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I walked the Camino del Norte in 2009 and remember lots of construction on the bridge entering Ribadeo which made crossing the bridge a "pretty adventure". Planning to guide a group this time on the same route so am a bit concerned about this spot. Can anyone tell me whether there...
Hello Freddie, the markings vary considerably. I had the impression that some municipalities placed great emphasis on pilgrims while others couldn't care. In Galicia in general the markings were clear and recently renewed but also had to ask locals for directions here and there. All in all the...
Thank you. Have just arrived in Santiago after completing the route in 21 days. About half the time the weather was bad, but the solitude and the route itself especially from Ribadeo was an exhilirating experience. The alberques in Andalusia were in part in a pitiful state. The albergue in...
Hi everyone,
am starting the El Camino del Norte from Llanes on May 6 and am hoping to be in Santiago around May 26. Does anybody have some recommendations regarding the hostels or private pensions? Weather along the coast does seem a little unpredictable but gathering from the pictures on this...
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did a first small section from Sarria to Santiago last year in May. Getting closer to Santiago some of the refugios were pretty crowded but also had plenty of time on the way for solitude, finding space for "walking things off", meeting very interesting people - I'm infected. Am...
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