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  1. intrepidtraveler

    How does the Madrid compare to the Frances?

    It depends on what you're used to. The mountain going to Segovia IMO, is totally doable. Like you, before I went, felt a little intimidated. The actual walk over was not especially difficult. Buen Camino.
  2. intrepidtraveler

    LIVE from the Camino Camino de Madrid - April 2019

    When I walked the CM in 2015 we stayed in Tres Cantos. The accommodation you're talking about where you have to be out by 6AM is located in the Ayunatamento (sp?) or town hall. The way it worked was that you had to arrive at town hall during business hours to check-in. They explained all of the...
  3. intrepidtraveler

    Marks out of Ten?

    I too thoroughly enjoyed the Camino Madrid. My only caution would be that finding food during the day was sometimes challenging due to a lack of open bars and markets. It's a good idea, IMO, to carry lunch/snacks with you. Finding food in the evenings was never a problem.
  4. intrepidtraveler

    Live from Camino Madrid

    Never mind, I was confusding you with OzAnnie. Apologies and burrn camino.
  5. intrepidtraveler

    Live from Camino Madrid

    How was the Invierno?
  6. intrepidtraveler

    Best camino so far!

    When I walked the Camino Madrid in fall of 2015 there were very few other pilgrims to be seen. Many days the guide book would indicate a bar/cafe in an upcoming town and we would arrive to find it closed. If you like regular coffee stops along the way this is probably not a good route for you.
  7. intrepidtraveler

    Intention to walk Madrid to Santiago in May

    I walked the CdM in 2015 in early Sept. with a friend. Most nights we were the only ones in the alberques. The point being, finding other company is (usually ) a pleasant surprise but don't assume that you will. Someone who is a lover of solitude will likely have a greater appreciation for this...
  8. intrepidtraveler

    Starting CdM Sept. 4th

    Walkmag- the weather in September last year was absolutely wonderful. Out of 35 days of walking from Madrid to Finisterre it only rained twice. The first week or so Temps were in the low 80's or high 70's during the day and 50's at night. After the first day of rain it cooled off to high 60's...
  9. intrepidtraveler

    Camino Madrid - April 18 - May 4

    Hi Elin - Tomorrow, Tues., 1/26 between 11-2; Thursday, 1/28,just about any time, Saturday, 1/30 after 10AM - do any of these work for you? Bloomsbury's is one of my favorites as well. Marcella
  10. intrepidtraveler

    Camino Madrid - April 18 - May 4

    Hi Elin - I noticed that you live in Ashland, OR - so do I. Back in Sept. I walked the CdM. If you are in town and would like to connect feel free to send me a message. Marcella
  11. intrepidtraveler

    Information on accommodation in Manzanares de Real or Mataelpino

    We stayed in the albergue in Mataelpino during our CdM outing last month- very clean, new and worth a stay. If I 'm remembering correctly it was only 6 euros. Because the CdM is so sparsely traveled my walking partner and I had the entire place to ourselves.
  12. intrepidtraveler

    Starting CdM Sept. 4th

    Thanks to all who replied and to Alan for the info on the alberque in Zamarrala - that's good information to have.
  13. intrepidtraveler

    Starting CdM Sept. 4th

    So finally, after many months of talking about and planning for the Camino the big day is finally at hand. Will be leaving home tomorrow very early and if all goes well starting from Madrid on the 4th. What have I gotten myself into? Possibly the adventure of a lifetime? Anyone else walking...
  14. intrepidtraveler

    Madrid Hotels

    Thanks to everyone for taking the time to reply. Apparently the 12th of October (when I'll be needing the room) is some kind of major Spanish holiday. Many of the places that have been recommended to me seem to have really jacked up their rates to mark the occasion or are already sold out...
  15. intrepidtraveler

    Madrid Hotels

    Great! Thanks for your helpful response.
  16. intrepidtraveler

    Madrid Hotels

    Greetings - Can anyone recommend a nice place to stay in Madrid - convenient to the airport, metro, food, etc. I'm looking for something nicer and more private than a hostel but not super luxurious (would you send your mother there,?). Thank you.
  17. intrepidtraveler

    Poisonous Snakes???

    I plan to. My departure date (Sept.2), which used to seem off in the distant future is fast approaching. Am really looking forward to this adventure. The forum has been a hugely beneficial resource for planning. Thanks again to all who make it happen.
  18. intrepidtraveler

    Poisonous Snakes???

    Thanks to everyone for taking the time to reply.
  19. intrepidtraveler

    Poisonous Snakes???

    Greetings - In all of my reading camino questions on the forum, I don't ever recall anyone talking about the need to look out for poisonous snakes. Do they not exist in Spain or are people just not talking about them? If they are around, what should I be on the look out for? Do they make any...
  20. intrepidtraveler

    Shoes for My Camino

    Thank you all for taking the time to reply. I think what I needed to hear is that no one shoe will cover all conditions so wear something comfy, which is my Hoka Cliftons.

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