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How long does it take to walk the entire Camino Francés, from St. Jean Pied de Port to Santiago de Compostela?
John Brierley’s sense is that most people take 4 weeks. He describes a pace that will allow you to reach Santiago gracefully in 5 weeks — 35 days with 2 rest days. He likes the idea...
Hi, fellow pilgrims!
I plan to arrive at SJPDP on Sunday, September 23 at 19:15 and walk to Roncesvalles the following morning.
What accommodations would you recommend booking in advance in SJPDP and Roncesvalles?
Thank you for your help.
I read that the accommodations may be crowded at...
Dear fellow pilgrims
My flight from Madrid arrives at Biarritz Airport on Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 17:45.
What is the best transportation option to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port?
Thank you very much!
Rome2rio informs that Bayonne Radio Taxi would take 51 minutes and cost from €55 to €70...
Which of the following backpacking packs would you recommend for Camino Frances from late September through October?
Source: https://www.switchbacktravel.com/best-backpacking-backpacks
1. Osprey Atmos AG [50]
Weight: [4 lbs.]
Fabric: Nylon (100D x 630D)
Capacity: [50L]
What we like: Close...
Which of the following hiking boots would you recommend for Camino Frances from late September through October?
Source: https://www.switchbacktravel.com/best-hiking-boots
1. Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX
Category: Midweight
Weight: 2 lbs. 13.8 oz.
Waterproof: Yes (Gore-Tex)
What we like: Tough and...
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