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Don't worry: not as difficult as you think. Walked in May at 74 and at least 30% of people who I met were over 70. Best thing is that the hills make you stronger so after Lugo it is like walking on a flat table! Some very nice, friendly Municipal albergues on the primitivo.My heart wants to do the Primitivo but my body thinks the Frances from Leon is a better choice. Is it possible to start the Primitivo and if it proves too much to get transportation to Leon to restart? I feel pathetic even asking, but just trying to think through all my options. For a little background, I'm a 57 year old female in decent shape. Knees and hips get a little grumpy if I walk more than 20-24 kilometers, but I've been doing 13 kilometers regularly with no problem training daily..
Thank you for those encouraging words! I see you've done multiple Caminos. Lots of people are saying I should do the Frances first because of the "full" experience. Do you have an opinion on that? I'm waffling back and forth, and can't decide!I've walked the Primitivo in my 60's as a medium fit gal. On the more difficult hills, you just take it a bit slower and stop often to take beautiful pictures...it all works out and is worth it!
Well, I have loved all my Caminos, but I still normally suggest people start with the Frances; especially if they are not used to backpacking in nature, or possibly are timid, slightly fearful females if going alone. The Frances is its own special "feel", and although a number of people don't appreciate the movie "The Way", I personally loved it, and for me it replicated quite well what the Frances is all about. I thought the movie was a great introduction to the uniqueness of that particular Camino, and fueled my desire to experience it.Thank you for those encouraging words! I see you've done multiple Caminos. Lots of people are saying I should do the Frances first because of the "full" experience. Do you have an opinion on that? I'm waffling back and forth, and can't decide!
I do read on this forum that post-covid the lack of beds is real; some due to permanent closures, and also because there has been an influx of pilgrims once again. I think it depends if you want to walk without reservations or are willing to plan each night ahead of time.I'm torn because I really want beautiful landscape, a sense of community, but not the bed race
I am a lunatic, so that for me, the "full experience" is to walk from home.Thank you for those encouraging words! I see you've done multiple Caminos. Lots of people are saying I should do the Frances first because of the "full" experience. Do you have an opinion on that? I'm waffling back and forth, and can't decide!
I totally agree with you Chrissy. it is so hard to have a one size fits all scenario for what is hard/easy and also factor in age/weight/experience/prior injuries/blisters or aches and you can't possibly have one answer. The only thing I tell people is try it if you really want to . I also recommend the Frances as a first camino just because of the infrastructure support as well as pilgrim support. I think most will agree that no matter how much you train for many people especially those who have never attempted something like this prepares you but can't replicate the experience. Finally learning your rhythm and how to walk can only come once you begin your pilgrimage.Well, I have loved all my Caminos, but I still normally suggest people start with the Frances; especially if they are not used to backpacking in nature, or possibly are timid, slightly fearful females if going alone. The Frances is its own special "feel", and although a number of people don't appreciate the movie "The Way", I personally loved it, and for me it replicated quite well what the Frances is all about. I thought the movie was a great introduction to the uniqueness of that particular Camino, and fueled my desire to experience it.
That said, I do not know what "category" you fit into, and I'm sure you will receive many varying opinions.
Jabba, I think most of us are loonies in one way or another...you are not alone.Or you're a loony like me.
I really want beautiful landscape, a sense of community, but not the bed race. I'm going in September and I have roughly 20 days to walk
I've been doing 13 kilometers regularly with no problem training daily..
@GigiO, follow your heart.My heart wants to do the Primitivo
Excuse me? "Full experience" according to what? Any camino can give you that.Lots of people are saying I should do the Frances first because of the "full" experience.
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