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@Cayou, St Jean is in France. There is no general obligation to wear masks on the streets in French towns, and there is only a handful of towns where the mayor has made it obligatory and often only for selected (busy) streets and markets, not for the whole town. SJPP is not among them, I have checked the newest edict for the area, valid from 5 August until 31 August 2020.4 adults in St Jean and no masks ???
Amazing photos!! Thank you it bought back fond memories of my first day, first camino Buen Camino have a lovely walk!
I am jealous! Don't mind admitting it. Enjoy every single moment. Buen Camino!
It's right ! !@Cayou, St Jean is in France. There is no general obligation to wear masks on the streets in French towns, and there is only a handful of towns where the mayor has made it obligatory and often only for selected (busy) streets and markets, not for the whole town. SJPP is not among them, I have checked the newest edict for the area, valid from 5 August until 31 August 2020.
@MickMac, brilliant photos, what a clear view!
Beautiful pixs thanks for sharing!
I don’t think there has ever been a pilgrim not caught in a thunderstorm near Los Arcis,From Gareth today.
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Doesn't surprise me. I have a friend/coworker who lives in Bilbao within a few meters of the Norte who just lost his father with COVID. Be safe.Just received from "Gareth" , referring to post regarding regulations on face masks in Galicia, from guest member casa susana, posted on the forum to respect Villages and wear face mask in public areas.
"Thanks Mick, everyone is wearing masks here unless in the mountains. People are being good. The police are everywhere today ensuring compliance. "
It seemed to us, in 2014, that the hills of the "scenic version" of the path were breeding the storm. Rather like the hills along the Norte do. Nothing is quite like being part of a long string of the highest things in the large hay field during a thunderstorm with the bolts not all-that-far-away!I don’t think there has ever been a pilgrim not caught in a thunderstorm near Los Arcis,
so keep your wet weather gear handy
It seemed to us, in 2014, that the hills of the "scenic version" of the path were breeding the storm. Rather like the hills along the Norte do. Nothing is quite like being part of a long string of the highest things in the large hay field during a thunderstorm with the bolts not all-that-far-away!
hopefully onto Finnisterre
From Gareth today.
The village is CirauquiGareth, kia ora (greetings) and please tell me the location of the second image on this day - 9 August - of the village on the hill with the footpath wending its way down and up to it.
Kia kaha (take care, be strong, get going when you can)
Gareth off to Hontanus tomorrow just received:
Yes going to Hontanas. The nice Spanish lady told me that everything is closed there except the municipal albergue. You can’t reserve it, so I’ll need to hit the road early. In fairness they have 45 beds and I think there is only about 30 people walking. It should be fine
Kerrymen even more so.That was just his tip, you know Dub, s are generous.
The village is Cirauqui
I would love to meet Gareth on his return - in the Epic Centre on the Liffey. A perfect place for a coffee with as much social distance as weather allows, because you can meet outside with the coffees you buy inside. The coffee will be on me...From Gabriel luz de Fromista Alburgue :
" Garreth has been here.
He is an incredible, fantastic person, his way of understanding life, the Camino, and listening, makes it a real pleasure to be with him, although I am left with a slight feeling of having talked too much and I need to have heard more about him .
Mick, thank you for giving me the opportunity to meet Garreth. He is also one of the great reasons for being here, on the Camino. And one of those people who leave a feeling of sadness when they leave."
Maybe our most favorite placeHi Mick, 29km today was a little painful, but this was mitigated by beautiful views. The day was overcast with a little refreshing rain. It was a nice day.
I took your suggestion and booked a hotel room. Heaven! The staff here were great, and the food was good too. I had a lovely dinner with a German and a Dutch guy. Really nice conversation and companionship.
I also text Gabriel, though I’m not sure if it got through. I’ll see him in Frómista tomorrow.
Tomorrow will be my fun day. I’ll walk to lunch time, sleep and then set out at night. It was a little overcast today, so hopefully it will be a little clearer. Either way, I look forward to the adventure.View attachment 81142View attachment 81143View attachment 81144View attachment 81145View attachment 81146View attachment 81147View attachment 81148View attachment 81149View attachment 81150View attachment 81151
So nice to see your pic of St. Anton, think our favoriteHi Mick, 29km today was a little painful, but this was mitigated by beautiful views. The day was overcast with a little refreshing rain. It was a nice day.
I took your suggestion and booked a hotel room. Heaven! The staff here were great, and the food was good too. I had a lovely dinner with a German and a Dutch guy. Really nice conversation and companionship.
I also text Gabriel, though I’m not sure if it got through. I’ll see him in Frómista tomorrow.
Tomorrow will be my fun day. I’ll walk to lunch time, sleep and then set out at night. It was a little overcast today, so hopefully it will be a little clearer. Either way, I look forward to the adventure.View attachment 81142View attachment 81143View attachment 81144View attachment 81145View attachment 81146View attachment 81147View attachment 81148View attachment 81149View attachment 81150View attachment 81151
Have just cancelled my September Camino.Due to UK GOV travel advice rendering insurance void,coupled with age of 73,I have little choice.I was due to walk Burgos to Ponferrada from 5th for my 7th trip as I love the Meseta and the lovely people I meet on the way.It is so good to see the photos you've been sent,even if it makes me so envious and sad.Thank you for your posts.From Gabriel luz de Fromista Alburgue :
" Garreth has been here.
He is an incredible, fantastic person, his way of understanding life, the Camino, and listening, makes it a real pleasure to be with him, although I am left with a slight feeling of having talked too much and I need to have heard more about him .
Mick, thank you for giving me the opportunity to meet Garreth. He is also one of the great reasons for being here, on the Camino. And one of those people who leave a feeling of sadness when they leave."
Count me in if you do arrange that (allowing for government restrictions on gatherings of course!!!) . I would love so much to get back to the camino this year but hard to see it happening. Torn between jealousy of Gareth's and desire to hear all about it!I would love to meet Gareth on his return - in the Epic Centre on the Liffey. A perfect place for a coffee with as much social distance as weather allows, because you can meet outside with the coffees you buy inside. The coffee will be on me...
Fantastic pictures - my feet are twitching
I want a Tayto Park mask like yours! Sorry to hear of the shin splint problem. I won’t waste your time offering other remedies, just keep trying for ibuprufeno. I was wondering actually, why the silence. Your photos are so evocative, “memories are made of this...” if you have to hop on a bus or take a taxi, do it, because you have a return flight to catch, I imagine.[26/08, 20:28] Gareth: Thanks for that. Just watched the video too. Will try some massage and to stretch sitting on the heels.
I’m in Orbigo now. It’s a nice place, and I had a good feed earlier. The albergue is good too. There seems to be less and less walkers as I go on. I almost have the Camino to myself!
My reply:
[26/08, 20:35] michaelmcaul: It's sad when you reach foncebadon there is a good place trasgu foncebadon pricey but nice, before that is alternative rabanal de camino was a big stop for pilgrims.
It gets tough a bit of climbing to come. It must be lonely with not many about but try to enjoy it.
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Michael ., Gareth sounds like a lovely pilgrim.I bought it from a lovely lady from London in a shop called A Step on the Way. It’s on the left just as you approach the Cathedral in Astorga. It sounds like she has had a rough time lately between the pandemic and other things. If anyone is passing please drop in with a smile and maybe pick something up. You’ll be glad that you stopped by.
I apoligise if it takes a while to open thread posts
Why don't you use the thumbnail option then? I think it is the recommended way to insert the pictures into the posts (I've seen a post about it in one of the threads).
I realize that a thumbnail uses less but thought it would be easier for instant view for members..