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I guess this has been asked a lot but my circumstances are not necessarily exactly as the same some others.
Earlier this year I intended to go to SJPDP to start my 3rd Camino experience. I had planned on 7 weeks, 700 miles approx, Camino Frances, Finisterre, Muxia and the Ingles. Apart from the...
I’m planning to walk the Portuguese in November. I would appreciate advice from anybody that has completed a winter Camino with regard to Albergue’s, weather conditions, how busy/quiet it will be…anything at all that would be of benefit to know.
Thanks,
Don.
Hi! I was wondering if I could get some perspectives from the Invierno alumni. I am planning to walk the Invierno over the Christmas break later this year (I've got a while yet but I'm getting exciting planning already!). I really appreciate @Athena Atterdag's incredibly helpful post and, after...
Hi all,
Excited to be back planning now after our 2020 Camino ended abruptly after walking for only 1 week.
We‘re looking at walking the Francés from mid January next year, going slowly. Our walking party this time round will be my wife and 5 of our 6 children. The youngest will be 4, so we...
Please don’t flog me as I know footwear is a personal preference and it’s been discussed to no end.
I’ve always worn trail runners/hiking shoes which have worked great for my three Camino’s. However, I definitely wouldn’t wear them in the Winter.
I’m clueless when it comes to a hiking boot let...
It seems I'll be living up to my Forum name, God willing. I've walked Spring, Summer and Fall and now well, infant planning stage of a Winter CF Camino 2023/2024. I've come to the conclusion that knowing it will rain/snow results in knowing what to pack. Having to guess if it will rain/snow...
Hi all,
I sent this message to @davebugg as he is the guru of equipment and I respect his expertise.
Please note that I am reiterating what I wrote to Dave. I appreciate suggestions and advice from all. I do not want to change the shoes I am wearing. I am looking for a prophylaxis to wear over...
Hey everyone, flying out tomorrow and wanted help on packing list to minimize weight I will have to carry everyday. Also, I have been trying to keep in mind the winter and necessary modifications.
Would love to hear your thoughts :)
Packing
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- backpack (40L)
- sleeping bag (1kg)...
When deciding on gear and clothing choices related to walking in colder weather, it is important to make these considerations in conjunction with how one might use them to best effect. Adequate clothing can fail to prevent hypothermia, for example, if good technique is ignored.
Layering...
Hola a todos, I have a month off end of February / early March and was wondering if the Camino francés is accessible and doable in this season as I recognize it is off season.
My main concerns revolve around:
terrain - snow on the ground, passes through mountains
climate / temp - if it will be...
Hi all,
I am seriously thinking of starting the Frances from SJPD to Santiago next week. I’ve taken some time out from work and want to make best use of it. What I am curious to know is what sorting of clothing and sleeping bag pilgrims take in the winter and will my 33L pack used for...
I know this has been done many many times but I will also add to the packing list fray!
I am opening myself up to critic here as I could use some help. My pack is currently about 7.5kg without snacks and water. I worry that is too much and I should leave some stuff home. I will be walking from...
Hi folks. I am writing from the US. I am walking from Burgos to Leon next month. I know it will be cold and possibly wet. But will I need spikes because of ice on the ground? Thank you for any information you can provide.
Note from the mods: if you are just joining @Yoah’s thread, you may want to see the earlier reports on this epic walk. He started with the Via Serrana from Tarifa to Sevilla. From Sevilla, @Yoah walked the Via de la Plata/Sanabrés. And now we follow him along the Francés.
Here are a few...
Here's a new thread to post pictures, musings, etc. from any year for any dates in December on any Camino route.
When you respond, please mention the year, route you were on and where you walked (or rested) that day. Thanks!
Also, if you are posting multiple pictures upload them as thumbnails.
hello Camino friends,
I guess I’m posting for a bit of Moral support -am I completely crazy? I am seriously thinking of Camino Frances this winter flying Into Paris 20 jan 2022 and leaving via Paris 14/03/2022 . I have this time off before I start a new job in early April and for the...
Hi,
I haven't found anything via the search function here so far about a winter-camino in France – but my search may have been not thorough enough. What's it like to walk a chemin de Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle in France during winter?
My general interest is at the moment: Are gîtes open at...
Hello all,
I am starting my winter Camino Frances on January 10 at roncevilles or pamplona.
I live in the Rockies so snow travel is no problem.
Any advice?
average walking days?
pensions Vs alberques?
Covid precautions in albergues?
I have 45 days.
thanks
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