October on the Camino del Norte

[Maugie]

I have walked on the Camino Frances in October and loved it. I am a little concerned that Refugios/Albergues may be closed on this route in October.
Any advice?
Also wonder about footwear..I found walking in good trail shoes perfect on CF do I need boots for the C del Norte?

 

[lettinggo]

Hola

There are fewer albergues on Norte so you should be prepared for some longer walks some days.
Especially the first week can be a challenge.
Overall, I wouldn't be much concerned, especially as you have walked Frances and have experience.
The Norte is overall much like Frances, so what worked on Frances will work on Norte.
As I am sure you have read, do expect more asphalt road walking, but expect equally some stunning ocean walks and beach towns.
I would also read up on Primitivo so you know which way to take once you get to the fork.

Buen Camino
Lettinggo

 

[camino-david]

On the Camino Frances, PRIVATE albergues start closing at the end of September in St Jean and progressively close at the rate of a pilgrim's 'walking so that many are closed by the start of November in Santiago. As a general principal, PUBLIC albergues are open all year. The albergue you stay at each night will know which are open ahead of you for the next night or two.