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  1. annakappa

    Where in Camino Frances (800km) Route Do I need to Spend more Time exploring the Cities/Towns?

    Las Médulas, a bus ride from Ponferrada, is probably the most incredible site we have ever visited on any of our Caminos. In my opinion, it would be worthwhile to actually stay overnight there.
  2. annakappa

    Cruz de Ferro - What is its history, and what happens to all those stones?

    This is one of the most interesting posts I’ve seen on the Forum in a long time! Thanks all of you historians for your input!
  3. annakappa

    Emilio Estevez interview about the Way re-release

    How lucky we were,! Those first steps taken after leaving an albergue in the early morning, not knowing where we would sleep that evening! No need for reservations! We simply walked😉
  4. annakappa

    Camino Francés Federación to ban suitcases in their albergues (11 albergues affected by this rule)

    Well Dick Bird, you’ve hit the nail on the head! “ Albergues exist to help pilgrims who might lack resources or who want to travel in a simple, uncomplicated and perhaps challenging way”.
  5. annakappa

    Can anyone tell me where this crucifix is?

    Here is the prayer card that I picked up Many years ago!
  6. annakappa

    Can anyone tell me where this crucifix is?

    It’s in Furelos. It’s my favourite cross. I have a copy at home.
  7. annakappa

    Backpacks only policy in Albergues: A common restriction?

    Up un checking through all the replies, I only saw one who mentioned trolleys in airports and stations. If that is your issue: carrying a backpack at the beginning and end if your journey, there shouldn’t be a problem. Simply use a trolley. As far as your knee issues are concerned, you will find...
  8. annakappa

    Is the Albergue in Roncesvalles a “must”?

    One year we went to Mass and then walked down to Burgete in the dusk, arriving there in the dark. We booked a pension that night as we had arrived that morning from Costa Rica. The walk to Burgete through the woods, just the two of us, in the silence of the evening was a wonderful experience. I...
  9. annakappa

    Do they speak English ? Clues ? ?

    Well I do speak fluent Italian and Spanish, apart from my mother tongue English! I can also get by with passable French and Dutch. So I’m not embarrassed about speaking other languages. In fact I love the challenge 😊
  10. annakappa

    Extra day if you're not a city person

    That’s just what I was going to suggest. This is an incredibly interesting site and well worth taking time off to visit it.
  11. annakappa

    Extra day if you're not a city person

    That’s just what I was going to suggest! This site is fascinating and well worth taking time off to explore it.
  12. annakappa

    Update and farewell to Albergue Villares de Orbigo

    It seems that it’s been a while since I last checked the Forum, as it’s only today that I see your posting. I’m really sorry that you have to leave this delightful albergue. COVID has made a mess of so many plans for so many people. Enjoy your time with your grandchild. They grow soooo quickly!
  13. annakappa

    Camino de la Corona - Where am I?

    This a beautiful alternate route. We did it twice, but each time staying in Villatuerta and then going across country from there. On this route, just a few kms after Villafuerte, you pass in front of the ruins of an ancient Pilgrim Hospital, which you can explore.
  14. annakappa

    RIP @Dorpie (Rob)

    Rest in Peace, Pilgrim Rob .
  15. annakappa

    The Camino does NOT start in StJpdP - discuss

    Tincatinker, you have really brought up a subject that has vexed me over the years! My first reply would be: PUBLICITY! This due to various Forums, such as this one and popular guide books (in different languages, so I won’t nail that down to a specific book)! Reading through the numerous...
  16. annakappa

    Advice on skipping Meseta

    its the downhill part of hilly terrain that wracks havoc with your knees. These sections have been mentioned by several members to you. Check them out and whenever possible try to avoid them.
  17. annakappa

    Show Up; Get Bed?

    I would say that as long as it's in one of the bigger cities, you will have no problem to find 'something', due to the fact that most residents will be on holiday somewhere else (beach, mountains or old family villages) .
  18. annakappa

    River route into Burgos (PDF)

    I think it me!
  19. annakappa

    Donativo Alburgues

    what do 'officious little men' look like?
  20. annakappa

    Pamplona Start

    If you fly with Iberia ( if that's a possibility for you), you can then book with their local partner the internal flights in Spain, with open jaw flights (flying into one airport, i.e. Pamplona and leaving from another ie Santiago). The internal flights cone to about the same price as the same...

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