I booked in rest days. I stayed an extra day in Conques and in Figeac. I did kayak down the CELE River one day form Marcilhac to Cabrarets so that was a “ rest” day. ( I took the CELE Variant. Highly recommend ) I found it enough as I did...
I walked last year starting the last week of April. I booked my whole Camino ( with demi- pension ) ahead probably starting in Jan/ Feb and was glad I did. There were some pilgrims who hadn’t reserved that were stressed to find beds. I had no...
Rain or shine, everyday, I used the UV protective hands free trekking umbrella Ivar sells in the Forum Store. Very functional and durable ( even in strong wind) with a wide canopy. Loved it! I rarely wore my hat.
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