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I completely missed the “easier” option and took the forest route. It was beautiful and very peaceful as I was the only one walking that way; which was good because I kept declaring very loudly, “You’ve got to be kidding me!!” It was ridiculously steep. My knees were fine, but when I arrived in...
I recommend the Invierno from Ponferrada to Santiago. Eleven days and not another Pilgrim on the trail. Locals were so kind and happy to see me. Well marked, no trash, and never any graffiti.
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