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  1. lukedarracott

    Northern Route in April-May 2014?

    I did my stint on the north and continued on directly to the main route. Only once had a problem getting a space and that was on Sarria where legions of pilgrims pile in. I think when there is talk about crowding it often relates to the official municipal albergues. Most towns and villages have...
  2. lukedarracott

    Northern Route in April-May 2014?

    Don't feel bad. The main route is still a delight :)
  3. lukedarracott

    Northern Route in April-May 2014?

    Also the northern route is more challenging. Lots of ups and downs between aces. But if you go slow and steady you should be fine!
  4. lukedarracott

    Northern Route in April-May 2014?

    I did the northern route the same time and to be honest it's not very well-equipped in those months. A lot of hostels (mostly in the first half) were closed. Some days I had to do two stages in one and on another.occasion I had to shell out for a private hotel in Lezama. It's not ideal. With the...
  5. lukedarracott

    Norte or Frances

    Hi mexicokid. I had this same dilemma. In the end I did sort of half of the norte - from Santander to Irun backwards, followed by the whole Frances. Quite simply it depends on what kind of experience you are hoping to have. Physically the north route is much more taxing from an exertion point...

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