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  1. Stinky Pilgrim

    May 2020 vs May 2022 in photos

    Both attached screen captures are from the CRGTV webcams. Glad to see things are getting back to normal :)
  2. Stinky Pilgrim

    Free "Buen Camino" audio book for students of Spanish

    This may be of interest to those who have studied one or two years of Spanish...or for those determined souls who have minimal Spanish but don't mind slogging through a Spanish book with the assistance of Saint Google for those more obscure words and phrases. In the past, I have used this book...
  3. Stinky Pilgrim

    Low moments on the Camino that became good memories?

    Have you ever had a bad Camino experience that, to your surprise, became a fond memory? This topic just occurred to me as I was reflecting on the 2016 Camino francés I did with my then 15-year old daughter. We arrived in El Burgo Ranero very late in the day and our only lodging option was El...
  4. Stinky Pilgrim

    Seven Days Walking (Music)

    I'm sure many of you are familiar with the piano compositions of Ludovico Einaudi. So, this post is for those who are not yet familiar with this musical genius. If you like mellow, classical-ish piano music and you like walking, then you must give a listen to his piece, "Seven Days Walking."...
  5. Stinky Pilgrim

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Negative PCR test required to enter Spain from USA?

    I was just now checking in for a Delta Airlines flight to Madrid and the message below popped up on the screen. I was unable to confirm this information on Spanish government nor US government websites. So I am wondering if it is outdated information? ADVISORY Passengers to Spain from or...
  6. Stinky Pilgrim

    Something to motivate you in your pre-Camino training

    An inspiring story of an 89-year-old walker from Seattle who is nearing the 20k mileage mark (since Feb. 2011). I'd say he is Camino-ready...
  7. Stinky Pilgrim

    "Profanation" of the Burgos Cathedral or...art?

    This is as laughable as it is bizarre. I'm surprised that the ecclesiastical authorities gave the thumbs-up to this project. See link to Change.org petition at end of article: https://www.gronze.com/noticias/profanacion-en-catedral-burgos-21652
  8. Stinky Pilgrim

    Petition to stop "Disneyland-ification" of Cruz de Ferro

    I don't believe this has been posted already. If so, sorry for the duplication. A regional government plan is in the works to "improve" the Cruz de Ferro area in a way that seems very misguided...
  9. Stinky Pilgrim

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD The Lone Pandemic Pilgrim

    On May 15th, I had a look at the Plaza de Obradoiro webcam and saw what you see in the attached screen shot. Kind of says it all for the 2020 Camino.... If you are unfamiliar with the Camino webcams provided by Galician regional TV, here is a link...
  10. Stinky Pilgrim

    Tineo - Albergue Palacio de Merás?

    I am not picky about albergues. However, I read a couple of comments about the albergue beds in the Palacio being located in a basement without air circulation. One pilgrim described it as "asphyxiating." For me, that could be a deal breaker. Could anyone weigh in on the veracity of that claim...
  11. Stinky Pilgrim

    Villafranca del Bierzo - Wine tasting?

    Could anybody recommend a guided wine-tasting experience in Villafranca del Bierzo? It would have to be in the town itself and not insanely expensive. It would be for a group of 10-12 people. Thanks!
  12. Stinky Pilgrim

    ATM Machines Between Burgos and León

    Hello. Can anyone offer insight as to the availability of ATM (cash) machines in the little towns between Burgos and León? Thanks!
  13. Stinky Pilgrim

    Post restante vs Jacotrans

    I recently learned that Jacotrans will charge 50 euros for a pilgrim to drop a bag off in León and pick it up in Santiago two weeks later. I'm betting that post restante is a more affordable option (?). Of course, this depends on the weight of the luggage. Any advice for using post restante at...
  14. Stinky Pilgrim

    Lodging Advice for Leading a Group of 12 on the Camino? (León-Santiago)

    Hello, I have scanned previous posts but am making this query in the hope of receiving updated information. I am an educator who will be leading a group of 10-12 college students on the Camino from León to Santiago de Compostela during the last two weeks of July. I realize that reservations...
  15. Stinky Pilgrim

    What to expect on the Camino Francés in winter?

    Hello, I would be grateful for any input on the feasibility of doing the Camino Francés in winter - early December to early January. I have checked the winter temperature averages for various cities from Roncesvalles to Santiago and that is not a problem. Average snowfall is negligible in the...

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