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The nuns do not live in Carrion all year round. They normally arrive and open April 1, but considering Easter falls that week, they may or may not be open yet.
They sing and pray all day, even while cleaning, beginning at 5am and 5pm vespers, and again 9:30pm. These services are usually private...
I always have phone # handy for taxis and lodgings where I will be staying to call in case I need help. Pictures of taxi service ads are great. Usually, one taxi services multiple towns along a riute. To me, having a working phone and data are as essential as my first aid kit.
So glad you are safe. Wish you continued buen camino.
Always carry a local phone and pray for a signal.
I had a similar experience walking in Sicily this November. I overestimated how far I could walk before dark and it was getting dark and raining. I couldn't get a phone signal to call for...
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