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  1. TheBigT

    Rough In Planning Support

    Wise words David, thanks
  2. TheBigT

    Rough In Planning Support

    I think we all have a comfort level for uncertainty. Speaking as a fellow with some health problems, my risk profile is a lot different from some other people. In general, it means that I plan more rather than less. However, on my three caminos so far, the plan has changed and modified as I...
  3. TheBigT

    Rethinking my CF-ish route after Burgos (and I start in 7 days!)

    I did this last year (rented an ebike) as my feet were done by Burgos from SJPDP. Cycled Burgos to Leon. Still challenging, make sure the seat is new or newish and, THIS IS MOST IMPORTANT, get a proper fitting pair of bike shorts with padding. I did not and suffered the consequences. My...
  4. TheBigT

    Join for a Coffee or Wine in Leon - March 3rd

    Thanks for all the kind suggestions, I am now in Madrid and waiting for the train north to Leon.
  5. TheBigT

    Join for a Coffee or Wine in Leon - March 3rd

    Hello all. I am return to Leon to finish my CF started from France last year. I will be in Leon for the 3rd and start walking on the 4th. If anyone is around and feels like a glass of wine or a coffee with a fellow forum participant, just let me know via PM, thanks.
  6. TheBigT

    My Camino de Santiago: Reflections and a Heart Opened

    Curious. what is special about the Oceanus Hostel? I have not yet been to Finnesterre.....
  7. TheBigT

    Weather in March, Camino Frances, Leon-Santiago - your experience?

    Thanks for the feedback everyone. I started the CF last March 3 (2023) and it was snow for the first two days, cool into Pamplona and then warm all the way. Sounds like the I will almost certainly need the gloves, beanie etc. sounds wonderful, in fact :)
  8. TheBigT

    Weather in March, Camino Frances, Leon-Santiago - your experience?

    I am planning on completing my CF from Leon to Santiago in March 2024. I can see the monthly average temperature etc. online but was interested in the experience of others. If you have done this section in March, please share your perceptions and lessons learned, thanks!
  9. TheBigT

    Sahagun worth it for tourism?

    In the early spring of this year, travelling alone on the Camino before Easter I stayed two nights (one full day of rest) in Sahagun. Enjoyed the stay and had a wonderful Camino experience. It was a Monday before Easter (2 weeks before) and everything was closed museum wise. As I was talking...
  10. TheBigT

    New religious heritage museum in Carrión de los Condes church

    Currently taking a rest day and staying a night at the Monastery Zoila hotel. The Monestary museum is very good, the 15th century cloister is quite stunning. Theme of the exhibits is the influence of Cluny on the Camino and religious practise in Spain. If this is your thing, I highly recommend.
  11. TheBigT

    New religious heritage museum in Carrión de los Condes church

    I went there yesterday, first day open to the public in the evening I think. Wonderful displays and an innovative use of the partially collapsed church in the middle of town. Admission is free, I enjoyed a hour of reviewing the displays.
  12. TheBigT

    Baggage Transfer from SJPDP to Roncesvalles

    Just did this last week. Jacotrans will pick up in SJPP. https://www.jacotrans.es/
  13. TheBigT

    Conditions in Roncesvalles

    In Pamplona today, just came SJPP/ Valcarlos/ Roncesvalles / Zubiri over the last 4 days (I am a slow goer). I concur with many comments above: 1) inform yourself of current weather 2) have proper clothes and shoes for the worst weather, as it can change in 15 min 3) start the day with proper...
  14. TheBigT

    Very impressive walk for a peregrino but I wonder if his companion thought it was a good idea

    As a more general observation, there has been a massive fall in the number of working agricultural animals due to automation of all kinds. A working donkey is a living donkey. No job, no-one wants them.
  15. TheBigT

    Very impressive walk for a peregrino but I wonder if his companion thought it was a good idea

    I second this review. A great book and truly respectful of donkeys
  16. TheBigT

    Accommodation on the meseta close to Burgos in February

    Tony: that is some walking - 44km in one day. I am over 60 now and that looks like long day :)

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