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Thanks for following up. Ended my last Camino in Belorado last May. Would like to finish in Santiago this summer so I plan on starting from where I left off. Meeting a friend in Belorado. His first time and hopefully he has the right equipment. Hence my question about an equipment shop. Wasn’t...
Thanks so much for the reply. What month were you there?
I stayed at Cuatro Contones last May. Loved the friendly service and great food. Just prefer private room in the future.
Will be starting Camino in June from Belorado (long story). Two questions -
1. Is there a hiking / equipment store in town?
2. Can I pick up a Credential there?
Thanks in advance.
I just returned from CF two weeks ago. The reason I cut my Camino short was that I couldn’t find a place to stay beyond Belorado. Everything was full. Had been reserving places two nights in advance. A bubble? Don’t know but I do know that it’s crowded. Would definitely suggest booking places as...
Hiking from SJPDP to Roncesvalles is not easy - especially because it's your first day. The steepness of the grade will shift your weight back onto your heel so it's critical that your boots fit properly. I completed the Camino in 2012 with few problems. In 2017, the first day killed my heel...
Hi Mary. I wasn't sure how to post a general question to everyone and I spotted your post about the Camino del Norte. I was planning to do the French Way again (did it 4 years ago) but the growing number of pilgrims concern me. I would appreciate it if you could answer my questions about the...
I might be the youngster at 69 but tentatively planning on returning to the Camino Frances, starting about Sep 1. I hiked it from Sep - Oct 2012. Great experience. I'll make a few adjustments for my next hike but for the most part, things worked well. Leaving from Wisconsin.
I would be more concerned if you weren't nervous. I just returned two weeks ago. If you are starting in St. Jean, looking up at the Pyrenees is intimidating. Nervous excitement will provide you with the energy to move ahead. A couple of words of caution. Make sure you eat well. Load...
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