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My sister and I are planning our third camino from Porto to Santiago starting March 18 and ending April 2. Are 'current' plan is to begin on the senda litoral/coastal route then moving to the central route on day 8.
Any feedback on weather, closures during this time and the impact on the camino...
Hi Michele. I had the same concerns and am 60, but the stretch over the P from SJPP to R was incredible! Actually, one if not my top favorite segment along the Frances! You can do it! I suggest staying the night in Orisson and then finishing to R the next day. My sister and I posted a very...
I see a lot of posts that are from the summer about this topic, but what is the current COVID requirements to fly from the US into France? Is a QR code needed? Thanks!
I am bringing a second pair - my Teva Universal Trail Sandals. These are a bit heavy at 1lb. 0.48oz., but I feel I need to give my feet a break sometimes from walking in my trail runners. Also, when I get to a town and want to explore it, I'd rather be in these than my runners. I think having a...
Doug. What are your thoughts about using just fixomul directly on the blister? Also, what do you think of using lamb's wool when you are first feeling a hot spot and then fixomul if it develops into a blister. Thanks!
I am planning to stay overnight at Orisson and hiking to Roncesvalles the next morning. I see that there is an alternative segment that is not as steep as the main trail. This segment kicks you out onto N-135 just north of Roncesvalles. Everything was booked in Roncesvalles so we booked a place...
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