I walked it from March 21 in 2023, from Almeria. You will probably meet up with the other pilgrims and form an impromptu 'party'. The organisers, Nely etc. do a lot of organising access to the albergues.
The mornings can be cold. But you...
I guess one could always research which pilgrimages around the world "serve" the healthiest meals, and choose to walk one of those instead. Many of us walk a pilgrimage for spiritual nourishment, and understand we are responsible for our physical...
Biodegradable stuff takes a few months to decompose, that's if it's warm and damp enough to do so. Longer if not. So it's simply a comforting idea when you buy your wipes. That no trace will exist of your immaculate defecation.......
I went to the hot pools in Ourense. The main payable one was open and it was a pleasant visit in March. You need a swimsuit and you hire the footwear, but it's a reasonable price all in.
There are buses on the south of the river to and from...
It's an injury, it needs to heal.
Stop persisting and go home.
Come back when you are ready.
A Camino is a pleasant experience, not the hill you die on.
I walked it this year Feb to March. It was cold at night. However heating is available in the dorms.
There are a few stays where a meal is provided and usually very good. But some small towns have limited provisions and shops may be closed...
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