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    Compiling a list of refugios that accept tents

    Thank you so much for all info. I noticed that many places have closed or changed their policy about camping. In case some one is currently on the Camino Frances or camped recently, I would be happy to know all camp spots their found…
  2. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    Thank you :) I found it quite a good conversation til that remark… but I don’t have the energy for these kinda people trying to find faults in other people to make themselves feel better. I did find loads of information so far. I was just eager to exchange all Infos with camp friends about...
  3. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    Quite condescending, bye
  4. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    oh yes, i am allergic too, but two sleep systems are really heavy. I know what you mean about the tent. The would probably not survive the tumbler. Down does not I feel it loses every time I heat it wash it. But maybe it’s the only way. I would actually freeze the tent probably when I get home...
  5. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    the bag and sheet I am with you! But permethrin I would never use. I love nature… and especially if you are siding your gear outside as well or wash it after, all the poison goes to nature…
  6. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    1: yes, that’s why I asked for experience with sleep systems ;) 2: yes, that’s why I don’t like to take my down to hikes with albergues;) i thought that was clear…
  7. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    Same temperatures can feel very different in every climate zone. Let’s see if we get any more replies. I am sure some people camped last year!
  8. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    Sounds quite cold! I was hoping it was getting a bit warmer in Spain. I did not want to bring my down because of the washing (albergues and bed bugs and stuff). My Nemo tensor is a must but I was thinking about a summer sack and a puffy coat. Hopefully the albergues and hotels are open for options
  9. M

    Sleeping System Suggestions for Camping on the Frances Trail in May

    Hi tent people! I will be doing the Frances beginning around 1 of May. I do bring my UL tent for occasional tent stays. (Yes I know the discussions…) I was wondering about the climate, I checked the temperatures and it’s seems quite chill in northern Spain. What are your personal experiences...
  10. M

    Camping legally on the Francés – albergues that allow to pitch a tent?

    @caminka, that list is amazing! It seems one can walk the whole Frances from SJPP without having to share a dorm or stay inside. did anyone test the list in 2021?
  11. M

    Compiling a list of refugios that accept tents

    Thanks for all the information. I want to walk in august but for now (as other people stated in a accommodation thread) I also don’t feel comfortable sharing a dorm. Since there seems to be quite a run on private rooms and I don’t think I want to plan each night in advance I am going to take a...

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