Well, it´s still June, so thought I would add to other posts. I have been walking alone (my son is on the
Camino Frances) since Baños de Montemayor and have met very few pilgrims. Twice now I have been totally alone, like last night, in Villanueva de Campear. Today I am in Zamora, and there is a brand new albergue here that is incredibly huge (3 floors) and modern, with all amenities. Nice view as well. The temperatures so far have varied, with very hot days earlier this week to very cool today, after a front came through.
I cannot stress enough what a wonderful camino this is. I have met so many lovely people, seen so many beautiful cities, a countryside so varied, with plains and mountains and forests. And best of all not crowded. Also very clean, no litter except in the cities, but the Camino is totally clean. I saw my first tissue yesterday morning.
The CSJ is in need of updating. There are many new albergues, closed albergues, etc. I am not sure what alternative there is.
I know it is getting hotter, but luckily I am north of the hottest southern areas. It was so hot one day and a long stage with nothing inbetween that I arrived quite dehydrated and pretty upset. Especially with some road walking which feels hotter than anywhere else. Must be well prepared with water. I carry a small umbrella which I have used as a parasol.
There is so much to tell about this trip.... I have a blog going and hope to update it soon.
Loving it
Lillian
