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    Using the cable car on Via Gebennensis (Geneva)

    We are planning on starting our walk in Geneva (a couple of years away). Saw a you tube clip of a pilgrim using the Saleve cable car on day 1. This appeals on a number of levels and something I would like to find out more about. Has anyone used it on day 1? When you get off the cable car at...
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    Le Puy to Santiago - what time of year

    If you walked from Le Puy to Santiago, what time of year did you walk and what were the pros and cons? We will take the full 90 days (less getting to and from the airport). We want to avoid the heat in July and dont mind winter walking. We are planning to walk in a couple of years time and...
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    What to do in Burgos on a rest day

    How did you enjoy your rest day in Burgos? We have been twice already so do not want to visit the Natural History museum or the Cathedral for a third time (although highly recommend both first and first or second time!!) We are hoping to pass through in December so looking for places of...
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    Merrel MOABs

    I first heard about MOABs on this sight and have walked 2 Caminos - first in a shoe the second in a light weight mid boot. Loved both shoes, particularly the boot as it gave my week ankles more support while still comparitively light. They are comfortable, suit my wide feet and tick almost...
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    Same Camino over and over again

    We have walked the CF twice, both winter, both via Valcarlos. I wouldnt mind doing the Madrid, however, I was out-voted for the Portuguese (not coastal as again, this will be a winter walk) I started planning but my heart wasn't totally, completely in it. I figured because it wont be for...
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    Walk to Rubiases (CP)

    So forward planning here.. I have seen some pics of the stage to Rubiases and it looks like a bit of a killer. So, on a scale of '1'and 'the walk into Zibiri (CF)' where would you rate ths stage? Does the very rocky trail go up or down or both? I read there is an alternate way to the top via...
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    Winter Portugues Camino

    I cant help myself! If I am not walking the camino. I need to plan the next one ha ha We are thinking of starting from Porto around 1st January 2022, maybe a couple of days later. I would love to hear experiences of walking the CP in January in terms of weather and amenities. At that time of...
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    which virtual walking app??

    Can you tell me which walking app you prefer and why? - walking4fun.com - worldwalking.com - other Thanks
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    How does the Madrid compare to the Frances?

    I know that the Madrid converges with the Frances, however, I am only just discovering this gem! How does the Madrid compare to the Frances before they meet up in Sahgun? In terms of signage, accom, bars, stages and difficulty? In a very general sense, how does it compare weather wise? I...
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    Happy New Year on the Meseta

    Started out at --4, at 8.30am still -1 at midday. Sunny and just a tiny hint of wind. Wishing safety and care to my fellow Australians at this time. May you, your friends and your loved ones be safe. It's a bit cooler over here xo. 11 of us at the albergue last night. We are bumping into 5-12...
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    Hiking pants in Logrono

    Hi, as per title, we need to buy men's hiking pants in Logrono -have tried Google without luck.. any ideas? Thanks
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    Biarritz to SJPDP

    Looking for ways to get to SJPDP from Biarritz - no trains - and for this coming weekend please!!! Is taxi the only option? There are 4 of us. Any ideas of the cost? Thanks
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    Supermarkets at Christmas time

    A practical questions for our forum friends who do or have lived in Spain... What time do the supermarkets close on Christmas Eve? Will most likely be around Logrono, Najerra or Santo Domenigo de la Calzada Thanks
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    meals at Roncesvalles

    Hi, a question for the winter walkers, can you get meals (dinner/breakfast or snacks) at Roncesvalles in December/January? Thanks
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    Favourite apps/phone numbers for the Camino (Frances)

    Its time to start downloading apps and typing in the safety contact details - would love to hear what worked for you (especially for a winter camino), thanks
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    Australia Post Travel sim cards

    Obviously a question for my fellow Aussies! Have you used the Aust post travel sim? Any thoughts? Las time I planned to buy sim cards when we reached Pamplona last time but could not easily find a vodafone store - thought this might be easier from the get-go? There will be 4 of us walking...
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    An hour to kill in Bayonne

    Hi, not sure how big the train station is at Bayonne; we have an hour to kill between trains, can anyone tell me about the infrastructure there, ie is there a cafe at the train station or one near by? We will be arriving in December so it would be nice to go somewhere warm between trains. Am...
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    Gaiters for winter walking

    Hi, I was planning on buying gaiters for our winter walk (for rain and snow protection), however, the salesperson at the sports store said they were unnecessary if we had rain pants. What do you think? We will be wearing trail shoes rather than boots (personal preference). While I have your...
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    Plane or train from SdC to Madrid?

    We caught a train last time but would prefer to catch a flight this time. It may be that we walk in to Santiago around lunch time and need to be in Madrid by evening, staying at an airport hotel for an 8am international flight home. As an Aussie I am clueless about (European) cold weather and...
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    Bus availability Cruz de Ferro/O Cebreiro (winter_

    Hi, just thinking of contingencies for our walk this winter. We have a few rest days up our sleeves however, if we get caught out during heavy snow and have no more rest days available we will need to get transport in order to keep to our time table. I am thinking the worst of the weather is...

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