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I'm hesitant to do this--I am not on the Camino right now and do not want to cause panic, but I have just heard from a couple who have tested positive on the Frances today. They were in Sahagun. Suggesting that everyone be extra careful and maybe test, if they are concerned.
I have recently become an Altra fanatic--wore the LonePeak 3.5 last fall on the CP, although I am not sure they are the right shoes for the endless Portuguese cobblestones. I also own a pair of Neoshell 3.O's--which I find stiff and fit a bit differently. They are somewhat waterproof (not the...
Hi again from Port Townsend, following you daily, sometimes feeling hot and tired just from reading your blog, but mostly jealous of your time on the road. You are making great progress. Eager to hear about the Sanabres...
Following you, of course, and inspired as always by your strength and determination. Please take care (with the heat, your feet) that this remains an adventure rather than an ordeal! From your friend, the wannabe peregina in Port Townsend.
It's been a few years, but like Colstarwalker I stayed at the Hostal Don Suero--cheap, clean, safe and close to the historic center. The Benedictine albergue is also fine, although large and institutional--perhaps a rude shock for your first Camino night!
There is a lively street of bars near...
We stayed at Valcarlos last month and made the trip to Roncesvalles in two days. The scenery is quite nice from SJPP to Roncesvalles, although there is some walking on a somewhat dangerous twisty mountain road between Valcarlos and Roncesvalles. The municipal albergue in Valcarlos is quite...
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