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    want solitude

    Why not start on the Via de La Plata at Zafra, it is approximately 6 or 7 days after Seville, the "families" will have formed by then, and it is about 850 Km. from Santiago. Zafra is a beautiful historic town and worth the visit. Walk to Granja de Moreruela, and take Sanabres route to Santiago...
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    Death of American pilgrim in Castromaior today

    God bless you, may he rest in peace.
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    It has begun!

    Finished Leon to Santiago today, made no reservations on the way. No problem with accommodation. Several times first choice completo, but subsequent choices availability no problem in any village or town.
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    Walking the Francés

    The likelihood of bedbugs is much diminished on a spring Camino, in comparison to a fall Camino.
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    Article about the recent death of Salvador - hospitalero at Ave Fénix

    Well worth the read. May he rest in peace.
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    LIVE from the Camino Struggling with doubt on the Camino Frances

    The above responses covered just about all you need in the way of advice. Rest, hydrate, treat yourself, ensure it is a discomfort, not an injury. However, on the bright side the physical and mental stress you are experiencing is a necessary stage that we need to push through. Pushing thru this...
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    Coming to the Camino Frances, a flood of tour groups

    The legend goes on to say that St. James's horse was so frightened that it bolted, and left it's hoof prints in the stone in front of the church.
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    Do I need better rain gear? (or mental strategy for rain)

    Use a heavy duty garbage bag to line your backpack. Will keep things dryer, and will help keep bugs out of your kit.
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    LIVE from the Camino FRANCÉS: Flies, spiders, isolation & roommates: not what I expected!

    Don't give up. The Camino is a great teacher, you will come out richer if you stay.
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    Camino Irritants

    Wisdom, well said!
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    LIVE from the Camino My October Camino Frances

    Thank you for sharing, well written. I would recommend the Via de La Plata/Sanabres routes. If your looking for more solitude and less tourism.
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    Notes from my Camino Francés (started late October 2021)

    Thanks for posting your notes. I look forward to reading about your progress.
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    Nothing went right

    Well said
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    Sarria to Santiago. 4 days? or 5? Late November

    Have you considered starting in Ourense?
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    Story: The 3 Camino Amigos – Why it started to fall apart on the Camino Frances (and a Question)

    Good story, I enjoyed it! Thanks. The cost of beginning the Pilgrim experience is often pain and discomfort.
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    Four more days until SdC - and no motivation anymore to continue ...

    Life...Just keep moving, none of us will get out of it alive.
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    Municipal albergues allowing large group to reserve 😡

    This thread illustrates how much more complicated we are, and how much less robust.
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    Weight, and how its discussion is terrifying me.

    The question as to "How much should a pack weigh?" is akin to, "How fast should I walk?" The proper approach is, what is essential? The rule of " Less is more " applies.
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    Tipping point

    Purky,, " Don't look back, unless you intend to go there."
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    Fitness level

    Luc, the Camino is yours. Have it your way.

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