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  1. Daniel H

    Seeking input on Granite Gear and REI backpacks, et al.

    I just used the Arcteryx Aeros 30 L and I really loved the running vest style shoulder straps. Well made, has a structured back panel, lightweight, and very comfortable. If you need more room, there is a larger version as well, but I’d really encourage you to carry the absolute minimum. The...
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    Am Confused! Best place to start walking over the Somport Pass - Urdos or Somport?

    I just finished this route starting in Oloron Ste Marie and going all the way to Santiago. Of the 900+km, those first few days between Oloron and Somport pass were some of the most scenic. So I would suggest starting in Oloron, enjoying the very warm welcome you will get staying at the monastery...
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    LIVE from the Camino My experience with the Camino Aragones

    Hi Laurie, To navigate from the Camino to Javier, and then on to Leyre I used Gaia GPS, since I have the paid version that allows me to download maps for offline use and they show trails as well as various kinds of roads. But that is just because I’m familiar with using it from my backpacking in...
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    LIVE from the Camino My experience with the Camino Aragones

    Yes, I should have clarified Canfranc Pueblo is where the new albergue is— and where you are headed! Heads up— some of the plumbing doesn’t drain very well. They know about, and are making a list of things to get fixed once they close for the winter. Also be sure to ask the cat lady down the...
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    LIVE from the Camino My experience with the Camino Aragones

    Yeah, I think that old houses are like old boats… The hospitalero Jose and his wife were great. They change every 15 days. I remember seeing something else there that wasn’t open, but couldn’t tell you what it was. The bar pulled in a few locals which was nice to see. Can’t imagine how it makes...
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    LIVE from the Camino My experience with the Camino Aragones

    I wish I had more time in Arrés, but I got in late, and after cleaning up got a quick tour of the church. I did enjoy watching the France/Spain match in the cozy bar, but the highlight was the communal meal where I got to meet some other pilgrims that would be sharing the same path over the next...
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    LIVE from the Camino My experience with the Camino Aragones

    Thanks! Once I figure it out, I’ll try and post a few pictures. My favorite scenes were of the freshly tilled dark brown earth, already planted with seed and waiting for the rains to begin growing. -Daniel
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    LIVE from the Camino My experience with the Camino Aragones

    Hi Scott, I crossed paths with a very camino experienced Frenchman who was doing a U shaped camino: Starting in Saint Jean Pied de Port, then at Obama’s walking the Aragones backward, and then finishing in Oloron Sainte Marie. He liked that route for the time of year, number of people, and his...
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    LIVE from the Camino My experience with the Camino Aragones

    I began in Oloron-Ste-Marie Oct 5th and was so happy that I started there instead of at the top of Somport pass. As others have mentioned, the days in France are wonderful, especially the first night at the monastery in Sarrance and the walk between Bedous and the pass. Very green, pastoral, and...
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    LIVE from the Camino Update Camino Aragonés September 2021

    Got it. I use Gia so I’ll have the main route. Enjoy the rest of your walk, and thanks again.
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    LIVE from the Camino Update Camino Aragonés September 2021

    I see that tricky spot on the map, thanks for your description so I don't follow in your footsteps, precisely. These posts are very helpful. Did you find GPS tracks of the variant through Lumbier? I was just going to use my best guess. Thank you for taking the time to share with those...
  12. Daniel H

    Aragones in October, what do you think?

    Great. I'm really excited to try some of the local food. Really tired of my own cooking.
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    Aragones in October, what do you think?

    It must have been your more recent trip. I'll have to go back and look for the earlier posts. They are really helpful. Thanks!
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    Aragones in October, what do you think?

    I haven't decided on my hat yet (rain or sun, big or small?), so I'll consider it!
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    Aragones in October, what do you think?

    Loving Kindness, Thank you for the pdf of places you stayed in your journey. I'm glad to hear that it is possible to do it in 9 days, but like others have said, it seems that it would be an ambitious schedule. I'm researching shorter options so that I can make a decision depending on how I am...
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