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    Ponferrada to Villafranca

    Just arrived in Ponferrada and hated the 8 kilometers of highway walking from Molinaseca to Ponferrada. I don't have my John Brierly book. Can someone tell me if the camino to Villafranca is also highway? Thank you.
  2. J

    Roncesvalles Albergue: Booking, Availability, and COVID Restrictions

    What time is mass on Saturdays (6pm or 8pm)? I will be there on May 27.
  3. J

    Albergues and Weather in late October and November

    Others here have much more experience. But walked for 7 days in late October, early November in 2019. Most albergues closed after November 1. There were some that were open, but very few. You will still find places though. I’ve walked in February too and was able to find places. In at least 2...
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    Do I need spikes for icy terrain when walking from Burgos to Leon next month?

    I am just wondering whether I need to wear something other than hiking boots. It doesn't appear spikes/cleats are needed.
  5. J

    Do I need spikes for icy terrain when walking from Burgos to Leon next month?

    Thank you folks. I live in South Texas. Icy terrain is rarely an issue.
  6. J

    Do I need spikes for icy terrain when walking from Burgos to Leon next month?

    Hi folks. I am writing from the US. I am walking from Burgos to Leon next month. I know it will be cold and possibly wet. But will I need spikes because of ice on the ground? Thank you for any information you can provide.
  7. J

    Municipal Albergue blankets

    Mike, was this in November?
  8. J

    Municipal Albergue blankets

    I am one of the many folks who read the posts but never write. I return to the CF in 2 weeks and will be walking in early November from Logrono to Castrojeriz. I see that many albergues will be closed although municipal albergues will be opened. So do folks recommend I take a sleeping bag...

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