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    If I don't stop in Zubiri, What do you recommend?

    I'd also recommend Larrasoaña, plenty of options, but book ahead. I booked my first three nights back in September 2019...in SJPDP, Roncesvalles, then Larrasoaña. After that I also 'winged' it....and had no problems for the remainder of that Camino. I arrived in Zubiri with a group of people...
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    Translation please?

    Yes, she's from Colombia.
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    Translation please?

    Just for the record....my wife has always referred to earrings as 'aretes'.
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    LIVE from the Camino Finally on the way.

    I hope the rest of the Camino goes as well for you as this first day has been. That 'early bird' start quite clearly did the trick.
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    Accommodation between Pamplona and Alto de Perdon

    I stayed in Cizur Menor. Albergue Roncal. It's quite close to Pamplona but you do definitely feel as though you are almost back in the countryside when you're there. Several of us had the pilgrim menu in a very nice restaurant close by in the centre of Cizur Menor. There's a gentle descent out...
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    Gradient from SJPP to Roncesvalles

    Hi Paul. You've got many useful replies. Just to add to the general consensus...I based my thoughts on this 'strenuous' first day to Roncesvalles on visualisation of my ascents of Ben Nevis. In fact The Ben is a full 4400 ft vertical ascent from Ft William. The Col de Lepoeder the highest point...
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    Anyone presently on CF but not yet to Triacastela?

    Hi Tom. I saw your message. Last night A friend of mine was in the cafe on the right, after coming up the steep hill. She asked about the phone but was told that none had been found. This morning just before noon I went into the other cafe on the left and was told once again that no phone had...
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    SJPP is Packed with Pilgrims.

    Hi Jan79. I'm starting from SJPP on September 21 too. I'm booked in to some place in SJPP tomorrow September 20, booked into Roncesvalles for September 21, then some place in Larrasoana for September 22. After that it's 'nada'. Like you I'm hoping it's quiet enough for obtaining accommodation...
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    Alternative Route - Camino Frances

    Hi I too will be a first timer starting on Sept 22. I share to some extent your concern about 'crowds' and racing for accommodation. There's someone named John Lloyd already on the Camino who posts 'Live Forum' posts quite regularly. He was in Puente la Reina a few days back and someone asked...
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    Dithering big time over Go decision.

    My Back Pages - One of my favourite Dylan songs. Those particular lyrics '...I'm younger than that now'. have always struck me. Recognised them straight away as I read your post. Mr Tambourine Man is my absolute favourite - once again it's all in his lyrics. I was 12 yrs old at the time when...
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    Not getting my training time in....

    I wish you and your companion all the very best for your venture. I commence from St Jean PdP in exactly 4 weeks time from now. It's undeniable that being in good physical shape is highly desirable at the outset of such an adventure that we're all about to embark upon. But as important as that...
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    Caminotec Outdoor Gear shop - Pamplona

    I notice that the website for the Caminotec shop in Pamplona has been down for quite some time. Does anyone know whether the shop is still alive and well and open for business in Pamplona?
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    Generic long distance walking question

    This thread reveals an amazing difference of approach in strategies adopted to cope with the trials and tribulations of long distance walking. Most interesting, as Mr Spock would have commented. I plan to commence my 1st Camino (Frances) on 22 September (7 weeks time!!!). I've been planning for...
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    Pilgrim Credencial

    That's a relief. Many Thanks for the info.
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    Not another "best time to do the camino" thread... starting SJPP late September

    I'm starting my first Camino from SJPP on Sat 22 September so was very interested in your post and the responses to it. Like yourself I too pondered long and hard about the ideal time to start. It ended up being Sept 22. I believe that part of the 'fun' of doing the Camino will be adapting to...
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    Pilgrim Credencial

    Thankyou for your reply. I think the Pilgrim's Office will be a definite MUST visit on the afternoon before I start the Big Walk. May I ask whether your scallop shells had a couple of holes already drilled into them? - so that you can easily attach them with a cord to your rucksacks. I have...
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    Not getting my training time in....

    You're 200% correct. Right up to the moment of my departure I'll be wondering whether I've got the right gear, whether the rucksack is too heavy, whether the bed bugs will get me, whether I'll have any health problems, etc etc. So can't wait to get away and get started. If nothing else us...
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    Pilgrim Credencial

    Hi Rob Many Thanks. Your reply is very informative. I will indeed visit the Pilgrim's Office. After reading so so much about this whole adventure and so much about SJPP it'd be a real shame to miss out on the Pilgrim's Office. I should arrive in SJPP at about midday on the day before I commence...
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    Pilgrim Credencial

    Hi Dave. Many Thanks for this excellent reply. I'll endeavour to get a stamp from SJPP the day before, as I am scheduled to arrive at midday and should have plenty of time to sort things out. I plan to make it to Finisterre also. Time will tell!
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    Pilgrim Credencial

    I commence my 1st Camino from SJPdP in September. I already possess a Credencial, courtesy of Ivar when I bought a guide book from the bookstore. So that I don't make too many mistakes on Day 1 I ask the following questions:- (a) Is there any need to visit the Pilgrim's Office with it on the day...

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