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Hi Leigh007,
I'm not sure how much snow is on the Napoleon now (anyone that knows please chime in) but looking at the current temperatures plus the rain, I'm confident most of it will be gone by the time we start. Though you're right that we'll only truly know when we're up there, and of course...
I'm heading out from SJPdP on the 6th as well. Feel free to say "hello" if you see me in town or even if I look grumpy/tired walking up the Napoleon. I promise that I'll only look that way because I will be questioning myself as to why I thought it was a good idea to take the mountain route :P
Hi PK,
The last time I was there, they had nothing indicating that they did, but you can email the albergue in Caminha to ask if they do offer credenciales (passports).
I would also add you may want to consider starting from the Portuguese side if time allows. It feels a little surreal crossing over the Minho river from Portugal to Spain, and you get to walk through a fortress if you start on the Portuguese side of the river. There are also plenty of great...
Most of the albergues begin to open in April, but it also depends on how you want your Camino to be. In the colder months, there will be less pilgrims, and maybe solitude so you can reflect might be what you're looking for. If you're looking to meet more pilgrims, then you will definitely run...
Howdy Pilgrim,
Weather should be very nice, but temperatures may start to soar on parts of the Frances route, so be mindful of that. Many private albergues take reservations in advance, but most "public" albergues will not, and to post something on the calendar, once you created a thread, you...
Howdy Pilgrim,
I would recommend the Frances or the Portuguese if you are planning to walk in February. Many albergues are closed in the winter, and those are the two most popular routes, so you are more likely to find something open. I also strongly recommend you bring a light sleeping bag...
Howdy Pilgrims,
I've seen many families finish the Camino, and as long as you all pace yourselves and mind your injuries, I don't see why you all won't make it to Santiago. If you search this forum, you should find many sound and helpful answers to your questions, and there are YouTube vids...
Buen Camino Willigsu!
Barcelona is a super popular tourist destination, so hotel rooms are always in short supply there. If you're not finding any deals on the usual travel sites, try Airbnb if you have not yet.
You're welcome, and the heat in Southern Spain (Fun fact: A lot of old Westerns were filmed in Southern Spain partly because the terrain is similar) can compete with OZ temperatures, so I believe you know what to look out for. In regards to snow, the mountain ranges on the Northeast...
There are albergues and other accomodations on the Mozarabe, so that won't be a problem. I do recommend leaving as late in September as possible because you are trekking through the hottest parts of Spain. Even in early fall, it stays really hot.
You'll see what I mean when you start walking around Lisbon, buy don't fret, it's still very doable and you will enjoy your time there. You just need to be more aware of your feet and body! Enjoy your trek and I'll be jealous!
Hi Mal,
Unless plate tectonics does something to the Iberian peninsula, you can leave your sleeping bag at home, because Portugal and Spain are warm this time of year, but do bring your liner and treat it with permethrin as there will most likely be bedbugs in at least one of the albergues. If...
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