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  1. TheTinkerBell

    O Cebreiro starting logistics etc

    @jpes - I'm walking from O'Cebreiro to Fisterra & Muxia in 3 weeks time. If you are travelling through Dublin, just note that, as of now, the Aer Lingus flight arrives in Santiago @ 16.20h, which means you will need to stay in the city overnight to get the bus to Pedrafita do Cebreiro the...
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    Where to take rest days

    Hi Luc, You won't regret any of the stops you have mentioned in your post (Logrono, Burgos, Leon and Santiago). They're all fabulous places with rich history and something for everybody. Buen Camino!
  3. TheTinkerBell

    Extra day off

    I'd agree with jeffrey - bus from Sarria to Lugo and stay there. I did free days in Burgos, Leon and Ponferrada and (for me) the third location really didn't measure up to the first two. I've visited Lugo subsequently, btw. On my next full CF, I'll be making sure to stay the first free day in...
  4. TheTinkerBell

    Preferred/Nicest Stretches of Camino Frances?

    If it's 'energy' Gipsy Moon is looking for, I'd second this days' walking. The emotion of CdF will remain with me forever.
  5. TheTinkerBell

    not the Camino I had envisioned

    Kate and Jack, never give up. NEVER give up.
  6. TheTinkerBell

    average days to do the CF?

    Based on your description of your physical fitness, I'd say you'd have no trouble averaging 15miles / 24 kms per day. That works out at approx. 33 days. Throw in 2 or 3 days for contingencies / rest days and you have your answer. The important thing is to walk at your own pace and no-one...
  7. TheTinkerBell

    The best way to prepare to walk the Camino ...

    As with everything, it's different strokes for different folks. Surprised that no-one has linked training the body with training the mind. The Camino is tough, both mentally and physically. Some basic tai chi principles helped me conquer the days where physically I was struggling. Simple things...
  8. TheTinkerBell

    The Scallop Shell

    The coat of arms for A Coruna features 7 golden scallop shells surrounding the Tower of Hercules. I am open to correction but as far as I know, they represent the 7 regions of the Kingdom of Galicia.
  9. TheTinkerBell

    Has anyone attended a soccer game along the Camino Frances?

    I've been to a good few games on, or close to, the Camino - Pamplona (Osasuna), Bilbao, Lugo and A Coruna. Unfortunately for you, Deportivo La Coruna are playing away from home around the time you finish. I've been in the Estadio Riazor many times in the last ten years and would highly...
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    Seriously thinking of changing the start...

    You did 20kms over undulating terrain and you're not even 100% healthy? You'll have NO problems!! The most I ever did before starting from SJPP was 14km on flat ground. Start out early in the morning, shorten the stride going up, breath well, take breaks as often as you need and enjoy!!
  11. TheTinkerBell

    Recommendations & advice welcome on the Leon - Santiago stretch

    Edward, You don't say where your return flight leaves from. If it's Santiago, I'd suggest taking a 40 minute train journey to A Coruna for your day by the sea. Stay in the Hotel Riazor or the Melia Maria Pita, both of which are on the beach and have spectacular views. Take a walk around the...
  12. TheTinkerBell

    Elvis' bar

    My brother had a right hooley in this bar one day in June 2013 (were you there then sagalouts? ;)). Being a day behind, I received a number of indecipherable texts from him all throughout the evening and it wasn't until the next morning when I got another text explaining all. He went through...
  13. TheTinkerBell

    How to take care of your feet !!!

    Keep 'em dry at all times. Nothing precipitates blisters as much as moisture. A little foot/talcum powder at night and in the morning also helps me. Might not be cool, but it works for anyone with 'hot feet'.
  14. TheTinkerBell

    How arduous is the climb over the Pyrenees?

    Heed this sage advice, people! How does a bicycle or car get up steep inclines? You've got to drop into low gears. It seems paradoxical, but the more steps you take going uphill, the easier the ascent will be. Don't lunge and attempt big strides. You'll only strain muscles that way. The tip to...
  15. TheTinkerBell

    How do people adjust to home after their return from the Camino?

    Hi Catherine! The big thing for me was to get used to the negativity all around me. You're Irish, you can understand!! The first time I got back into my car and turned on the radio, it was set to Newstalk and it was one whinge after another, so I just switched it off. Money, politicians...
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    How Does the Food Rate? Poll !

    I've been to 3/4 of those countries, but have sampled dishes from all of them at some stage, albeit in Ireland or somewhere else I've been. Spanish food can be very good and very bad, but that's the same the world over. The important ingredients are freshness of produce and simplicity in...
  17. TheTinkerBell

    September 2014 Wine Festival Logroño -- Stop or not?

    Couldn't agree more with Nancy's approach above. Any further Camino for me will revolve around a stopover here before Leon and Burgos.
  18. TheTinkerBell

    Franco & Me......and Claude

    The laughs are all on us - these are excerpts from his already-written best seller!! Nice one!
  19. TheTinkerBell

    LIVE from the Camino Live from the Camino Frances

    My Dad walks to Rabanal today. If you happen to meet him, please say hello. Apparently, he's regaling fellow pilgrims with his renditions of 'Danny Boy'. He's in his element!
  20. TheTinkerBell

    Pizza in Leon

    It's called Pizzeria La Competencia. As you can see from their website, they also have bases in Burgos and Ponferrada. If I remember well, I had the Caribena pizza in Leon, with curry chicken. Sensational flavour. http://www.pizzerialacompetencia.com/index.php/Leon

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