The Xunta says that the number of peregrinos on the Invierno has increased by a whopping 12% since 2011. That is astonishing to me, I just don’t get it. But for anyone who wants a beautiful, spiritual, solitary camino, go to the Invierno now! It is very well marked, and the people along the way are waiting for pilgrims! I think that what is holding back the crowds is the lack of albergues, so if you can afford private accommodations (cheap but not albergues), it is a phenomenal alternative to the Francés from Ponferrada.
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