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Just finished the CF.
No blankets in the municipal albergues in Galicia.
Some blankets available only iafter asking 2-3 times in Castilla Leon.
Bring your own sleeping bag. I have been freezing a couple of nights
Thanks Bob. It's a sound suggestion.
I am getting convinced. I might change my plans and starting in Leon on the Frances instead of starting in Oviedo/Gijon and doing the Norte
yes. probably go out of the airport and start walking on the camino towards Muros de Nalon.
I googled the Niemeyer centre, very interesting design. Definitively wort a visit if I stay overnight in Aviles
thanks for the hints on Gronze
Thank you Tom.
Actually I just looked at the maps and, arriving at the airport of Oviedo, it seems i will be already at Aviles, thus skipping the ugly part.
I registered in Gronze. it seems very useful. One question: how do you recognize if an albergue is closed or open ? Or maybe only the...
Thanks both.
I am fine in walking alone and meeting just some 3-5 people on the way. No need for crowds and be always with someone
I would not want to feel completely alone day and evening. I would prefer eating together with other people at evenings and refuel energy by sharing our...
Dear all , i am planning the Norte from Gijon starting the 16 march. I read nobody goes on the Norte in March so I am wondering if i will have difficulties with the hostel.
It‘s my first camino. Would it be better to go the Frances ?
Any suggestion is welcome
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