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Camino del Norte best time
Both periods are good. I went to the Norte in early October last year. There was an unusual heat wave in Spain, but areas close to the coast are always a bit cooler. The weather was very fine, with occasional light rains. Based on my experience on the Frances (not the Norte), there could still...- Felipe
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Hello starting SJPDP May 11, 2022
@Barney12 , I did the same stages with the same problem; and I am in my sixties, too. Alas, knees are as different as persons, but to me, the two difficult sections were the descent from O Cebreiro, and the awful descent to Molinaseca (not long, but steep, with loose gravel). Sticks helped a...- Felipe
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Starting in St Jean June 2021
I too recommend Kaserna. It is not donativo anymore. 18 euros, with diner and breakfast included. Kind hospitaleros. In the current circumstances, you need to check previously if albergues are still open. There are tons of info in this forum about SJPP and both routes; use the search function...- Felipe
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Bags between towns
Or just ask the hospitalero (in private albergues). Local taxi drives in villages seem to moonlight frequently as backpack carriers between towns. And I guess the hospitaleros get a marginal commision, too...- Felipe
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Can the camino be done in parts?
I quote: "You can do the Way in stages, provided they are in chronological and geographical order. However, if you only do the minimum required distance (last 100 or 200 km), you must always get your Credencial stamped at the start and end of each stage, including the corresponding date, to show...- Felipe
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Accommodation
If you walk in winter, most private albergues will be closed. I don't know about casas rurales, but I'd ask beforehand. Public (parish or municipal) abergues are usually open all-year round. Not reservations accepted, you just come in and ask for a place. Given the season, they will not be...- Felipe
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December walk
Be aware that in December, the heights of O Cebreiro could be covered by snow. That probably willl be for you (if you start in Astorga) the 5th or 6th day. And option is walking after Vega de Valcarce by the main paved road (there is almost no traffic), as the cyclists do. This road takes you to...- Felipe
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Starting in Paris
The cathedral is closed for restorations, obviously. According to the webpage of the "Amis du Chemin", you can get their stamp in the cafe "LE P'TIT BISTROT", rue Saint-Martin 8, square of the Tour Saint Jacques (the original departing point of medieval pilgrims). Metro Chatelet. The magic words...- Felipe
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First Walk.
For the Lourdes-SJPP stages, look for "Piedmont" in the search function of the forum. A quiet, tough, wonderful way.- Felipe
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Lost in Irun
Sorry for the broken English, I supposed that (given the time difference) if I checked the translation more carefully, there was a risk you could not read it. Buen camino!- Felipe
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Lost in Irun
This is a google translate with minor and quick adjustments of the trustful Gronze guide. Hope it helps. I suggest you take note of the churches and ask for them if lost or in doubt "Camino del Norte starts at the almost abandoned bridge of Santiago as a symbolic starting point, over the...- Felipe
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Seeking route suggestions, 10-12 days for a solo* first timer
For a first timer, I always recommend the Frances. It is a very "domesticated" way, not difficult, with lots of services, nice landscapes, and certainly many old churches. In early September you will not be alone -and that's actually a understatement. You may consider seriously reserving a bed...- Felipe
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Sarria to Santiago - October 2019
Hi, spikey. I walked this section mid-October a couple of years ago. Weather was moderately cold, but nights required a good jacket. Some light rains, so be prepared. Not particularly difficult sections, just a long stage between Palas do Rei and Arzúa (if you choose it). The path was quite...- Felipe
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Pilgrim Mass in St. Jean Pied de Port
The parish is at the ancient Notre Dame church; you can't miss it, it is in the main street of the old town, close to the bridge. There are masses Monday to Thursday, 19 hrs. When I was there, there was a pilgrim's blessing after Mass, and I suppose it is a standard, given the number of persons...- Felipe
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Starting from SJPdP on 01 May 2019
Actually, you can expect some "manifs" -probably not in Saint Jean Pied de Port, but more probably in provincial capitals as Bayonne (or in the Spanish side, Pamplona, Burgos and Leon). . Generally calm and festive, with music, flags, whistles, baloons, etc. But you never know. Be wise, folks...- Felipe
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Starting from SJPdP on 01 May 2019
Remember that it is Labor Day. Albergues and restaurants will be open, but many shops will be closed.- Felipe
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Lourdes to Pomplona
Looks good. Those were my stages, too.- Felipe
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Intro plus arriving SdeC from London Gatwick April 27~ share taxi?
I´d personally prefer the bus: much less expensive and I like to travel as locals do...I feel it is part of the experience, and I like the challenge. Hostal el Malecón does not seem to be an albergue, but a "hostal", a kind of hotel. There are reviews in tripadvisor; take a glance of them. I...- Felipe
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Burgos to SDC Mar 2019
I have a bad knee, too. As I remember it, after Cruz de Ferro and circumventing a former military base there are some short tricky sections, where I chose the paved road (with almost no traffic). No big issue, it was mostly a preventive option. The bad part is the last mile before El Acebo...- Felipe
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Hello I'm Madeleine originally from the UK now living in the Bay Area of California.
I'd add that the albergue of Roncesvalles accepts reservations. This is not usual for municipal or parish albergues, but it is true in this case.- Felipe
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