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  1. Rajy62

    My impressions and stages of Norte/Primitivo May 25-June 27, 2014

    Yes. Thats exactly what I did. Took the train from Bilbao to Pobena overnight and then a bus in the morning to the trail that reconnects at a beach. The walk from Pobena to Urdales is spectacular.
  2. Rajy62

    Norte vs Frances for an autumn walk

    I have walked the norte in June last time. Only light rain over the mountains before Bilbao. Poncho was sufficient. This time I am starting Sept 29th hoping for a cooler and less crowded walk. Go for the Norte. I might see you on the way... Buen camino.
  3. Rajy62

    List of recommended Albergues, Monasteries and Convents on Camino del Norte/Primitivo

    Great work. Saved me a of of time. Now I have to visit Gronze only when the info in this list is inaccurate. Thanks.
  4. Rajy62

    Camino del Norte on Google Maps

    Great useful info thanks.
  5. Rajy62

    Are there are any parts of the Norte Stages that people consider dangerous ?

    None. There is a steep descent and an ascent through the primitivo. Otherwise a normal coastal route.
  6. Rajy62

    My impressions and stages of Norte/Primitivo May 25-June 27, 2014

    Glad to hear. Buen Camino.
  7. Rajy62

    My impressions and stages of Norte/Primitivo May 25-June 27, 2014

    The coast is a well developed region, popular even among Spaniards for its beaches, food and cooler climate. Most of the route interconnects fishing/farming villages along the coast. So, expect to walk through smaller paved roads. I am not sure if you have walked the Frances, i would say the...
  8. Rajy62

    How Hard is El Norte Really..?

    I went through the same dilema. Chose the Norte and experienced the best Camino ever. I would say the Norte is harder than cf in the sense that you will have about 500-600 meter elevation gain every day before Bilbao and then through the Primitive. The rest of the walk would be similar to the...
  9. Rajy62

    Places to pause on the Camino del Norte

    I recommend a break day at Embalse de Salime. It has a gorgeous lake and has one hotel/bar (http://www.hotellasgrandas.es/es/index.php) with a stunning view of the lake/dam. In fact your walk that day will circle around this lake/river and if you like remote/quite place to relax, this is unique...
  10. Rajy62

    camino norte

    Depends what u mean by register. If you want to get credentials for the Norte, yes the alberque at Irun will provide you with that. I got mine there.
  11. Rajy62

    Camino Norte - Hiking on pavement

    The stage after Bilbao is the worst. I would start somewhere around the beautiful Pobena beach.
  12. Rajy62

    Norte - Walking in the early Fall?

    I walked the Norte via Primitivo in June. Not too many people, enough to keep company in the evening. I would guess October would be similar. I hear traffic has increased on the Norte this year. The trails are well marked. Along the coast, it is difficult to miss the direction. All you have to...
  13. Rajy62

    Camino del Norte profile maps

    I downloaded this tourism guide onto my smartphone and used their simple elevation profiles for reference.
  14. Rajy62

    Bus from Bilbao to Irun

    I took the PESA bus from the airport to San Sebastian and then a train to Irun. The alberque at the start of Norte is near the Renfe train station. It opens at 4PM. If you arrive early, have to wait. Usually there is a bus every hr i think. Is your son arriving at 10 AM or 10 PM. Best think is...
  15. Rajy62

    My impressions and stages of Norte/Primitivo May 25-June 27, 2014

    I do not like walking through side walks/concrete or industrial slums. So whenever a stage was over about 25k, and next to a major town I was happy to bus in or out. In addition to skipping an entire stage (Bilbao-Pobena), I bused about 38km out of the 825km Norte/primitivo. So, I am not sure...
  16. Rajy62

    Words of wisdom please

    Your friend is right. Norte is also referred to as the "green" coast. Rain Rain Rain. Norte is wetter than other Caminos. Your friend had bad luck with alberques. Most accommodations are for all travellers and are quiet good. I started May 26th from Irun. Irun to Bilbao is usually muddy in the...
  17. Rajy62

    Is the North route well signed

    Yes the Norte is well marked. I took a wrong tern twice though. Signs may be there but you have to be attentive. I got lost in major towns on Frances as well. So, it is part of the Camino experience.
  18. Rajy62

    Camino Primitivo or Camino del Norte

    I started from Irun. Some of the best coastal part is between Bilbao (Pobena) and Ribadesella. The stages from Ribadesella through Gijon (largest industrial town) and few stages after that is not that very appealing (mostly along roads and country). So, one idea would be walk from Pobena to...
  19. Rajy62

    Camino Primitivo or Camino del Norte

    Depends what you like and do you enjoy a bit of physical challenge. Expect about 500-800 meter climb every stage through the Primitivo. The Norte via the coast seems less of a challenge but should offer beautiful ocean views.... How much time you have?
  20. Rajy62

    Primitivo or stay with the Norte?

    By the time i reached the splitting point along the Norte, i had enough of the ocean (some 20 days) and wanted some mountains so it was easy decision to turn towards the Primitivo. About one third of us did that. I don't know whether rest of the Norte route is any better than the first three...

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