Walking the Del Norte in mid February

[Terry and Gail]

We are planning to walk the Del Norte commencing in San Sebastian mid February 2023.
We walked the Portuguese coastal route for Porto to Santiago at the same time of year and found the weather perfect for walking. I'm expecting it to be colder on the Norte but hopefully not too extreme.
I understand many albergues will be closed so we plan to stay in hotel style accommodation along the way.
If anyone has walked it at this time of year I'd love to hear about your experiences and any lessons learnt to assist us in planning and shaping our expectations.
Cheers
Terry and Gail

 

[Corned Beef]

There's a Vlog on YouTube by Efren Gonzalez who did the route about that time, a couple of years ago. There may be some detail there to help. If not, you'll at least enjoy the pics of the scenery.

 

[A Crackpot Abroad]

I did Norte last fall. I snore pretty bad so I avoid albergues. Deba was the only place i had an issue booking ahead. No shame in taking the train, bus, or a taxi if you can't find a place to stay.

 

[Sedona11]

We are planning to walk the Del Norte commencing in San Sebastian mid February 2023.
We walked the Portuguese coastal route for Porto to Santiago at the same time of year and found the weather perfect for walking. I'm expecting it to be colder on the Norte but hopefully not too extreme.
I understand many albergues will be closed so we plan to stay in hotel style accommodation along the way.
If anyone has walked it at this time of year I'd love to hear about your experiences and any lessons learnt to assist us in planning and shaping our expectations.
Cheers
Terry and Gail

Where did you stay en el Portuguese?

 

[Terry and Gail]

I did Norte last fall. I snore pretty bad so I avoid albergues. Deba was the only place i had an issue booking ahead. No shame in taking the train, bus, or a taxi if you can't find a place to stay.

Thanks for the heads up Crackpot

 

[Terry and Gail]

Where did you stay en el Portuguese?

Lisbon Hotel de Baixa
GuestReady Porto del Rio
Venceslau Wine Boutique Hostel
Inn Esposende Sports Hostel
Hotel Mira Rio
RR Residence
Design & Wine Hotel
Pazo de Mendoza
B&B Hotel Vigo
Alvear Suites
Hotel Apartamentos Dabarca
Hotel Foquino
Sear Patron
Hotel San ZMiguel
Hostel Mariquito