue, various pickled foods, oatmeal and
other cereals, and fish. . The main beverage for everyone, including children, was
beer. The Pilgrims believed (and rightly so) that the water was often contaminated
and made people sick; the distillation process killed most of the parasites and
bacteria. It is possible that wine was also drunk, as was aqua-vitae, a more potent
alcohol. The occasional juice of a lemon was also drunk to prevent scurvy.

Once the Pilgrims settled in Plymouth, they slowly began to learn about other food
sources. The bay was full of fish, although the Pilgrims had been ill-equipped to
fish. There were clams, mussels, and other shellfish to be harvested, and the bay
was also full of lobsters. Waterfowl such as ducks and geese were hunted, as were
wild turkeys and other birds, and even occasional deer.

3.
Pilgrims have along the Camino the opportunity for personal reflection, for prayer
and for the enjoyment of friendship and fellowship with other pilgrims from
different countries and traditions. The pilgrimage is an opportunity for spiritual
renewal and growth in personal faith.

The pilgrimage can be made by mere profession of faith or as a method to atone

for some sin according to the religion practiced, and even as thanksgiving for
requests granted to the relevant religious figure. It is also a pilgrimage to visit a
chapel or place that holds sacred relics.