Camino Ingles

[Grannydebz]

Does anyone have any information on this walk?

 

[Bradypus]

Does anyone have any information on this walk?

There is a great deal of information in the Gronze guide to the route. Lists of accommodation, elevation profiles, route descriptions and so on. Could you be more specific about the information you are looking for?

Camino Inglés | Camino de Santiago | Gronze.com

El Camino Inglés corresponde a la ruta de peregrinación utilizada en la Edad Media por devotos ingleses, irlandeses y de otros países del norte de Europa, que llegaban en barco al puerto de A Coruña y, en menor medida, a otros situados en las rías de Ferrol, Ares y Betanzos. Hoy, tras la...

www.gronze.com

 

[Grannydebz]

I'm thinking of doing it around Easter...so wondering how busy and also as it would be my first time if the accomadation is available at that time? But thanks I'll check out the website. GD.

 

[Bradypus]

The Xunta albergues are open all year round. Gronze lists the opening periods for some other accommodation - others you may have to contact directly. Most pilgrim accommodation reopens at Easter. The Camino Ingles is a much quieter route than the Camino Frances but there is also less accommodation available. At peak times there can be pressure on accommodation. If you are walking around Easter - a busy time - then you might consider reserving beds in advance. That is not possible in the Xunta albergues.

 

[C clearly]

There is a whole section of the forum about the Camino Ingles. The thread will be moved to that section. If you click on the words 'Camino Ingles' above your title (of the same name), you will see many threads.

 

[Grannydebz]

Also i know its not busy but how would it be doing it alone? I'm 71 years and don't speak spanish!?

 

[henrythedog]

Does anyone have any information on this walk?

Yes.

There is sufficient accommodation generally but not an excess. The route is not so ‘touristy’ as the Frances. Whilst some basic Spanish would improve your experience it’s not ‘necessary’ just advisable.

Although I’d say it’s my favourite route - and much preferred to the Frances - the period around Easter might see difficulties with accommodation.

 

[Bill's_Walking]

Also i know its not busy but how would it be doing it alone? I'm 71 years and don't speak spanish!?

It was my first Camino experience, I went alone and I love it. I listened to a learning Spanish book on Audible so I had a few phrases down. I found that for the most part that if you try Spanish most people will work with you ( this is true for most countries and their languages based on my limited experience). On my trip I only met Spaniards with one exception, someone from Rome. And there are a couple of fellow pilgrims I still keep in touch with. Try and make reservations for meals. But if you don't most restaurants will squeeze you in if you arrive early (before dinner service) and have a glass of wine. And when you are going to Bruma or Meson de Vento make sure you stop at Casa Avelina.

 

[Andresin]

It was my first Camino experience, I went alone and I love it. I listened to a learning Spanish book on Audible so I had a few phrases down. I found that for the most part that if you try Spanish most people will work with you ( this is true for most countries and their languages based on my limited experience). On my trip I only met Spaniards with one exception, someone from Rome. And there are a couple of fellow pilgrims I still keep in touch with. Try and make reservations for meals. But if you don't most restaurants will squeeze you in if you arrive early (before dinner service) and have a glass of wine. And when you are going to Bruma or Meson de Vento make sure you stop at Casa Avelina.

Bill, when are you walking el ingles? I am 73 and planing for a May walk.

 

[OLDBIKERIDER]

Also i know its not busy but how would it be doing it alone? I'm 71 years and don't speak spanish!?

Go for it. Look for Susan Jagannath’s book on Amazon that has details of the trip. I did some it last week using hostels instead of albergues and it was interesting. I’m 73 years old.

 

[John Sikora]

I'll be walking it in mid-May. 74 and counting. I didn't finish the Ingles last year due to illiness but what I walked, I enjoyed.

 

[JZA]

I'm thinking of doing it around Easter...so wondering how busy and also as it would be my first time if the accomadation is available at that time? But thanks I'll check out the website. GD.

I walked from Ferrol, the only problem I had was because I was following a group of 16 who soaked up some of the accommodation options. But I always found an alternative.

 

[Kirkie]

Does anyone have any information on this walk?

I see you are from UK. Try the St James' Confraternity, they have everything you could ever want to know! Aside of course from above recommendations.

Camino Pilgrim | Confraternity of St James UK

Charity providing information and support on Camino de Santiago

www.csj.org.uk

 

[Bill's_Walking]

Bill, when are you walking el ingles? I am 73 and planing for a May walk

Not for a few years Andresin. I'm doing the Frances now in short stages till I retire.

 

[Kirkie]

I walked from Ferrol, the only problem I had was because I was following a group of 16 who soaked up some of the accommodation options. But I always found an alternative.

For that precise reason, and also because I am slow i booked every night, a new experience for me.

 

[sebastian606]

Is the Camino Ingles a pleasant walk in mid-October-early November? Or is this route too cold and rainy? Thank you.

 

[brianne fitzgerald]

It was my first Camino experience, I went alone and I love it. I listened to a learning Spanish book on Audible so I had a few phrases down. I found that for the most part that if you try Spanish most people will work with you ( this is true for most countries and their languages based on my limited experience). On my trip I only met Spaniards with one exception, someone from Rome. And there are a couple of fellow pilgrims I still keep in touch with. Try and make reservations for meals. But if you don't most restaurants will squeeze you in if you arrive early (before dinner service) and have a glass of wine. And when you are going to Bruma or Meson de Vento make sure you stop at Casa Avelina.

Loved casa Avelina

 

[Turga]

Is the Camino Ingles a pleasant walk in mid-October-early November? Or is this route too cold and rainy? Thank you.

Hard to say if it is too cold and rainy, it may be for some and for others maybe not? It is located in the far north-west which generally is the more chilly and moist corner of Spain.

I walked it in August last year and I did run into some wet and chilly days. Personally, I would not walk it in October/November, but that’s just me - I like warm weather

 

[Silencio Por Favor]

I know others have already given tips regarding resources. If you are slightly apprehensive regarding the first stage from Ferrol to Pontdeume because it is about 30km spend the first night in the town of Neda.

 

[Susan6]

Does anyone have any information on this walk?

Hi I'm doing this walk this week from A Coruna. II travel on Tuesday, have one day to explore A Coruna and start walking on Wednesday to be in Santiago on Sunday. What do you need to know?

 

[suirtean62]

I start from Ferrol on Palm Sunday and I have booked reasonably priced hotels in Ferrol, Pontedeume and Betzanos, private albergue in Bruma and Siguero and in Santiago. I felt on 1st Camino and also Holy week it was best to secure accommodation in advance.

 

[JZA]

I know others have already given tips regarding resources. If you are slightly apprehensive regarding the first stage from Ferrol to Pontdeume because it is about 30km spend the first night in the town of Neda.

 

[JZA]

The way is very flat to Pontdeume so I did not find it difficult. There is a nice Albergue in Neda so that is an option.

 

[sastoneesq]

The way is very flat to Pontdeume so I did not find it difficult. There is a nice Albergue in Neda so that is an option.

And from Pontdeume on, are the hills walkable for older slow pilgrim?

 

[jcat]

And from Pontdeume on, are the hills walkable for older slow pilgrim?

The hills leaving the towns of Pontedeume & Betanzos are fairly steep, but not very long. They really get the heart and lungs pumping first thing in the morning, but they are very doable.

 

[sastoneesq]

Thank you for your reply.

 

[Bill's_Walking]

And from Pontdeume on, are the hills walkable for older slow pilgrim?

Listen to your body. If you do stop to take a break, don't wait till you are exhausted. Its best to recharge when you still have a little energy.

 

[sastoneesq]

Great advice. Thank you.

 

[Larky1888]

Does anyone have any information on this walk?

i am doing it from sunday .. starts in ferrol, hoping to walk over 120km over 5 days

 

[suirtean62]

I am at Hospital de Bruma after 3 day tomorrow Siguero and on to Santiago Thursday. I am not a hiker the hills have challenged since Pontedeume are tough but leave early head down plenty of water it can be done. My next camino will not be the Ingles. Not many English people at present. One thing is blister prevention and care terrain is rough between Betanzos and Bruma

 

[sastoneesq]

Thank you for your information. Buen Camino!

 

[Peterexpatkiwi]

I posted last week (Live- On the Camino Ingles) it was super busy because of Easter, I’m told it’s already quitening down. Definitely ease into it, stop first day in Neda, and even consider stopping off stage - I.e, shorter days if you are concerned. Although I think if you do as suggested above and listen to your body, take it easy with plenty of breaks - and water!! - you’ll be fine. If you have accommodation booked, you have no real deadlines. And no, you won’t be alone! I’m a Kiwi, speak just a couple of words of Spanish and had no issues. Made German, Portuguese, Dutch, Spanish, Palestinian and Danish friends - because they All spoke English as a second language. (Although I also speak German, it wasn’t necessary)Also met many other lovely people. If you look for other Camino Ingles threads, there are several with people leaving soon. Oh, I’m 59, the oldest person I met was 83…..
Buen Camino

 

[sastoneesq]

Thank you!

 

[Cityjune]

They say that Ferrol to Pontedueme is 30km but Brierly’s book describes shorter optional routes of about 20km. What to people think of that?

 

[David with new Kit!]

Yes, you can take options to shorten the day. But unless you are on a time hook, then why cut a short Camino shorter?

I'm doing it in September but I'm stopping in Neda, adding a day. But hey, it's a short amino.

 

[Hertsseasider]

Yep. We are stopping in Neda on day one. Breaking it in easy.

 

[Peterexpatkiwi]

They say that Ferrol to Pontedueme is 30km but Brierly’s book describes shorter optional routes of about 20km. What to people think of that?

It is - a bit over with the variant shortly before Neda, which I recommend- and definitely viable - I’m not overly fit and I comfortably did it in one day ( because of time constraints - but I have to say I didn’t feel ready to stop at Neda). But others I met spent the morning exploring Ferrol, then strolled to Neda in the afternoon as a gentle intro to the week. Seemed imminently sensible to me, hence why I recommended it ( above). And as David says above, why make a short Camino shorter?

 

[Paul McAmino]

It is - a bit over with the variant shortly before Neda, which I recommend- and definitely viable - I’m not overly fit and I comfortably did it in one day ( because of time constraints - but I have to say I didn’t feel ready to stop at Neda). But others I met spent the morning exploring Ferrol, then strolled to Neda in the afternoon as a gentle intro to the week. Seemed imminently sensible to me, hence why I recommended it ( above). And as David says above, why make a short Camino shorter?

Then stroll to Miño, a short easy walk, and go to the beach, or eat lunch at a beachside restaurant. Miño was my “easing in after Covid” stop after Neda, halfway to Pontedeume, after which the walking gets real very quickly.
All the best,
Paul