Urgent advice on Camino needed ❤️🙏🤓

[titta91]

Hello team!

I'll be starting a new demanding job soon, and just realized I'll have only the next week off, which I'd love to do the last 100km of the Camino (walking, by myself).

I have a very limited time, and would need to leave this Saturday (in 3 days!), so I would very much appreciate a quick reply from you all

The time I have is (Feb 8-16), and I'd take these flights below:
- Saturday arrival 8 Feb at night
- return on Friday 16 Feb in the afternoon




I have read that it would be possible to make the last 100km of the French Way from Palacio del Rey.

My questions to you are:
- Is it a good idea to make the road in February? Will it be very cold?
- If it is not a good idea, could you recommend other hiking options in Spain?
- Will other pilgrims be there? And the hostels open?
- What would be the best path during this period of the year? I've heard Palacio del Rey is good
- What should I be booking (is there an agency or hostel I need to book)?
- What equipment would I have to take with me along the way?

Thank you so very much for your help.

Big hug to all the community,
Matteo

 

[VNwalking]

There are not hoardes in February, but there will still be pilgrims. We have a few winter walking experts here, like @mspath. If she doesn't see your thread to reply, someone surely will.
I have no idea where you're asking about unless it's. Palas de Rei, which is too close; Sarria is a bit more than 100km from Santiago, and where most people start if they are walking that distance.
Buen camino, Matteo!

 

[danvo]

Hello team!

I'll be starting a new demanding job soon, and just realized I'll have only the next week off, which I'd love to do the last 100km of the Camino (walking, by myself).

I have a very limited time, and would need to leave this Saturday (in 3 days!), so I would very much appreciate a quick reply from you all

The time I have is (Feb 8-16), and I'd take these flights below:
- Saturday arrival 8 Feb at night
- return on Friday 16 Feb in the afternoon

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I have read that it would be possible to make the last 100km of the French Way from Palacio del Rey.

My questions to you are:
- Is it a good idea to make the road in February? Will it be very cold?
- If it is not a good idea, could you recommend other hiking options in Spain?
- Will other pilgrims be there? And the hostels open?
- What would be the best path during this period of the year? I've heard Palacio del Rey is good
- What should I be booking (is there an agency or hostel I need to book)?
- What equipment would I have to take with me along the way?

Thank you so very much for your help.

Big hug to all the community,
Matteo

Hi Matteo,
Camino is always good idea But if you want to walk 100 km, you must start in Sarria, Palas de Rei is ca 70km from Santiago. I don't understand your flight printscreen, sorry
For this time you must take few more (warm) things, because there is cold too, and good goretex shoes. Galicia is known by rainy weather... Walking in february is about quiet path, with only few pilgrims, so if it is not problem to you, it will be great time! Buen Camino!

 

[Turga]

Hi @titta91

You are in a hurry! Take a look at https://www.gronze.com/camino-frances which will give you information on the route, stages and accommodation.

Buen Camino!

 

[titta91]

Hi @titta91

You are in a hurry! Take a look at https://www.gronze.com/camino-frances which will give you information on the route, stages and accommodation.

Buen Camino!

you rock thanks! will have a look now

 

[titta91]

Hi Matteo,
Camino is always good idea But if you want to walk 100 km, you must start in Sarria, Palas de Rei is ca 70km from Santiago. I don't understand your flight printscreen, sorry
For this time you must take few more (warm) things, because there is cold too, and good goretex shoes. Galicia is known by rainy weather... Walking in february is about quiet path, with only few pilgrims, so if it is not problem to you, it will be great time! Buen Camino!

sounds like a plan, thanks so much for the heads up!

 

[titta91]

There are not hoardes in February, but there will still be pilgrims. We have a few winter walking experts here, like @mspath. If she doesn't see your thread to reply, someone surely will.
I have no idea where you're asking about unless it's. Palas de Rei, which is too close; Sarria is a bit more than 100km from Santiago, and where most people start if they are walking that distance.
Buen camino, Matteo!

Thanks a lot - will have a look at starting from Sarria for sure

 

[alexwalker]

For all kind of transport, see:


www.rome2rio.com

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

To get to Sarria from SDC you take a bus to Lugo first. You should be able to get a compostela starting from Lugo (or a few km further back on the Primotivo). There likely won't be as much accommodation this time of year to Melide as Sarria to Melida.

 

[NorthernLight]

It looks like your second flight ends in Lisbon.

 

[Bradypus]

It looks like your second flight ends in Lisbon.

Indeed - unless that is just an intermediate stop. Still very expensive though. Can I suggest a couple of alternatives leaving London on Feb 8 and returning on Feb 16 that might be cheaper and more convenient? Found using kayak.co.uk. LCG is the A Coruna airport - small and easily reached by train and bus from Santiago.

 

[David]

Cool! I love spontaneous Caminos!

Check weather, current and predicted, here - https://www.accuweather.com/ -

Sarria is currently 16C during the day, 4 or 5C at night, sometimes higher.

 

[Raymond]

Hi Matteo,

Sarria to Santiago is 5 days walking. there are a number of alternatives you could take to get there. See attached. Buen Camino

 

[titta91]

It looks like your second flight ends in Lisbon.

Yes, going there for a weekend right after

 

[titta91]

Indeed - unless that is just an intermediate stop. Still very expensive though. Can I suggest a couple of alternatives leaving London on Feb 8 and returning on Feb 16 that might be cheaper and more convenient? Found using kayak.co.uk. LCG is the A Coruna airport - small and easily reached by train and bus from Santiago.
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thanks for suggesting, you're really kind! I am heading towards Lisbon right after the camino

 

[Bradypus]

thanks for suggesting, you're really kind! I am heading towards Lisbon right after the camino

Fantastic place! I came back from walking the Mozarabe via Lisbon and Porto. Ultreia!

 

[titta91]

Cool! I love spontaneous Caminos!

Check weather, current and predicted, here - https://www.accuweather.com/ -

Sarria is currently 16C during the day, 4 or 5C at night, sometimes higher.

Thanks for this, so is this something you would do?

 

[Bradypus]

Cool! I love spontaneous Caminos!

I was sitting at my kitchen table one wet Welsh autumn Sunday morning. Is there any other sort? Suddenly I decided I was fed up looking at rain on the window. I had flight, transport to the airport, insurance and my first night's accommodation booked inside an hour and I was in Jerez in time for lunch on Wednesday

 

[titta91]

I was sitting at my kitchen table one wet Welsh autumn Sunday morning. Is there any other sort? Suddenly I decided I was fed up looking at rain on the window. I had flight, transport to the airport, insurance and my first night's accommodation booked inside an hour and I was in Jerez in time for lunch on Wednesday

Such a great story! Would you do it in February with rain forecast?

 

[David]

Such a great story! Would you do it in February with rain forecast?

I would!!!

 

[CWBuff]

I don't understand your flight printscreen, sorry

Although clearly esteemed members have already touched on it, just for the sake of clarity Matteo's schedule was from London Stanton to SdC and on return from SdC to Lisbon

 

[Bradypus]

Such a great story! Would you do it in February with rain forecast?

I would have done. In fact I would be walking right now except my wife fell over and broke her wrist a couple of weeks ago. And today we learned it is not setting properly and needs surgery - probably next week. So that's my February screwed up But at least I have two working hands.

 

[titta91]

I would have done. In fact I would be walking right now except my wife fell over and broke her wrist a couple of weeks ago. And today we learned it is not setting properly and needs surgery - probably next week. So that's my February screwed up But at least I have two working hands.

hope she gets better!

 

[NorthernLight]

Such a great story! Would you do it in February with rain forecast?

I think you’ll find that most of us who lurk here daily would happily do it anytime.

You need warm layers and a good rain system.

From Sarria, there will be an albergue frequently enough. There may be little to no heat, so a sleeping bag is needed. Carry some snacks during the day in case cafes are closed.

Have fun.

 

[Corelacka]

Hello team!

I'll be starting a new demanding job soon, and just realized I'll have only the next week off, which I'd love to do the last 100km of the Camino (walking, by myself).

I have a very limited time, and would need to leave this Saturday (in 3 days!), so I would very much appreciate a quick reply from you all

- Will other pilgrims be there? And the hostels open?
- What would be the best path during this period of the year? I've heard Palacio del Rey is good
- What should I be booking (is there an agency or hostel I need to book)?
- What equipment would I have to take with me along the way?

I did Sarria to Santiago 18-22 January and there was about 20 pilgrims doing it at the same time. Lots of bars and albergues closed and it was over 14km to the first coffee stop each day! Albergues were only open in large towns, important to ring as some listed as being open were not. The weather was perfect for walking, as low as 2 degrees Celsius in the morning to 10+ by mid afternoon. This part of the Camino is predominately through forests and rarely too muddy. My pack was less than 6kg and that included sleeping bag and enough food/water for 6-8 hours.
¡Buen Camino!

 

[natefaith]

thanks for suggesting, you're really kind! I am heading towards Lisbon right after the camino

Welcome to the Forum, @titta91 ! Just a note - if you're a Harry Potter fan, the world tour of the Harry Potter exhibit is currently in...Lisbon!! We went to see it recently and it was pretty neat; it contains props and costumes from the 8 Harry Potter movies. http://www.harrypotterexhibition.com/

Enjoy all the planning and Buen Camino!

 

[alexwalker]

I was sitting at my kitchen table one wet Welsh autumn Sunday morning. Is there any other sort? Suddenly I decided I was fed up looking at rain on the window. I had flight, transport to the airport, insurance and my first night's accommodation booked inside an hour and I was in Jerez in time for lunch on Wednesday

Way to go Respect. I do the same: I go when I go.

 

[titta91]

I know this might sound as an heresy in this group, but has anyone booked a package with an agency?

I'm currently talking with the following ones:
(1) Mundicamino
(2) Follow the camino - my favourite so far
(3) Tour radar

Do you recommend any of these ones or any other ones?

Thanks a lot team!

 

[Turga]

This has currently been discussed in another thread. Take a look at https://www.caminodesantiago.me/com...avel-agent-recommendations.66370/#post-822564

EDIT: There are specific recommandations in some of the posts in that thread:

 

[danvo]

there is not necessary any travel agency. Walk by yourself, as you want, by your pace.

 

[Kathy F.]

Lol, Buen Camino, Titta91

 

[Bradypus]

I know this might sound as an heresy in this group, but has anyone booked a package with an agency?

Never used one myself. If you are happy staying in albergues rather than private rooms then an agency is probably not much use anyway. The Xunta albergues in Galicia are open all year round and do not take reservations - first come, first served. Unlikely to fill up in mid-February. There are enough of them in the last 100km to make it very straightforward.