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  1. handzondeck2

    First aid kit recommendations for Via de La Plata

    Hi Major Bozo all you need is a lightweight basic first aid kit as most towns have a pharmacy where you can stock up Don't forget to have 112 in your phone for emergencies. Basic kit can be modified to suit your needs. Wound Care Bandages & Dressings 2 - Butterfly Closure Fabric Adhesive Bandage...
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    Starting Via de la Plata & Sanabres on April 20, 2023

    Hi I took a lightweight Aegismax down sleeping bag about 650gm. Very compact. I used a silk sleep sheet (30gm) and lucked in with blanket at the albergues if I was cold (Just by asking politely . ¿Tienes mantas por favor?) I also had a lightweight wrap which one of its many uses doubled up as an...
  3. handzondeck2

    Etapes from Salamanca

    Hi Brigidam you can check out some accommodation comments on my blog www.handzondeck.wordpress.com. I walked this year in April / May.
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    Best guide for VDLP beginner?

    The stretch from Salamanca to El Cubo del Vino is very barren with hardly any shade and only two small towns. No fountains and you need to carry a minimum of 1.5lt water. It's 36km however, there is Albergue accommodation at 15 km in Calzalda. It's a bit of a slog to get out of Salamanca almost...
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    Best guide for VDLP beginner?

    HI P Rat where is Australia do you live. I walked the VldP 4th time this year and would be happy to pass on some information. I ran a blog www.handzondeck.worpress.com and it has some accommodation information. Feel free to check it out and PM me if you need information.
  6. handzondeck2

    Via de la Plata - Advice / Recommendations

    Your most welcome always willing to help a fellow pilgrim. Oh and make sure you get the spelling right for the website www.rutasasantiago.com
  7. handzondeck2

    Via de la Plata - Advice / Recommendations

    @Roops have a look at Gronze website for profiles and Godesalco.com and my favorite http://www.rutasasantiago.com/ to work out stages. The latter one is in Spanish but very easy to use. You'll need both the Via de la Plata and Sanabres section for planning purposes.
  8. handzondeck2

    Via de la Plata - Advice / Recommendations

    Check out my blog at Handzondeck.wordpress.com for the Albergue listing. I walked this year in Apr/May. PM separately for other information
  9. handzondeck2

    Plata route: Albergue or hostal near Santiago

    New albergue called Reina Lupa 12km from Santiago. Excellent value. Boquexión (Deseiro/Sergude) - Albergue Reina Lupa. New albergue opened recently in late April 2018 and situated 150 metres from the main road. Has 18 beds. Cost 14 euros for bed in dormitory. Breakfast not included in the price...
  10. handzondeck2

    Municipal albergue Lubian

    Hi glauder I've recently completed the Via de la Plata and you can walk the camino path but it was quite wet but passable in some areas. Enjoy.
  11. handzondeck2

    Wanted, good guide for Via de la Plata

    Sailor you might want to check out https://handzondeck.wordpress.com blog
  12. handzondeck2

    Wanted, good guide for Via de la Plata

    Here you can download the Albergue de Peregrinos guide https://viadelaplataelcamino.blogspot.com.es
  13. handzondeck2

    Via de la Plata Starting Weds May 9th Backpack Question

    Hi Daphne I'm on the Via de la Plata now and the weather is crazy. Take a sleeping bag. Some hostels have blankets but no heating.
  14. handzondeck2

    Casa Anita closed

    Just a quick heads up for those walking the Via de la Plata. The albergue Casa Anita in Santa Croya de Tera is closed. This has just been confirmed by the owner of La Moña albergue.
  15. handzondeck2

    Not a blog from Kanga

    kanga the albergue Almaden de la Plata is closed. Stayed at Albergue El RELOJ - 10 euros. No bunk beds and has a kitchen
  16. handzondeck2

    Embarse de Alcantara is Open!

    I can report that the Embalse albergue is open. Walked down there today on my way to Caneraval. 15 euros and very good reports from the pilgrims staying there.
  17. handzondeck2

    VDLP Early Stages Closed?

    Hi Viggen I'm starting out on 4th April. Look for the slow walker with a red monkey on the backpack. Buen camino
  18. handzondeck2

    Gerald Kelly VDLP Guide

    Hi Ivar what is the weight of the book and would it be possible to mail to hotels in Spain? Thanks
  19. handzondeck2

    walking the vdlp april 2018

    HI Arnie I'm starting out of Seville on 4th April. Hope to meet you on the way
  20. handzondeck2

    Best Time to walk the Via de La Plata

    Hi Ray I'm walking this way again for the 4th time in April. The weather is great with some hot stages. I'm using stages notes and made up my own guide from eroski and bronze plus additional notes. I have th jelly book to on my phone.Have fun planning.

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