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Just hoping to get some feedback about weather and walking conditions from those fortunate pilgrims currently making their way across the Frances. We are planning a late February departure from Roncesvalles and are familiar with the route. I always think it's better to rely on information I can...
Just tapping into the wealth of information on the forum again, regarding the Invierno route. Can anyone give me a heads up whether Gronze is right when they say that in 2022 a pilgrim accommodation will be opening in A Probra do Brollon. Has anyone recently stayed there if in fact it did open...
So far, amazing! A small number of walkers and occasionally a cluster of cyclists from Seville to Villafranca de los Barros. We have lost one at Zafra due to work commitments and one has a job interview so will leave tomorrow. All lovely people, even if there are limitations in language. The...
We have started the VdlP from Seville and would appreciate anyone giving us a heads up to places that have an alburgue but no shops or restaurants for meals. I remember reading of such places existing and dont want to get caught out as a meal at the end of the day is pretty important to us and...
Starting the Norte at Irun and wondering where we pick up scallop shells for our packs? Is there a pilgrim office like at StJPdP. Thanks for any information anyone might have.
Have been researching posts about weather conditions in Early April but most relate to the Frances route. Can anyone give me an idea of what to expect on the Norte route and whether to expect snow conditions at certain stages. We like crisp conditions but want to avoid wading through snow and...
Has anyone with an Australian passport applied for a 6 month visa (non working) in Spain, and how successful was the attempt. Is it better to attempt a visa through another Schengen country? With the costs associated with applying for a visa (fees, police checks, apostles, translated documents...
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