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Met a couple walking with a dog last September (Way of Le Puy). The weather was too cold and wet to camp as they had intended and they had to take taxis some distance to gites that would accept the dog. Some people just don't like dogs or are fearful of them. Saying, 'He/She won't hurt you,' is...
I didn't even try. Left my poles at home and bought one in Le Puy which saw me through very well. Left it behind. What matters is who is there at security - some people are flexible, some are not, whatever the rules.
You can plan, plan, plan but still be caught out by foot/ankle/knee/hip problems for example or severe blistering. I have just completed the Way of Le Puy and did all I could for maximum flexibility. I booked one night ahead. This allowed me extra time in places I wanted to explore and the...
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