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I started from St Jean 1st April in dreadful weather (snow) so Valcarlos route and 8 hours hard but stunningly beautiful walking up to Roncesvalles. It was a baptism of fire for day 1 of my first Camino but I wouldn’t change a moment of it! The special atmosphere of St Jean, my ‘family’ of...
Your story has been inspirational for me. I had hit a bit of a ‘low’ about my upcoming trip planned for early April from St Jean on my own.
Napoleon route closed or dangerous for lone walk, N135 worse? Start further on? Etc etc.
But your writing reminded me of the wonders I too could...
Hello again Coloradowalker
Well, I managed it but I’m no expert and I’m afraid I now can’t remember!
Perhaps someone more experienced could give advice?
Many thanks!
Jane
Hello Coloradowalker, thank you for the message. That’s great! Though the opportunity may come for me to start 2 days earlier on the 1st. Are you committed to the 3rd?
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