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I set off from Irun on the 1st of October this year. And arrived in Santiago 34 days later.
During that time there were five days when it was wet and chilly, this was more frequent towards the end of the trip as I entered Galicia. In general, the Spanish forecast was fairly accurate in...
One of the pilrims I walked with for a few days was using Gronze.com and it was in my opinion the best resource. As for blisters, wet socks will increase friction, making blisters more probable. I got my blisters before the rain came, so by that time each troublesome toe, was individually...
I posted on this forum before leaving for the Camino Norte, wondering if it would be very quiet. I received some helpful input but went expecting it to be very quiet.
I arrived in Santiago on the 4th of November and thought I would share some thoughts and reflections from my Camino. First, I...
Due to a family birthday celebration, I had to delay my planned start on the Norte until 1st October. I read as much as I could and know the route and the potential weather challenges as well. I have 34 days to do it before I have to fly back to London. So having down previous Caminos I realise...
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