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It was Joaquin, from Bilbao, well over 80 and walking 40+KM per day. In July 2012 we had dinner together at El Meson in Castrojeriz. He convinced me to try the house natilla. His blistered and calloused feet were no inspiration to follow his walking example, but I remember him fondly every time...
I think your plan is reasonable. I was just a bit older than you when I walked my 1st time, in June 2012. I also had lots of walking :) but little backpacking experience. I went from Madrid to Pamplona, to Roncesvalles, to SJPdP in one day of train, bus, and taxi. I started walking the next...
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