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  1. camster

    Laundry on the Francigena

    Hello! I'm starting research on the VF and, having walked the Camino Francés, I wonder how laundry/hand washing facilities and situations compare on the Francigena. I know there are more private accommodations, and not that many albergues, so I wonder. Do hosts offer to wash your laundry...
  2. camster

    Lost & Found Australian bank card in Puente la Reina

    I'm sharing info here from a fb group called Camino Francés. Someone named Fiona Rice on the group claims, on April 6th, she found an Australian bank card. (see top post in attached picture) She says to pm her on that group if you are the person or have info.
  3. camster

    Help finding Casa Ivar?

    Hi! I am currently on Trav. Universidade, where my gps says I have arrived, but I'm at this square, on the side of an old church that looks to be turned into a university pavilion. I cannot find any address or any sign that says Casa Ivar. Can someone help guide me in the right direction? Thanks!
  4. camster

    4 days to spare after Finisterre and Muxia

    Hello, I am currently walking the Finisterre loop and wanted to book 18-21 August in Muxia, but everything is booked, except for this room with 3 beds, not on the side of the ocean, but inside in Muxia. Can you guys help with ideas of places I could go (and stay, no trekking) for a few days...
  5. camster

    This is where to obtain halfway certificate in Sahagun

    I'm currently in Sahagun and I was told to go and get the halfway Compostela at the Santuario de la Peregrina when I was at the Tourism Office. Passing the info for those interested.
  6. camster

    Sending package to Ivar from CDG airport

    Hello, my camino is officially starting July 2nd and I plan on shipping my airport backpack carrier along with post camino clothes at Ivar's from the Charles de Gaulle airport when I land. The items add quite a few pounds that I wish to not lug around and over the pyrenees into Spain. I saw in...
  7. camster

    Checking your backpack on flights

    Someone told me to put my bag in a trash bag or some heavy duty bag and let the handle come through the top to attach bag infos to it before I arrive to the airport. I was thinking it was already a service provided by the airline (sarran wrapping), for a fee. What has been your experience with...
  8. camster

    Are there still places that require masks on the Francés this year?

    I'll be walking the Francés from june 29-august 24 and am wondering if certain cathedrals/churches, tourist areas or museums still require a mask. Thank you!
  9. camster

    Sony ZV-1 camera and charging

    I can't find any information online to figure out if I can simply use the USB end of my cable and plug it directly into the canadian/european socket I'll bring with me or if I need to use a converter/or an adaptor for current for my ZV-1. It says nothing like "120-240v" on my battery or camera...
  10. camster

    Where to stay in Vega de Valcarce?

    I'm browsing around, using the pdf form from the forum and it looks like many albergues and lodgings are permanently closed in Vega de Valcarce. Anyone knows of places still open there? Thank you!
  11. camster

    Renting horses to O Cebreiro

    I have read here a few posts regarding renting a horse from a person named Victor. I have many questions: - Do you need to book in advance? - Is there more than one departure every day and if not, what time do I need to be there in order to be on time - Some people say you can ride with your...
  12. camster

    Are you always allowed to handwash your clothes?

    Funny question, but I was looking at services and accommodations of various albergues and some of them do not have the facilities or option for handwashing. Does it mean you have to manage in some way to handwash, without their facilities being equipped for it, or you absolutely have to use the...
  13. camster

    Vodafone vs Orange

    I'm researching on sim cards and I would like to know which provider has the quickest data/internet connection. If some of you have used both before and can help me compare, I would appreciate it.
  14. camster

    How do you get to the Atapuerca dig site?

    I'm looking to go and see the dig site at Atapuerca, but I wonder if I have to go very far off path or if it's easily findable. Thanks!
  15. camster

    Sahagun worth it for tourism?

    I know you can get a halfway point compostella at the tourism office, but are there enough things to see to spend a whole day there? Since it's close to Mansilla de las Mulas and Leon, I don't want to stop days at a time too often, close in range. Same question for Mansilla de las Mulas.. Thanks!
  16. camster

    Is Logrono worth spending a day off?

    I'm thinking about spending a day in Logrono, but I want to make sure it's as worth it as Pamplona, Leon, Burgos, and the likes. Are there restaurants or museums or wineries, etc. that should be visited?
  17. camster

    Zariquiegui, any idea if accommodations have reopened this year?

    I'm looking into stops between Pamplona and Puente la Reina, and Zariquiegui would have seemed to be a good stopping point. There are 2 albergues, but I have read that in 2022 they had not reopened still. Any idea if they are currently open?
  18. camster

    How busy are July and August usually?

    I'm reading all sorts of things about the Francés being super busy right now and the high season being in May. I was wondering how quiet does it usually get in July and August, compared to May, or the high season, as I will be walking from beginning of July to end of August. What's the usual...
  19. camster

    Meals in Roncesvalles, worth it?

    I'm about to book Roncesvalles and I have a choice of breakfasts, picnic and diner. Are they worth it? Are they served at fixed times? I ask because I intend to go to the pilgrims mass at night too. Is the diner a sort of communal meal at a big table? Also, is the breakfast served at a...
  20. camster

    Average daily expenses?

    I'm planning on being on the camino for about 50-55 days. I'm having a hard time trying to estimate the daily expenses and cash on hand needed as things have changed in price since the pandemic. I was hoping for a budget of 3000$ CAD (2000 euro) to suffice. Can anyone share their average expenses?

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