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    Camino del Norte

    Now 16 days on on the CDN and need to decide if I take the Primitivo or stay on the Norte. If anyone has done both which is the most scenic and has the less asphalt? Thanks Mark
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    Camino del Norte

    Unfortunately I didn’t get to see the inside 😂 I’m trying to do it old skool style but proving difficult since Santander. The plus side is I’m finding some nice places off main stages, the down side is long days and extra km’s. Now off to Pendieles via the coastal route, Buen Camino 😉
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    Camino del Norte

    Just arrived at the beautiful Albergue in Columbres. It has 117 beds and I’m the first pilgrim to arrive. They have turned me away as the place is fully booked. Absolutely shocking!
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    Is AllTrails useful on the Norte?

    Hi Silvamomma, I’ve never used Alltrails so can’t comment. After 4 days on the trail trail my experience so far is that the reviews are aimed at Pilgrims of all ages and capability. If you’re an experienced hill walker these trails are moderate with some strenuous sections. By the time you...
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    Camino del Norte

    I’m on day 2 of the CDN and I’m just blown away by the views. Day 1 Irun to San Sebastián, day 2 San Sebastián to Askizu Buen Camino
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    Death of American pilgrim in Castromaior today

    Really sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
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    Ground conditions - Camino Del Norte

    Great advice, ive made a note to check them out.
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    Ground conditions - Camino Del Norte

    Thank Gary, thats super useful info from someone already on the trail. Buen Camino
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    Ground conditions - Camino Del Norte

    Thanks Tom, i'll take your advice.
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    Ground conditions - Camino Del Norte

    Thanks for the info, most useful. Regards mark
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    Ground conditions - Camino Del Norte

    Hi, ive been training for my CDN in two weeks time and thought i'd get some UK coastline under my belt (Scarborough to Robin hoods Bay). I have to say i was just not prepared for the amount for the sheer amount of mud on the trail. Ankle deep in places with parts of the path washed away and in...
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    Coastal alternatives to the Norte's asphalt

    Im starting on 23 April so you will be a few weeks ahead of me. Please keep us updated on your progress.
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    Coastal alternatives to the Norte's asphalt

    I'm preparing to start my own Camino Norte in just over 4 weeks and will be hoping to include all of these alternatives. Its really valuable to have these all in one place for reference. Many thanks to Laurie and Kosmos for putting these together along with everyones updates and comments. I'll...
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    LIVE from the Camino Starting the Camino del Norte January 30th 2024

    Just found this post. Great updates, im doing the del Norte in April so will be avidly following your posts. Keep up the good work. Bien Camino.
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    Camino Del Norte - April 2024

    Thanks Trecile, very useful. If i aim for 33 days it gives me two days to spare. I am fit for my age am experienced in mountain / hill walking in the past. I am currently walking 15 -20km everyday and will be stepping up my training next month.
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    Camino Del Norte - April 2024

    Hi Milena, i'll keep an eye out for you. Buen Camino
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    Camino Del Norte - April 2024

    Thanks for the info Trecile. May need to have a rethink or miss a few of the alternate routes?
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    Camino Del Norte - April 2024

    H,i, I'm new to this forum and and plan to do my first Camino (Del Norte) starting on 24 April in Irun. My aim is to do the walk in 31 days but following all of the coastal alternatives, I have also planned in 3 days contingency. Has anyone completed the route in this timeframe that can...

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