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In 2019 I wasn't ready to stop in Aviles so early in the afternoon. So I walked on 5 km to Salinas and had a nice cold beer. But it was uphill from there and suddenly I WAS tired. Providentially at the top of the hill was San Martin de Laspra...
About what everyone attests are the difficulties of this route: is it the constant ups and downs, long steady climbs, quick and steep descents, actual rock climbing with unsure footing, or all of the above? I'll also be there in late April - a...
Others have made useful contributions. I have done the del Norte several times (good mix of pilgrims, good seafood, the occasional beach, etc) and would suggest that you take very seriously the challenges of the first week-- the first day, and...
I am 70 now. I did Camino del Norte in my 60 s over several stages. The first day after Irun, to Pasajes is absolutely beautiful but a steep and long climb especially if you're not prepared in advance. Over the stages I really minimised the...
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