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I hope you have beautiful weather when you cross the Pyrenees! But of course, check the weather beforehand. Snow is not a surprise on the Napoleon Route in April. Just from my own experience, in 2019 an intense snowfall closed that route on May 3...
At least the forecast was correct! Should all have disappeared by this time tomorrow. Does look beautiful though.
Is picture #6 the bridge out of Burguete?
Thanks for sharing, Hopefully all pilgrims are safe and it shocked me, too. We will start our CF on 17th April, hopefully there will be no more snowing by that time🤞🏼
A local Navarra website has posted a set of photos showing today's snowfall in the area around Roncesvalles. About 15cm of snow fell this morning surprising pilgrims on the way...
My best advice is, pack light and ENJOY the experience.
I have walked Viterbo to Rome, Sarria to Santiago and Porto to Santiago. The last I walked alone and felt at ease the whole way! My dream was to walk from Irun via Oviedo to Santiago but...
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I’m also a first timer and will be starting from SJPP the day after you. I am also feeling nervous - you are not alone! Perhaps we will meet somewhere along the way. Buen Camino!
Hej Henrik,
A few things:
Make sure to reserve lodging for your first couple of days (including St. Jean)
The Camino Ninja app is worth a look.
FYI, I have a website with lots of info that might be helpful: LINKY
Cheers,
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