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  1. Lexicos

    Chemin de Saint Jacque, from Paris??

    Wow! Amazing. Thank you heaps for the resource domigee. Merci. I look forward to your report on how you go.
  2. Lexicos

    Chemin de Saint Jacque, from Paris??

    I will go by tomorrow. Merci beaucoup!
  3. Lexicos

    Chemin de Saint Jacque, from Paris??

    I will have to leave it for another day Jabba, and maybe for when I’m not walking solo. If it’s poorly marked I’d be the first one to get lost! Also, the idea was an afterthought and I simply didn’t have enough time to research and prepare. But I will. I want to do it one time. Your description...
  4. Lexicos

    Chemin de Saint Jacque, from Paris??

    Le Puy it is, Monday morning is day one. This thread can now be closed. It’s au revoir to Paris on Sunday. 😂🙏
  5. Lexicos

    Chemin de Saint Jacque, from Paris??

    Well, when all is said and done, I think I have left it too late. Here I am in Paris and I doubt that I’ll find the map and guide book that I might need to start from here. I’ll try but I’m not holding my breath. I doubt that there is much demand, I don’t imagine there’s many who start from...
  6. Lexicos

    Chemin de Saint Jacque, from Paris??

    In about a week’s time I’ll be starting my fifth Camino from Le Puy en Velay, however, I’m interested to know if anyone in this forum has started their Camino from Paris ….. to Saint Jean Pied de Port. If so, I’d love to know if the route is well marked and easy to follow, if pilgrim...
  7. Lexicos

    Shoes, shoes and more dreaded shoes.....

    I didn’t realise I was opening a heated argument, but thanks for sharing your view anyway. I’m glad you have found the footwear that suits you.
  8. Lexicos

    Shoes, shoes and more dreaded shoes.....

    If your footwear works for you Gini well and good, but be prepared to buy sturdier hiking shoes along the way, because the terrain is not entirely flat or even and there are rocky sections and steep sections, narrow stony tracks and so forth. I use quite sturdy hiking shoes, Keen brand, with...
  9. Lexicos

    All packed

    You’re all set to go. Looks like a lot to carry Bob. Are you planning to send the larger bag ahead? Backpack looks a tad small. How much weight are you carrying?
  10. Lexicos

    Did it make a difference

    Walking 800 km is not a small thing nor is it a regular thing so yes, of course it changes you. Some more than others. “It’s poisonal” as we say in these parts, how much it changes you and why. It must mean a lot to many of us though, because we keep going back again and again! Call it...
  11. Lexicos

    Finishing my Camino and feeling incomplete.

    Don’t worry. Soon as you get back you’ll cheer up bc you’ll have heaps of stories to tell friends and family and then you’ll start planning your next camino. Yes, what you’re describing is not uncommon. The camino is special but then so is home! Just enjoy both and if the camino pulls you back...
  12. Lexicos

    Avoiding the Crowd on the last 5 stages. Where to stay

    It’s hard to ‘avoid’ the greater number of pilgrims towards the end Saara. It’s just the way it is. But I quite like that, personally. Despite the numbers I always found accommodation, either at the main stops or in between. I doubt that late April is going to be that busy. I think you’ll be...
  13. Lexicos

    Poncho in SJPDP?

    I bought the cheap ponchos several times and paid various amounts for them. Few lasted more than two days. So I finally invested in a tough but light plastic one of a proper design that gives full protection. I’ve never looked back. I always carry it and have used it often. It’s light and...
  14. Lexicos

    Hint on using headphones while walking (while keeping interactions and for better sleeping)

    Good advice. I’ve been using them for years! And yes I do take them on my long walks, including the camino.
  15. Lexicos

    Accommodation on the way

    I agree with Bradypus. I used Gronze last year and I think it’s the best.
  16. Lexicos

    Albergue pillows

    99% of the time you’ll get a pillow. A good idea to bring a pillow case.
  17. Lexicos

    LIVE from the Camino Starting Tomorrow

    Good on you, it’s the best thing you could do. My wife and I did the Portuguese in 2019 from Lisbon to Santiago. It was No. 2. and I loved it. I hope to do it again maybe next year. You’ll enjoy it and you’ll go back home just a little bit changed 😜 …. for the better. Great that you’re doing it...
  18. Lexicos

    LIVE from the Camino Hello! Starting tomorrow!

    Yes, all the best from me too. It never occurred to me to start from there. Good idea. You’ll enjoy it. A good time of the year too, lots of flowers. Buen Camino!
  19. Lexicos

    When you know they get it….

    Solo?? All that distance?? Good on you Peter. I’d go nuts in half that distance.
  20. Lexicos

    Lessons Learned on the Camino - From Leon September 2023

    I walked the CF in September too. Accommodation was a challenge at times, especially towards the end but as others have noted, flexibility is a key to this issue. That is; stay in private if you must, pay more if you can, walk a bit further if necessary, share a room with someone if possible...

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