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Camino San Salvador

sgmiller

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Starting the Norte in Bilbao on 20 April 2024.
I will be walking the Norte starting at Bilbao later this month and am considering switching to the San Salvador after I get to Oviedo. I would be walking it in the reverse direction beginning about May 8. Any insights into issues I may encounter? I understand that I will need to monitor weather conditions closely. Is the signage good for the reverse direction? Trail conditions? Any accommodation closure in key locations. Thanks!
 
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Hi @sgmiller I’d have to second that sound advice from @Rebekah Scott it’s tough enough without adding those risks. 😎

Regarding the trail - many people, me included, find they cover less distance per hour than on other paths, due to the terrain. In the middle days, I think we were averaging 3 kms or less per hour, so you may want to take that into account in your planning.

The one accommodation recommendation I would give is to stop at Benduenos - it’s between Pajares and Pola de Lena The albergue is very special as is the hospitalera Sandra. A little off the path, and up a hill - but worth every step. For many it's a highlight of the Salvador. 😎
 
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I'm planning a similar camino next month starting on the Norte then heading south on Salvador and then onto the Invierno. I agree it may not be as straight forward going in the North direction however I did walk the North direction in 2022 so I have some familiarity with the route. I hoping to update my planning resources on the Salvador since then.
 
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