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After a memorable and full filling Camino it was an emotional and overwhelming arrival in Santiago. Having explored the Cathedral, old town and museum, I was highly disappointed to discover that the Portico of Gloria is not accessible.....I didn't realise that the restoration to the main facade...
Hi pilgrims after a wet, bone drenching walk from O'Cebreiro today, I am keen on following the shorter route via San Xil to Sarria but want to know whether it is well marked as I am too tired to struggle with navigation. Also would like to know how difficult the terrain is? Hope the rain is gone...
Thank you everyone...arrived in Villadangos from Leon safe and sound. Walk was bearable and in all honesty after a while you dont even notice the traffic or the noise.
Starting my walk this morning. A bit apprehensive about walking along the N120 to Villadangos del Paramo with all the traffic. What precautions can I take to be safe? I presume I must walk on the left facing oncoming traffic? Do I walk on the actual main road asphalt or is there a path along...
Thank you everyone. Stop over in London now, then Madrid to Oviedo and finally Leon. Can't wait to get there. Any suggestions where I can buy a local mobile SIM in Leon?
Thank you. I will most definitely stop at the church in Virgen. Unfortunately as a 1st timer I decided to keep to the CF so I prebooked accommodation in Viladangos so I will not be walking the more scenic Mazarife route this time. Something to look forward to on next walk!
I am leaving in a couple of hours...will be in Leon by tomorrow afternoon. Staying there the weekend and start walking on Monday 5th September. Nervous excitement! Newbee and solo female walker....playing it 'safe' with luggage transfer although my day pack weighs 6kg...also prebooked...
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