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Be aware about 2 kms before arriving to alcuescar, just after passing saint john's cross. A hostel-owner with belief in private initiative has painted over (with yellow paint!) arrows pointing to the refugio and instead made arrows pointing to his hostal, a deviation of 3k and pricy. Keep right...
Starting VdlP April 1st 2014 from Seville. Walked in 2012, and remember I ignored new route caused by right-of-way-dispute over finca-land somewhere near Grimaldo, and walked the old path in peace. Is it still possible to do this or are there strong reasons to walk the "new" and somewhat longer...
hello everyone,
thanks to all past pilgrims sharing their experiences and advice! And thanks to other newcomers asking questions I might have forgotten to ask. Now I know more about boots, blisters, socks, sleeping bags and the strong opinions about those worldly matters than I could hope for...
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