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I took 11 weeks I found the Le Puy route tough and the spanish route easy. For boots I wore merrell moabs and I felt the vibram soles were too thin I felt every pebble under my feet. I got no blisters though I used a combo silk sock liner and wool.
I took 11 weeks I found the Le Puy route tough and the spanish route easy. For boots I wore merrell moabs and I felt the vibram soles were too thin I felt every pebble under my feet. I got no blisters though I used a combo silk sock liner and wool.
I am Happy to say I arrived in Santiago on November 10th and recieved my Compostelle on the 11th. Total weight loss for 11 weeks of hiking was 50lbs. Kits it was a pleasure to walk with you and I can't wait to hear about your upcoming travels.
Thank you for everyones help these last few months. I'm heading to San Francisco for 2 days and my flight to Paris leaves on Sunday. I am very anxious/excited/nervous. I also can't believe how loving and generous my friends and family have been, I've been teary eyed all week with the...
I guess this question could also be posted with the food threads but I feel this is more specific to the region. Does anyone have some can't miss patisserie or charcuterie shops along the Le Puy route??? I am a big fan of pates and rillettes and saucisson and of course the bread to go along...
Thanks everyone for all the useful information. Elissa hopefully I will see you and your husband on the chemin. I will be taking my sweet time since I have about 11 weeks to finish and get my butt back to Paris.
Geoff
Has anyone ever camped along the Le Puy route? I am debating on bringing my tent, mostly so I can save a few euros here and there. I am leaving Le Puy on August 20th.
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