Historical records dating back to the 16th century describe similar practices among Galician seafarers and farmers. After completing their daily labors, these communities would engage in what they called "andar a noite" (walking the night), visiting specific landmarks, sharing stories, and performing small rituals to ensure protection from malevolent spirits.
In recent years, Fu10 has experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among young people and those interested in alternative spirituality. Modern practitioners of Fu10 have adapted the traditional practice to suit their needs, incorporating elements of contemporary spirituality, ecology, and personal growth.
The crawl begins in the municipal term of Guitiriz, famous for its hot springs. Here, the thermal vapors mix with the cold night air, creating ground fog that hugs the tarmac. Drivers report a strange acoustic phenomenon here: the sound of the engine seems to lag behind the car. It is disorienting, forcing you to rely solely on peripheral vision. The technique here is the Crawl Lento —never exceeding 45 km/h, keeping the left tires on the center line to avoid the soft, muddy shoulders where the lucus (dark forests) swallow the light.
From the jagged cliffs of the Coast of Death ( Costa da Morte ) to abandoned lighthouses and military batteries, the Galician coast offers an eerie, isolated playground. Night crawling along these routes involves navigating the elements, listening to the crashing Atlantic surf, and exploring structural relics left behind by history. 3. Celtic Myth and Modern Mysticism