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  1. markie6

    Little sculptures

    Old seat that I have seen a few times but forget where right now
  2. markie6

    Camino banner map - where to buy?

    as David says above yep this would have been my suggestion as it's the one I bought in Arzua. Came in a protective plastic roll to. I did buy one in Santiago that you had, both are nice and if you have no luck online, perhaps a helpful fellow pilgrim and forum dweller might offer assistance. (...
  3. markie6

    What's changed?

    Concur with the rest above. 2018 to 2022 , around a 25% increase. September time (booked St Jean and Roncesvalles only ) busy but never struggled for a bed when I decided to stop Flights and trains were more expensive when I was watching the early prices, Eurostar was 20% more but SNCF was...
  4. markie6

    want solitude

    Pick a time of year when there are fewer other pilgrims about or a route where fewer pilgrims go in general ( as nick says ) the VDLP Be prepared for less infrastructure being available in quieter times
  5. markie6

    Did it make a difference

    All experiences change people IMO .. hard not to be affected by all the people around you sharing similar goals. I've chatted to pilgrims who were using their time to decide on momentous life choices, divorce or not , which career , mourning loss of loved ones. I went searching for some peace...
  6. markie6

    Are there Book swaps on the Camino. What book would you take.

    Lots of books get discarded on Camino (weight ) . I've only ever taken a guidebook and I have learnt more language by conversing with fellow pilgrims and the locals than by other means.
  7. markie6

    LIVE from the Camino Current conditions on the Frances

    Have fun... I could murder a boccadillo right now.... and a beer.... and some sun.... and some pilgrim watching while attending to the first 3
  8. markie6

    One (water) bottle to rule them all?

    Yep my take too. Just like the mythical perfect shoe that never causes any person on the planet a blister
  9. markie6

    Afraid of top bed without fence

    It is rare to find bunk beds with no rail but they are there. It's also quite rare to not be offered a choice but again YMMV. To others your fear might seem slightly irrational but it's your fears and that's all good. I'd try not to worry about it until you find a rare example of an albergue...
  10. markie6

    May-June Camino Frances - Rain Gear & Eating ware

    take the spork. Zip lock bags for food. If it rains, as others have pointed out... it's the time it takes stuff to dry that is more of the problem. Cover for your pack and shoes that you are used to.
  11. markie6

    Profile altitude map CF stages

    https://www.caminoguide.net/assets/images/camino_frances_altitude_profile.png from this website (copy and paste ) which shows the gradients and a lot of the main towns and villages and distances. The stages in the original post are probably from Brierleys guide ? and is / used to be issued by...
  12. markie6

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    The lense with the best range would be my guess. I know I will walk a camino one day and ship my pack and keep my camera and day bag with me so that's what I would advise somebody to do.. As for looking after valuables in albergues... same advice as I always give.. keep your good stuff on you...
  13. markie6

    1st May at SJDP , anyone ?

    get used to your pack yes, maybe train on a few hills and if you're not normally as active as some, try getting up every day early and going for a walk book the first 2 to 3 places if you can. St Jean, Roncesvalles and maybe Zubiri or Larosoanna ( depending on distances you can manage) buen camino
  14. markie6

    Editing of posts turned off?

    can't edit ... and can't seem to add a photo either apart from via a link / url ( ctrl p)
  15. markie6

    Most Dangerous stage on Camino Frances.?

    Cake shop in Santiago called Tentacion ? Fraught with danger , especially if you take photos :p
  16. markie6

    Night Hikes / Star Gazing

    I was walking in Sept 22 for the conjunction of the moon and Jupiter (IIRC) and saw loads of pilgrims who were out especially. As others have said. the meseta will be your best chances
  17. markie6

    The booking ahead problem: Is it a problem?

    My caminos have only been during busy season and while I have booked St Jean & Roncesvalles I have never needed to book any further. Some people like to know where they will be staying, others like the freedom to choose where as they get there or when they get tired It's not a problem ... and...
  18. markie6

    Best route into Burgos

    Turn left at McDonalds IIRC for any that still need the info Not all of the camino will be pleasing on the eye or enjoyable either so you may need to adjust your expectations. At least most of the city walking is flat
  19. markie6

    Ordering beer in Spain

    Yes to this, very nice. Also I have gotten by easilly with asking for grande cerveza. trying to be polite works wonders.
  20. markie6

    First Camino - Nervous and with questions about the start

    Book beds until Pamplona if you can and are happy with the distances involved. Start walking when you want ( I also walk early ) you won't always get a lay in with Albergue noise. You can't help but meet fellow pilgrims, many of whom will be a bit nervous and first timers you will be fine...

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