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I want to second this!Lots of people will chime in with their favorite towns and cities along the Camino Francés, but in my opinion the best place to take a rest day is when your body tells you that it needs a rest.
I feel the same. If I need a rest I prefer to walk two short days in a row, and stay in a private room the night between the two short days.I felt weird not walking and kind of wished I had taken a short day instead.
Unexpected fiestas is another good reason not to over plan your Camino!I concur - rest when your body tells you. With a caveat - if there happens to be a fiesta in town - think about staying!
You got that right. Some of the best cities I stayed in to rest if you put a gun to my head I could not remember the names ofLots of people will chime in with their favorite towns and cities along the Camino Francés, but in my opinion the best place to take a rest day is when your body tells you that it needs a rest.
Plenty to do and see en-route Burgos is fantastic with the cathedrals the home of El cid the nesting egrets at this time of year and the really brown friendly squirrells that come out to play early in the morning on your way through the park is much photogenic than that straight road out of Burgos. Then Leon is Fantastic with so much to do one could be forgiven for forgetting the route to Santiago and forging a path to night life which is pleasing now that we are starting a return to what was before.I plan to take 4 rest days along the French from SJDP. Any suggestions on best cities or sites to take those rest day?
Pamplona, Logrono, Leon, Burgos or AstorgaI plan to take 4 rest days along the French from SJDP. Any suggestions on best cities or sites to take those rest day?
Burgos Leon ponferrada my best followed by LogronoI plan to take 4 rest days along the French from SJDP. Any suggestions on best cities or sites to take those rest day?
Pamplona, Burgeos, Leone, and Ocevaro. Nicely placed and lots of history.I plan to take 4 rest days along the French from SJDP. Any suggestions on best cities or sites to take those rest day?
It won't be everyone's idea of a rest day but mine is to walk a short distance to a small town or village and then just sit in the sun with a beer in my hand. It actually is fun watching other pilgrims walk bye. Often one or two will stop for a chat. And of course, I don't feel guilty because I still moved forward even if it's only 10k. My favourite was walking from Mañeru to Lorca then stopped at first albergue on the right. Made friends with the owners, did a little work helping out with light chores, enjoyed a few drinks and was given a free breakfast before I left next morning. I don't really want to spend a rest day sightseeing around big cities in blazing sunshine. But that's just me. As I said at start, not everyone's cup of teaI plan to take 4 rest days along the French from SJDP. Any suggestions on best cities or sites to take those rest day?
Tom, I had in mind the Meson los Templarios when I commended Villalcazar. I’ll cheerfully eat there twice in a dayGoing with Tinc's idea of a rest day versus a tourist day I nominate Sahagün. It bills itself as the halfway point on the Frances and you can pickup a fancy certificate there. There are some things to see but they won't wear you out and you won't be far from the the seats on the plaza major.
I really like Tinc's suggestion of Villafranca del Bierzo but not his one of Villalcázar de Sirga. I had a rest day there while Peg was sick in bed. Go just a few kilometers further to Carrion de Condés.
Peg caused the next albergue past the meson some problems with her illness so we owed them to spend our money there. Hopefully we won't be recognized next time we pass though town and we can try your place.Tom, I had in mind the Meson los Templarios when I commended Villalcazar. I’ll cheerfully eat there twice in a day
Define rest? Sightseeing, shopping, fine dining, laying on a lounge all day letting you feet breath.I plan to take 4 rest days along the French from SJDP. Any suggestions on best cities or sites to take those rest day?
villafranca was lovely and we saw people chillin in the water. One for next time me thinksI agree with the message to not over plan. And short walking days work well for visiting the bigger cities. You can not anticipate how you will feel and the surprises you will find. For example, we arrived early enough in Villafranca del Bierzo to find and enjoy a river with beach. The cold water was a great cure for my achy joints, and those that didn’t fancy the icy water, relaxed on the bank.
Which hotel did you stay in while in Portomarin? I'm looking for private rooms and bathrooms.One of the best days I've ever had was in Portomarin. Not a town I'd especially recommend, but when I got up to start walking that day, I felt weary. It was getting towards the end of my first walk, from SDJDP. I decided to wait until the cafes opened and have a proper breakfast. As I sat outside enjoying a leisurely cafe con leche, stall holders starting arriving, it was street market day. Stayed the whole day, watching the locals, watching new pilgrims arrive, and stayed in a good hotel that night. Pure relaxation.
After that I was well refreshed and enjoyed the rest of the walk to SDC.
I concur - rest when your body tells you. With a caveat - if there happens to be a fiesta in town - think about staying! Or if there is stuff you want to see. I am now a bit of a tourist because I've been doing this for 20 years and now I think "I may never walk this way again".
But I do understand the drive people have to keep going.
My first Camino coming up, and I am with you, just see how it goes and see where you end up!I walked my first camino in 2016 and planned 2 rest days in a 30 day camino. didn't need any as just couldn't see the need to rest up and my legs just wanted to walk. Its purely down to the person and your fitness. If you do need to rest I liked the cities of Burgos and Logrono as well as Leon. we had a good night in each city and sure they would be good for a stop over. I am on the French way again in May and don't have any stop overs planned. I'll let things happen as they do... Buen Camino