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Well we're two days in and it's been a challenge...the rain,cloud and snow has made it special...but the incredible people I've met have made it unforgettable.. buen Camino
So excited for you, Kiwi Bob! I left on April 28th, 2022 on my CF Camino. It was life-changing and a beautiful time of year to walk in the springtime. I am older and had some health issues but I experienced grace taking one day at a time. God...
Like many - I can not believe this day is here. Travelling to and exploring SJPD today, going to the pilgrims office, getting over jet lag - are on the agenda with my official start tomorrow!
I wanted to say thankyou to the Forum hosts and...
Currently sitting at Pamplona station waiting on the train from Madrid for my Camino Mentor/Companion/mate...at least it's stopped raining...
Anticipation brimming for this adventure...
It seems to me that a large part of the pressure is the change in accommodation expectation. The Camino has historically supplied Albergue\ hostel style accommodation and there is now a much larger demand for private accommodation . This is not...
Try not to start on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday and try to avoid the traditional "stages". Look out for holidays and festivals and try to avoid starting on these dates. You also don't have to start in SJPDP but could start in Roncesvalles...
Day 13: Rabe de las Calzadas to Castrojeriz 29km
Left before 7am this morning due to the long day. It was still semi-dark. Beautiful to walk as the sun came up over the hills.
Today we entered the meseta proper. It was sunny but cold and windy...
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