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[QUOTE="Kathy F., post: 1063569, member: 23038"] Hahaha - I don't remember any downhills on the Valcarlos!! But that might have just been my lack of fitness!! I have now walked both routes out of SJPdP and, honestly, am thinking of walking the Valcarlos the next time instead of the more popular Route Napolean. I think the Valcarlos is more consistently uphill while the Napolean goes up, then down, then up a little higher, then down (check the topo maps in the Brierly guidebook). There are albergues along the Valcarlos, although I was unaware of them at the time. The Napolean was much more crowded. The albergue I stayed at in Orrison was crowded and noisy, I didn't really enjoy it that much. The Valcarlos was definitely a challenge but more peaceful and strangely beautiful. I'll never forget hearing the sound of belled sheep on the deep green pastures in the valleys as I trudged past. Even exhausted, I knew beauty when I saw/heard it. Personally, I think my slow and steady approach on the Valcarlos, especially now that I know what to expect, would be more pleasant for me. I think that route might be a bit shorter than the Napolean, the joy of finally seeing Roncevalles in the distance is the same, and if you absolutely can't make it, it is much easier stop and get a taxi! But there is a coffee shop right where you need it most on the Valcarlos! Congrats on going for this adventure. Both routes are challenging. Warning - No matter how hard you train, the Camino will break you down before it builds you back up again but, don't worry, you will build back up. Don't give up on yourself - you can do this!! There are people older than you and I who will be walking also, and people much younger than us who will not make it to the end. My motto continues to be: Start out like an old man so you can finish like a young man. Buen Camino, my friend!! Keep me posted!! [/QUOTE]
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