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Thanks @Kanga! By the sounds of it, about 4,803 Compostelas were issued in November of last year, and a lot of the discussions about November walks suggest that I won't be alone on the path@Sandra S I'm not sure how many are likely to respond - by November many of the alberges have closed for the season and the numbers of pilgrims drops dramatically. We have a few hardy souls who walk in winter (@mspath is our champion) but not many. And of course not everyone who walks the camino knows about this forum.
Wow, Margret! What a wealth off information that does, indeed, get the snowball rolling. Thank you so much for offering that, and for linking to so many great resources.Here is some relevant info to get the potential snowball rolling!
Any season can be a wonderful time to walk, but in winter you MUST be prepared for varied weather. Nights can be extremely cold with freezing rain or snow. Learn to read the sky for possible storms, ask locals for advice and take every precaution.
Sillydoll who is a Forum member has compiled encyclopedic information on Winter Walking. Other good accounts of winter walking by a Forum member Kialoa3 are his 2010 and later blogs
In bad weather many steep descents on the camino would be treacherous and following smaller parallel roads might be necessary. Winter 2012/13 the Napoleon route from SJPdP to Roncesvalles was filled with several meters of snow and in effect closed to pilgrims thus necessitating the use of the Valcarlos alternate; read more here about this recent hazardous situation. During summer 2015 local authorities have decided that the Napoleon route will be closed from November 1 to April 1. Read more here.
Other difficult stretches after storms might be from Najera to Santo Domingo de la Calzada or across the Montes de Oca from Villafranca as well as Monte Irago and, of course, O Cebreiro.
Not all albergues will be open, but the welcome at those albergues which are is often most sincere. Most will usually be heated and/or have blankets. Generally the hospitaleros know who is open on the next stage. A new list of albergues Open in Winter is available as a Forum resource.
When walking in late autumn/winter only in larger places such as Roncevalles, Logrono and Santo Domingo de la Calzada and, of course, Santiago have I ever seen a cluster of more than 20 pilgrims at one time. It is easy to walk alone and in smaller albergues you might be the only pilgrim.
Twice during winter caminos I have sat out true blizzards; in Villafranca Montes de Oca, February 25, 26, 2006 and Foncebadón, March 5,6, 2009. Even late November 2012 the climb up to O Cebreiro was packed with snow. You can see the snow and read my blog accounts of these three memorable storms here. Luckily open albergues offered welcoming shelter, heat and companionship.
Most of us who walk in late autumn and winter wear and carry lightweight but warm layers which can easily be added or removed while walking. Each pilgrim develops a favorite combo. Scan the Forum's Equipment topic to see a multitude of varied approaches. Here's mine
Happy planning and Buen Camino,
Margaret Meredith
...I was hoping to do the Valcarlos Route regardless, and my intention was to do it in two days (staying at Valcaros on the first night). From what I've gathered on the forums, the weather when I leave (Nov 10) is often fine, although I should be prepared for all conditions.
Is this what you've experienced? And how have you found walking along the road? I'm worried about road safety, and would rather start at a later point than put myself at risk. Also, do you happen to remember how many hours (approximately) these two stints took you? And, finally, are you aware if there are any shops (markets, supermarkets, etc. that sell fruit, vegetables, jarred beans) in either Valcarlos or Roncesvalles?
Thank you so much for any information you can provide. Now I'm off to explore the rest of those amazing resources!
Sandra
Thank you Margaret! That all sounds very doable, and not as scary as I initially thought. I'm a pilgrim who will be cooking a lot, due to both dietary requirements and budget needs. I'll definitely be carrying food with me, and stocking up at shops along the way. I love the idea of soup packets!Some comments re food out of season.
In cold weather periodic bar stops throughout any walking day are necessary for a warm seat, coffee, hot chocolate or fresh orange juice and the loo. In Léon hot chocolate is so thick that the spoon almost stands in the cup. Served with freshly made crullers it is a delicious, caloric treat and fuel for trekking! For another delicious pick-up try freshly squeezed zumo naranja or orange juice. No champagne has ever tasted better!
In those albergues which offer kitchens many pilgrims for either dietary reasons and/or to cut costs prepare their own meals; except in emergencies I generally don't. Nevertheless I always carry basic rations since the only shop or bar in town may NOT be open during the late autumn/winter! My basics include tea bags, packets which make a cup of soup (even including croutons), firm cheese, small sausage, simple cookies and some chocolate. Often these same ingredients serve as a predawn breakfast hours before any Spanish bar would dream of opening!
You are in for a great adventure! It's great that you have invited other November pilgrims to post here.
I followed this link since I will be walking all through November. I wasn't able to download the list because it goes to an external site which has the notice that "Los meses fríos han pasado y la mayoría de albergues estarán abiertos. La lista volverá la próxima temporada (noviembre 2015 - febrero 2016)." I.e. "The cold months are over and most albergues will be open. The list will return for the next season (November 2015 - February2016)."A new list of albergues Open in Winter is available as a Forum resource.
You are in for a great adventure! It's great that you have invited other November pilgrims to post here.
Thanks for the great post. I tried to download the 2014 list that you posted a link to with the Winter Albergues that are open. I am not sure what I am doing wrong, I am very familiar with downloading items in general, but I can not download the list that was posted. When I click on it, it is just a part of a picture of the list. When I go to the website link that is connected to it, there is no list posted and it just says the new list is coming soon. Do you have any pointers on how I can get a copy of the 2014 list? Is anyone else having trouble downloading it? Thank you!Here is some relevant info to get the potential snowball rolling!
Any season can be a wonderful time to walk, but in winter you MUST be prepared for varied weather. Nights can be extremely cold with freezing rain or snow. Learn to read the sky for possible storms, ask locals for advice and take every precaution.
Sillydoll who is a Forum member has compiled encyclopedic information on Winter Walking. Other good accounts of winter walking by a Forum member Kialoa3 are his 2010 and later blogs
In bad weather many steep descents on the camino would be treacherous and following smaller parallel roads might be necessary. Winter 2012/13 the Napoleon route from SJPdP to Roncesvalles was filled with several meters of snow and in effect closed to pilgrims thus necessitating the use of the Valcarlos alternate; read more here about this recent hazardous situation. During summer 2015 local authorities have decided that the Napoleon route will be closed from November 1 to April 1. Read more here.
Other difficult stretches after storms might be from Najera to Santo Domingo de la Calzada or across the Montes de Oca from Villafranca as well as Monte Irago and, of course, O Cebreiro.
Not all albergues will be open, but the welcome at those albergues which are is often most sincere. Most will usually be heated and/or have blankets. Generally the hospitaleros know who is open on the next stage. A new list of albergues Open in Winter is available as a Forum resource.
When walking in late autumn/winter only in larger places such as Roncevalles, Logrono and Santo Domingo de la Calzada and, of course, Santiago have I ever seen a cluster of more than 20 pilgrims at one time. It is easy to walk alone and in smaller albergues you might be the only pilgrim.
Twice during winter caminos I have sat out true blizzards; in Villafranca Montes de Oca, February 25, 26, 2006 and Foncebadón, March 5,6, 2009. Even late November 2012 the climb up to O Cebreiro was packed with snow. You can see the snow and read my blog accounts of these three memorable storms here. Luckily open albergues offered welcoming shelter, heat and companionship.
Most of us who walk in late autumn and winter wear and carry lightweight but warm layers which can easily be added or removed while walking. Each pilgrim develops a favorite combo. Scan the Forum's Equipment topic to see a multitude of varied approaches. Here's mine
Happy planning and Buen Camino,
Margaret Meredith
Yes I had trouble. (Scroll a few posts up.)Is anyone else having trouble downloading it?
HiPerry, yes you will have a great adventure. Wish you a great journey and a Buen Camino, Peter.Hi Sandra, thanks for this. I will be starting my first Camino from SJPP on 23 November. Not sure how many days but I have a maximum of 6 weeks. Not really my preferred time of year to start but it's the time I could get off. Looks like it will be quite an adventure.
Perry
Hi David , the walk to Finesterre is very nice . I did it last year with my wife and we started in Sarria .It has been a bit of a struggle planning my camino for this year but it is set for November 11 starting in Leon and walking on to Finisterre. I can't wait to get off the train or bus in Leon and get started.
David
Hi Courtney and welcome to this forum.Hi all!
Thanks for setting this up Sandra. I plan to start my first Camino on November 10, 2015, from SJPP as well. I am hoping to be finished by mid-December.
I am coming from the USA and this is a birthday present to myself
Looking forward to the adventure up ahead!
Courtney
Hi, wish you all the best on your journey and a Buen Camino, Peter.I'm probably going to start from SJPP on the 3:d or 4:th of November. It will be my 4:th CF and my 10:th winter hike (although I must say that this will be my first winter hike where snow shoes or skies aren't necessary. Hahaha!).
Hi Christof! How exciting that you're doing the longer journeyHello everybody. My name is Christof and I'm an alco - I mean, I'll be starting from Le Puy halfway through September, plus or minus a week after the 8th. I had intended on starting in August, but that ended up not working out. Im not sure how long it will take me to join the Frances, but I anticipate getting to St Jean more or less halfway through October. I have a tent with me, which I hope will come in handy if these rumors about closed albergues turn out to be true.
Hi Perry! Thanks for adding your info. I've added you to the listHi Sandra, thanks for this. I will be starting my first Camino from SJPP on 23 November. Not sure how many days but I have a maximum of 6 weeks. Not really my preferred time of year to start but it's the time I could get off. Looks like it will be quite an adventure.
Perry
Hi Liam! That's very exciting. If you start on the 10th then you'll already have Courtney and I as your Camino friendsHi Sandra,
This is such a valuable thing to have posted. It's great to know that there will be quite a few other people out there in November/ December.
I'm looking to start the Camino from SJPP on either the 3rd or the 10th November. This depends on whether my friend is coming along or not.
I've got 5 weeks in mind as a rough guide. I'd like to take a couple of days here and there to look around some of the fantastic towns we'll all be going through.
I hope your research is going well.
Cheers, Liam
Hi David! I'm so sorry to hear it's been a bit of a struggle. What's been happening?It has been a bit of a struggle planning my camino for this year but it is set for November 11 starting in Leon and walking on to Finisterre. I can't wait to get off the train or bus in Leon and get started.
David
Nikki! WOW! Your tenth Camino! My head can't even comprehend how fantastic those journeys must've beenI'm probably going to start from SJPP on the 3:d or 4:th of November. It will be my 4:th CF and my 10:th winter hike (although I must say that this will be my first winter hike where snow shoes or skies aren't necessary. Hahaha!).
Hi Courtney! No worries at all! I'm SO excited to meet my first fellow 10th of Nov pilgrimHi all!
Thanks for setting this up Sandra. I plan to start my first Camino on November 10, 2015, from SJPP as well. I am hoping to be finished by mid-December.
I am coming from the USA and this is a birthday present to myself
Looking forward to the adventure up ahead!
Courtney
I am walking with a friend and with trying to arrange schedules, etc, it was difficult to set a date. We were planning to go earlier but my mother-in-law had a bad turn with the cancer she was fighting. So we were kind of treading water till I knew if I could be away for 3-4 weeks. My father unexpectedly passed away on his 90th birthday and just two weeks later my mother-in-law passed away earlier this summer. So it ended up that November was the best time for us to walk. The Camino is going to be a good way to reflect and pray and kind of finish the grieving process. I can't wait and I hope to perhaps see some of you along the way.Hi David! I'm so sorry to hear it's been a bit of a struggle. What's been happening?
I've added you to the list and hope to see you along the Way!
Sandra
Welcome Annaindi!Hello everybody!Thanks Sandra for doing this!
I'm looking at starting my camino from SJPP around the 2nd of November and also have in mind about 5 weeks.
Oh gosh, David, I'm so sorry to hear that. That's a lot to have going on. I'm glad that the Camino has sorted itself out in the end, as it feels like exactly the right space to process what sounds like a huge year. My love to you and your family.I am walking with a friend and with trying to arrange schedules, etc, it was difficult to set a date. We were planning to go earlier but my mother-in-law had a bad turn with the cancer she was fighting. So we were kind of treading water till I knew if I could be away for 3-4 weeks. My father unexpectedly passed away on his 90th birthday and just two weeks later my mother-in-law passed away earlier this summer. So it ended up that November was the best time for us to walk. The Camino is going to be a good way to reflect and pray and kind of finish the grieving process. I can't wait and I hope to perhaps see some of you along the way.
Hi David, what a said news. Hope the Camino will do good for you.I am walking with a friend and with trying to arrange schedules, etc, it was difficult to set a date. We were planning to go earlier but my mother-in-law had a bad turn with the cancer she was fighting. So we were kind of treading water till I knew if I could be away for 3-4 weeks. My father unexpectedly passed away on his 90th birthday and just two weeks later my mother-in-law passed away earlier this summer. So it ended up that November was the best time for us to walk. The Camino is going to be a good way to reflect and pray and kind of finish the grieving process. I can't wait and I hope to perhaps see some of you along the way.
Hi all!
Thanks for setting this up Sandra. I plan to start my first Camino on November 10, 2015, from SJPP as well. I am hoping to be finished by mid-December.
I am coming from the USA and this is a birthday present to myself
Looking forward to the adventure up ahead!
Courtney
Hi Ingrid and welcome.So glad to have found this very encouraging post! Thanks Sandra for initiating it and all the lovely people for providing valuable information.
I am planning to start the Camino on 8th of November from Pamplona as I only have 25 days of actual walking. It wasn't until a few days ago that I decided to do this. Going a bit bonkers now trying to sort out the transportation (most likely Taipei-Madrid-Pamplona) and make sure I'm well prepared for the cold and possible rain.
Really excited
"Only" hahaha I love it@Sandra S It's "only" my fourth Camino. But I'm from Sweden and I've done a lot of hiking here up north. I'm probably gonna do the Camino cleanup late November so maybe you'll see me in the trail somewhere between Burgos and Leon between the 28:th of November and the 3:d of December.
Yay Ingrid! WelcomeSo glad to have found this very encouraging post! Thanks Sandra for initiating it and all the lovely people for providing valuable information.
I am planning to start the Camino on 8th of November from Pamplona as I only have 25 days of actual walking. It wasn't until a few days ago that I decided to do this. Going a bit bonkers now trying to sort out the transportation (most likely Taipei-Madrid-Pamplona) and make sure I'm well prepared for the cold and possible rain.
Really excited
That's great, James! What a fantastic project to be involved in.I'm going to be involved in Rebekah Scott's annual litter-pick on the Frances route nr Sahagun, Palencia province, at the end of November/start of December, so maybe I'll get to say hi to some of you passing-by around that time. Please make sure to deposit all rubbish/trash/garbage responsibly. Buen Camino! James.
p.s. Incidentally, does anyone know the typical sunrise and sunset times at this time of the year?
Hi Paul, happy 21st. next month.Hey all, i'm planning to begin my adventure in SJPP on the 14th / 15th of November, coming there from the beautiful beaches of Central Coast, Australia.
Thought this would make a great 21st present for myself so why not!
Hi Chris, wish you well and a Buen Camino, Peter.I am walking from Pamplona for about a week from 27 November - unfortunately I can't get away for the period of a whole camino so I will be doing it in chunks, at different times.
Welcome, Paul!Hey all, i'm planning to begin my adventure in SJPP on the 14th / 15th of November, coming there from the beautiful beaches of Central Coast, Australia.
Thought this would make a great 21st present for myself so why not!
Welcome, Chris! I've added you to the listI am walking from Pamplona for about a week from 27 November - unfortunately I can't get away for the period of a whole camino so I will be doing it in chunks, at different times.
Hi Rob, when the Napoleon route is closed because of bad weather you can walk the Valcarlos route to Roncesvalles.Hi Everyone. I'm changing jobs and taking some time off in between. Hope to spend two weeks walking starting around november 7. I have two questions for the group here.
1. I really want to walk the route Napoleon over the pyranees but concerned that it will be closed, bad weather, or just too risky. given that I only have a couple of weeks, if it is really unlikely that I can do that route, I may start in Pamplona (easier to get to than SjPP). What do you think the likelyhood is of being able to do the route Napoleon?
2. One of the nice things of the daily walk seems to be stopping for coffee, breakfast and lunch at the cafes along the way. But now I'm concerned that none will be open. Will that be the case or just in the smaller towns?
Thanks,
Rob
Hi Rob!Hi Everyone. I'm changing jobs and taking some time off in between. Hope to spend two weeks walking starting around november 7. I have two questions for the group here.
1. I really want to walk the route Napoleon over the pyranees but concerned that it will be closed, bad weather, or just too risky. given that I only have a couple of weeks, if it is really unlikely that I can do that route, I may start in Pamplona (easier to get to than SjPP). What do you think the likelyhood is of being able to do the route Napoleon?
2. One of the nice things of the daily walk seems to be stopping for coffee, breakfast and lunch at the cafes along the way. But now I'm concerned that none will be open. Will that be the case or just in the smaller towns?
Thanks,
Rob
Yeah, it's a tough one! Will starting in Pamplona give you a chance to get to Santiago? I feel like two weeks isn't enough, but I've not done it yet so don't actually know. My approach to the question would be counting two weeks backwards from Santiago and starting there! I'd also give myself a day or two spare to either enjoy the places along the way or as a back-up in case of illness or injuryWell I'm glad I asked! Thanks Sandra! I'm torn. I would like to start where most people do but I think Pamplona will work too. I really wish I had time to do the whole Camino.
Will let you know what I decide and maybe we will meet along the way!
Well that certainly makes more senseGosh, no, I didn't think I could walk to Santiago in two weeks! I'm using this as phase 1 of a multi-phase walk. Where ever I end on this phase, I will return and continue over the next couple of years. that's why I'm keen to start in St Jean, so that I can experience the common starting point of the journey.
Still haven't decided!
Hi Sandra, try to keep kalm. You will be fine.Oh my gosh, @Courtney M., I just realised that we start walking in 21 days! Are you ready?! I've been frantically trying to organise all my gear around Uni assignments. There's so much to do!
I will be walking through about 12 November. Honestly, even in October, you really need to be prepared for everything out here.You are in for a great adventure! It's great that you have invited other November pilgrims to post here.
I followed this link since I will be walking all through November. I wasn't able to download the list because it goes to an external site which has the notice that "Los meses fríos han pasado y la mayoría de albergues estarán abiertos. La lista volverá la próxima temporada (noviembre 2015 - febrero 2016)." I.e. "The cold months are over and most albergues will be open. The list will return for the next season (November 2015 - February2016)."
Hi, Gretuka, stay confident and you will do fine.Hola, peregrinos !! I am Greta from Lithuania and I just booked a flight from London to Biarritz on 29th October and now I am feeling like my mind is blowing out !!!) I have just 7 days to prepare. It's my first Camino and I believe it will be a great challenge not just because of ~800km or that it is winter time... I am making it as my spiritual journey too
I think, I will start my Camino on 30th October from SJPP. My plan is to get to Santiago de Compostela in 30 days, although I am a little bit nervous about the fact that a lot of albergues will be closed so it can change some things...
But, as I am still scrolling through forum's pages, I get more and more confident that I wouldn't be alone along the way and I really really hope that I will get a chance to meet some of you!
Cheers!
Hola, peregrinos !! I am Greta from Lithuania and I just booked a flight from London to Biarritz on 29th October and now I am feeling like my mind is blowing out !!!) I have just 7 days to prepare. It's my first Camino and I believe it will be a great challenge not just because of ~800km or that it is winter time... I am making it as my spiritual journey too
I think, I will start my Camino on 30th October from SJPP. My plan is to get to Santiago de Compostela in 30 days, although I am a little bit nervous about the fact that a lot of albergues will be closed so it can change some things...
But, as I am still scrolling through forum's pages, I get more and more confident that I wouldn't be alone along the way and I really really hope that I will get a chance to meet some of you!
Cheers!
Hola, peregrinos !! I am Greta from Lithuania and I just booked a flight from London to Biarritz on 29th October and now I am feeling like my mind is blowing out !!!) I have just 7 days to prepare. It's my first Camino and I believe it will be a great challenge not just because of ~800km or that it is winter time... I am making it as my spiritual journey too
I think, I will start my Camino on 30th October from SJPP. My plan is to get to Santiago de Compostela in 30 days, although I am a little bit nervous about the fact that a lot of albergues will be closed so it can change some things...
But, as I am still scrolling through forum's pages, I get more and more confident that I wouldn't be alone along the way and I really really hope that I will get a chance to meet some of you!
Cheers!
Hi all!
I'll be starting the Camino Frances from SJPP on November the 19th, 2015, and have been inspired by these fabulous threads to begin a list of pilgrims who are walking at around the same time (including late October 2015 and early December 2015, given we'll likely cross paths). My hope is that this will be a chance for us to connect, ask questions, share ideas and inspiration, and perhaps even make plans to meet as we all prepare for our adventure.
If you'd like to join in, please post a message introducing yourself, including the following information (which I'll add to the list below):
Feel free to introduce yourself too, perhaps with some info about where you're coming from, what inspired you to do the Camino, and what you're looking forward to!
- Your date of departure
- Your departure location
- How many days you're planning to walk for
Thanks!
Sandra
NOVEMBER 2015 PILGRIMS ON THE CAMINO FRANCES
Sun, Oct 25
Mon, Oct 26
Tue, Oct 27
Wed, Oct 28
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
Sun, Nov 1
Mon, Nov 2 annaindi (SJPP/35)
Tue, Nov 3 Liam H (SJPP/35); Nikki-ki-yay (SJPP/?)
Wed, Nov 4
Thu, Nov 5
Fri, Nov 6
Sat, Nov 7
Sun, Nov 8 ingrid.f (Pamplona/25)
Mon, Nov 9
Tue, Nov 10 Sandra S (SJPP/41); Courtney M. (SJPP/?)
Wed, Nov 11 davidduff (Leon/?)
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
Sat, Nov 14 Paul St (SJPP/?)
Sun, Nov 15
Mon, Nov 16
Tue, Nov 17
Wed, Nov 18
Thu, Nov 19
Fri, Nov 20
Sat, Nov 21
Sun, Nov 22
Mon, Nov 23 Perry el Peregrino (SJPP/42)
Tue, Nov 24
Wed, Nov 25
Thu, Nov 26
Fri, Nov 27 ChrisK (Pamplona/?)
Sat, Nov 28
Sun, Nov 29
Mon, Nov 30
Tue, Dec 1
Wed, Dec 2
Thu, Dec 3
Fri, Dec 4
Sat, Dec 5
When I've taken the train to Bayonne I had to change in Lyon or Bordeaux and it was a rather long trip. At one time I took the train from Gare de Austerlitz (hahaha spelling??) and another time from Gare de Montparnasse. Never directly from CDG. Whising you good luck and great travels.Hello everyone,
I hope this message finds you in excellent health!
I will be arriving in Paris on Nov, 17th at approx. 11am
I was wondering if it's at all possible to catch a train to Bayonne directly from CDG ( Will I be able to find a train at that time, how long is the trip and or How late do trains travel?)
Just an FYI:
I plan to start my walk from SJPDP Nov. 19th, But was planning on relaxing a little from 1 short and 1 long flight, before arriving in Paris and doing so in Bayonne or Possibly stay in Paris on the 17th and then take a train on the 18th to Bayonne, spend a night and then the 19th to SJPDP; as early as possible, find a train to SJPDP to begin the journey.
Any thoughts or suggestions are greatly appreciated!!
AL.J.
Hola Gretuka.....
I expect to be leaving Roncesvalles on the 31st so looks like we may bump into each other..I am the very slow old Englishman...say hello as you whizz bye...Buen Camino
Hi all!
I'll be starting the Camino Frances from SJPP on November the 10th, 2015, and have been inspired by these fabulous threads to begin a list of pilgrims who are walking at around the same time (including late October 2015 and early December 2015, given we'll likely cross paths). My hope is that this will be a chance for us to connect, ask questions, share ideas and inspiration, and perhaps even make plans to meet as we all prepare for our adventure.
If you'd like to join in, please post a message introducing yourself, including the following information (which I'll add to the list below):
Feel free to introduce yourself too, perhaps with some info about where you're coming from, what inspired you to do the Camino, and what you're looking forward to!
- Your date of departure
- Your departure location
- How many days you're planning to walk for
Thanks!
Sandra
NOVEMBER 2015 PILGRIMS ON THE CAMINO FRANCES
Sun, Oct 25
Mon, Oct 26
Tue, Oct 27
Wed, Oct 28
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
Sun, Nov 1
Mon, Nov 2 annaindi (SJPP/35)
Tue, Nov 3 Liam H (SJPP/35); Nikki-ki-yay (SJPP/?)
Wed, Nov 4
Thu, Nov 5
Fri, Nov 6
Sat, Nov 7
Sun, Nov 8 ingrid.f (Pamplona/25)
Mon, Nov 9 Deb D (SJPP/?) Scott D (SJPP/?)
Tue, Nov 10 Sandra S (SJPP/41); Courtney M. (SJPP/?)
Wed, Nov 11 davidduff (Leon/?)
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
Sat, Nov 14 Paul St (SJPP/?)
Sun, Nov 15
Mon, Nov 16
Tue, Nov 17
Wed, Nov 18
Thu, Nov 19
Fri, Nov 20
Sat, Nov 21
Sun, Nov 22
Mon, Nov 23 Perry el Peregrino (SJPP/42)
Tue, Nov 24
Wed, Nov 25
Thu, Nov 26
Fri, Nov 27 ChrisK (Pamplona/?)
Sat, Nov 28
Sun, Nov 29
Mon, Nov 30
Tue, Dec 1
Wed, Dec 2
Thu, Dec 3
Fri, Dec 4
Sat, Dec 5
Hey all, i'm planning to begin my adventure in SJPP on the 14th / 15th of November, coming there from the beautiful beaches of Central Coast, Australia.
Thought this would make a great 21st present for myself so why not!
Wow, Margret! What a wealth off information that does, indeed, get the snowball rolling. Thank you so much for offering that, and for linking to so many great resources.
Your information regarding the Napoleon Route is particularly pertinent. I was hoping to do the Valcarlos Route regardless, and my intention was to do it in two days (staying at Valcaros on the first night). From what I've gathered on the forums, the weather when I leave (Nov 10) is often fine, although I should be prepared for all conditions.
Is this what you've experienced? And how have you found walking along the road? I'm worried about road safety, and would rather start at a later point than put myself at risk. Also, do you happen to remember how many hours (approximately) these two stints took you? And, finally, are you aware if there are any shops (markets, supermarkets, etc. that sell fruit, vegetables, jarred beans) in either Valcaros or Roncesvalles?
Thank you so much for any information you can provide. Now I'm off to explore the rest of those amazing resources!
Sandra
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