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HolaHi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
I would suggest that you take no cotton t-shirt unless they are for sleeping due to sweat. I would also suggest a polar instead of a pull over. Just a suggestion.Not a bad list. I would suggest:
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants (only 1. You are wearing the other)
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts (only 1. You are wearing the other)
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks (are you double socking? If not cut to 2. and you are wearing a third)
3 underwear (only 2. You are wearing the other)
3 sports bras (only 2. You are wearing the other)
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Follow the rule of wear one to walk, wear the other in the evening while you are washing/drying. There's still room to be ruthless on this list. One pair of pants only, one long sleeved shirt only. Two bras, wear one and wash one, etc. This may cut back socks and undies as well although I take 3 pairs of each of those. Leggings for evening and sleep or leave them out and take the second pair of pants instead.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
At this time of year you will need gloves and a warm hat/beanie of some sort. Also pack another pair of spare socks and think about wet weather gear. Without sufficient cover your legs will soak through and water then runs down your legs and into your boots. It is particularly cold and wet this week, unseasonal but a factor of global climate changes.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
HolaHola
1 sleeping bag
1 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings ? (normally one pair of troussers, 1 pair of shorts (or zip off) and maybe 1 pair of yogapants/ sleeping pants)
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt(avoid cotton)
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
2-3 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras (got no clue - i'm a man)
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Looks good.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
No. You need the sleeping bag. In 8 Caminos: Frances, Portugues and Ingles, no albergue, hotel or hostal EVER told me I could not use my own bedding. That also goes for 45 years of travel all over the world. On CF, in the past couple years, Most albergues require and provide a paper mattress cover. Some have blankets, some don’tLooks good.
Many hostels will not permit you to use your own bedding (due to risk of bed bugs). You may be able to go without
the sleeping bag.
I second that.Hola
1 sleeping bag
1 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings ? (normally one pair of troussers, 1 pair of shorts (or zip off) and maybe 1 pair of yogapants/ sleeping pants)
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt(avoid cotton)
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
2-3 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras (got no clue - i'm a man)
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Just my 5 cents.
• You may consider a rock to unburden yourself off. (if you have anything in your life to be left behind..) It doesnt have to be at Cruz Feror, but can be anywhere really.
• Safety pins for hanging wet cloth on your backpack
• String/ paracord 3-4 meters as washing cord
• A 5-7 L drybag can be used as a washing bag when it is not used as a cointainer
I hope this helps
Buen Camno
Lettinggo
Hi Steve217, up to now, I have read about bringing a cord. I just wonder how frequently albergues do not have a cord to dry clothes, and how long it should be? thanksCord to hang drying clothes great idea
The cord is probably more for hotels which do not have actual laundry facilities. Most albergues will have a drying rack or line as well as a place to machine or handwash your clothes.Hi Steve217, up to now, I have read about bringing a cord. I just wonder how frequently albergues do not have a cord to dry clothes, and how long it should be? thanks
Hiya, a lot depends on if you are using Albergues or going for a Pension-style Camino. (Nothing wrong with that by the way, but means you won't need some items -e.g. sleeping bag, quick dry towel etc ) You won't need 4 pairs of socks - suggest minimum of 2 pair (One pair in wash, one pair on feet.) I personally take a total of 3 pairs so that I have the option of changing half way through the day.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
Where did you experience this??Many hostels will not permit you to use your own bedding (due to risk of bed bugs). You may be able to go without
the sleeping bag
It is true that there are many Dark-side Albergues where a deal has been done with the native bed-bug populations. No Permethrin treated sleeping bags allowed. And of course the DNA collected from used bedding can be used to clone compliant Peregrinos who will not complain about cold showers and inedible Lomo.Looks good.
Many hostels will not permit you to use your own bedding (due to risk of bed bugs). You may be able to go without
the sleeping bag.
You are not excessively overpacking - but there are a couple things you could chose to eliminate if you want to. These are the differences I would do:Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
@Alexaklem is leaving this month. I don't think that I'd take shorts instead of pants.1 pair of leggings, 1 pair of shorts, eliminate the hiking pants
I found the opposite to be true - most required you to have your own bedding. I have seen an OCCASSIONAL place that wanted you to use their bedding, but most required you to have your own if you are in a dorm.Looks good.
Many hostels will not permit you to use your own bedding (due to risk of bed bugs). You may be able to go without
the sleeping bag.
Ah yes, I remember reading that but then forgot! Yep - 2 pairs of pants or leggings then and skip the tank top!@Alexaklem is leaving this month. I don't think that I'd take shorts instead of pants.
I also found the combination of light fleece, light windbreaker (slightly rain proof as well) and poncho a really good combination. With merino tops and I was good down to 0C. For lower temps have a heavier fleece.On another tack, my personal preference has been to carry not only a poncho but a light, packable wind breaker. Then, I will wear a fleece half zip sweater, the combination of which is enough to keep me warm while walking down topa few degrees below zero
As I understand it, this may be true only in France, not on the Camino Frances in Spain.Many hostels will not permit you to use your own bedding (due to risk of bed bugs). You may be able to go without
the sleeping bag.
Agree, I used my own sleeping bag all over the Camino Frances i 2018.As I understand it, this may be true only in France, not on the Camino Frances in Spain.
I disagree. It's slightly heavier than what I usually carry, but not by much.15 lbs is a heavy pack.
What a wonderfully precise list : thank-you so much !This is my packing list that is pretty much the same for April-May or Sept. Oct.
Sleeping Bag, 830gr
Babimax Z-Fold trekking Poles,
Knee-length fleece jacket 500gr.
Altus Poncho, 340 gr.
UHV hand free umbrella, 390gr.
1 pair hiking pants
1 pair Merino leggings
2 light long-sleeve blouses
1 long sleeve turtle neck t-shirt
Eagle Creek black silk money belt
Hip pouch, waterproof
2 wide-mouth metal bottles
extra pair of eyeglasses
3 pair knee socks
2 pair knee-high nylon hose
mini solar light
mini whistle
carabiner clip
Light, knee-length sleeveless nightgown, 125gr.
Muslin towel - 190gr.
1 camisole bra, 1 sports bra
3 pair underwear
8 plastic clothespins
10 safety pins
2 bootlaces (used to tie up sleeping bag instead of stuff sack, can be used as a clotheline)
Baseball cap
Pillowcase
Crocs for shower and relaxing
Pilgrim Credential from Ivar
Camino Passport/Credential Cover,from Ivar
Guidebook Raimond Joos, (in German)
Travel toiletries (toothpaste, travel toothbrush, shampoo/bodywash/laundry soap, tiny bottle of oil to use on hair, q-tips) in a zip-lock bag
Small de-tangler hairbrush
First aid kit (band-aid strip, Imodium, Benadryl, Medi Nait cold pills, migraine pills) in a zip-lock bag
Bandanna cut into 1/4ths, in a zip lock bag as emergency TP
P-Style FUD in a plastic bag
4 light mesh packing bags
1 pen
I-phone & cables, plug
Ear plugs
Bandana to use a handkerchief
Notebook
Scarf
The weight is 6.5kg minus the clothing I am wearing and what is in my hip pack. I weigh 78kg right now
Following is my two cents worth:Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
One needs to plan a lot more when walking during the winter, early spring and one must take into account the weird weather switching on a day like today with rain, wind and 12C, tomorrow expected sun and 22C here in southwest France. Buen Camino.There is a lot of good advice here but there is also some equally bad advice for the time of year you are walking. I wish people would always post the season they walked. I have walked all seasons but winter and my earlier spring bag is definitely heavier. It requires layers for warmth including a puffy, beanie and gloves. Many times laundry wasn’t possible, because it was raining or snowing and my clothes wouldn’t dry on the line. Because of this I used a washer/dryer every chance I got. Some years there was lots of precipitation and others none, but be prepared. So don’t ditch the extra pants, keep three pair of socks, but you can go to two bras. Add beanie and gloves and I personally go with the Altus rain coat (it’s not really a poncho) instead of raincoat, pants and pack cover. As mentioned you are missing many little like camp towel, pins for hanging clothes……..
It is a beautiful time of year to walk and I find it easier to climb those hills in cold/cool weather. Buen Camino
I’ve read that the weight of your packed backpack should not exceed 10% of your body weight. I tip the scale at about 153 pounds, so according to those readings, my loaded pack should weigh about 15 lbs. Do you xperienced Camino walkers follow this 10% guideline, or is it just that, a guideline, and people carry what they’re comfortable with/able to? Thanks for the feedback!I disagree. It's slightly heavier than what I usually carry, but not by much.
There are no prizes for the slightest pack. If someone is comfortable carrying 15 lbs or 20 lbs then they should carry the items that make them comfortable.
This has been extensively debated on the forum, . Here are some threads you might peruse. The simple answer is that 10% is only a guideline, at best, and is especially misguided for people who are overweight.I’ve read that the weight of your packed backpack should not exceed 10% of your body weight. I tip the scale at about 153 pounds, so according to those readings, my loaded pack should weigh about 15 lbs. Do you xperienced Camino walkers follow this 10% guideline, or is it just that, a guideline, and people carry what they’re comfortable with/able to? Thanks for the feedback!
Yes, thank you. I realize that it had been extensively debated. I have already perused those threads. That’s where I got the info. I was responding to a previous comment that opined that “15 lbs is a heavy pack.” Excuse me for double checking.This has been extensively debated on the forum, . Here are some threads you might peruse. The simple answer is that 10% is only a guideline, at best, and is especially misguided for people who are overweight.
Of course, people should "carry what they're comfortable with/able to."
Maybe a pair of lightweight waterproof pants to wear with just underwear so you don’t sweat out in case of really cold rainy days? There were a couple of days in November on the Frances that I was glad I had them but that said I didn’t use them the whole trip obviously so some will caution against this extra weight. Or maybe a rain kilt with your sport leggings?At this time of year you will need gloves and a warm hat/beanie of some sort. Also pack another pair of spare socks and think about wet weather gear. Without sufficient cover your legs will soak through and water then runs down your legs and into your boots. It is particularly cold and wet this week, unseasonal but a factor of global climate changes.
Or replace the cotton T-shirt with a merino sport blend. I use them exclusively - they can be expensive but I’ve never regretted the money spent on themFollowing is my two cents worth:
Buen Camino
- You might want to add a sleeping bag liner but not necessary. Actually the whole sleeping bag may be ditched. Sure, you may have a few times where it would be beneficial but...
- You should replace the cotton T-Shirt with a synthetic one.
- You should be ok with 3 pairs of socks - wear one and two as back up.
- You need a hat.
- You need Sun Protection Cream.
- You need a water container - though optional as you can purchase water bottles the whole Way.
- You need sunglasses.
- Easy on the toiletries as the weight can add up and you can replenish as you go.
- Depending on when you are going, you may want to consider a fleece jacket. You may want to replace your pullover with a fleece jacket.
- Replace the sandals with foam flip flops or crocs as they are lighter and will massage your feet more.
- Do not forget about your electronics as that can add a lot of weight real fast.
Ricardo
If you are asking you probably are. We all pack too much on our first. Pack less on our second and its still too much. It is always too much. Presume the shoes will be on your feet so they dont count. Were you have 3 and 4 make it 2. Ditch the cotton shirt, cotton not good. Assume one of the hiking pants will be on you and not in the pack. Toiletries need be no more than toothpaste and soap and deodorant. No need for much as its Spain not the jungle so easily replenished. I would add a jar of Vick to smear on your feet each morning to help prevent blisters. You lubricate your car machinery and feet are your machine for 800Km so lubricate them too. Ordinary vaseline will do but that was the one thing I had problems getting in some places. Every farmacia sells vick. Just noticed you said ten days not the whole thing so so cut another 1 off of underwear. And are leggings really necessary on a ten day pilgrimage. Buen CaminoHi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
in March I’d suggest a lightweight sleeping bag. In the summer a sleeping bag liner was sufficient for me and I didn’t always get into it but used it as a light sheet often.No matter what you pack there will come a time while you are walking that you will know you packed too much. That being said, the only questionable item from my point of view is the sleeping bag. Sleeping sheet could replace or perhaps it is a very light summer bag.
No. You need the sleeping bag. In 8 Caminos: Frances, Portugues and Ingles, no albergue, hotel or hostal EVER told me I could not use my own bedding. That also goes for 45 years of travel all over the world. On CF, in the past couple years, Most albergues require and provide a paper mattress cover. Some have blankets, some don’t
Are you talking about walking the Camino Frances? If so, the only section involving the Pyrenees is the first day from SJPdP to Roncesvalles. About 24-25 kilometers I believe. No need to pack anything special for that section except maybe an extra bottle of water and some snacks.I am worried because my rucksack weighs 10 kgs. I have been doing training hikes with a full bag in order to build up my stamina, and my back is killing me. I have emptied the rucksack four times trying to eliminate certain items…to no avail. Mid season hiking though the Pyrenées will be tough.
No phone or electronics. look like a reasonable list to me . I’ve walked the Francés 3 times and always think I have too much. If you can comfortably carry it, take it. One thing that’s a bit out there and is never mentioned is one of those small plastic hooks that you can on a shower door. Buy the in a shop that sells all the cheap bits and bobs. Reject Shop in Australia but everywhere has them. Often there is nowhere to hang your stuff and if you combine them with a hanging toiletries bag ( deuter, and others ), it’s happy days. And better than hanging stuff over a door. Little extra weight but worth a look. Whatever you take, you’ll have a ball. Don’t take anything that needs replacing; you just restock along the way, or is that Way.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
Super helpful, thank you!There is a lot of good advice here but there is also some equally bad advice for the time of year you are walking. I wish people would always post the season they walked. I have walked all seasons but winter and my earlier spring bag is definitely heavier. It requires layers for warmth including a puffy, beanie and gloves. Many times laundry wasn’t possible, because it was raining or snowing and my clothes wouldn’t dry on the line. Because of this I used a washer/dryer every chance I got. Some years there was lots of precipitation and others none, but be prepared. So don’t ditch the extra pants, keep three pair of socks, but you can go to two bras. Add beanie and gloves and I personally go with the Altus rain coat (it’s not really a poncho) instead of raincoat, pants and pack cover. As mentioned you are missing many little like camp towel, pins for hanging clothes……..
It is a beautiful time of year to walk and I find it easier to climb those hills in cold/cool weather. Buen Camino
Does this include what you are wearing? If not and you are really concerned about your pack weight get aggressive: (First add a little extra money in case the following suggestions prove excessive. Also include a bar soap suitable for hand washing clothes as well as your body.) Then pack 1 pair of hiking pants (wear the other on travel to the trail), No cotton t-shirt -- you do not need it and you can probably easily buy one as a souvenir if you want or find that you do. Considering the usual weight of long sleeve shirts make it one-to-wear the other to carry. If they are light quick- dry ignore this next idea that you might leave the pullover from your list especially if by pull-over you mean a shirt with a hood and long sleeves. (A T-shirt with long sleeves could be worn under a short sleeved ( or long sleeved) regular shirts when warmth is needed. If your rain jacket or poncho does not have a hood, buy a head covering before you leave or where you start the trail (another souvenir?). Two pairs of real merino wool socks should be enough --It is claimed that they do not need to be washed but every 6th day. Two sport bras (one to wear, one to carry). Also consider taking a bag liner rather than a regular sleeping bag. If you have an ultralight bag (less than a pound and a half) you might as well carry it. Rather than buying a bag liner you can easily make your own with a silky (unless you are rich, not real silk) sheet that you can sew into a bag.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
Are you taking something for the rain besides your rain jacket? I personally like rain pants and an umbrella, but others are ok with a poncho--I just think you need something for your bottom half. I would eliminate one set of the underwear, one pair of socks. You can wash stuff out and if it isn't dry by morning, wear it on the outside of your pack. Is the cotton shirt for sleeping--if not, I would not take cotton to wear daytime because it takes too long to dry and is not warm when wet and hiking. Some items I see on your list are things I take, but I take lightweight ones. (My bag is 1 pound; I wear flipflops if I want shower shoes.) So sometimes the items are fine, but the weight is heavier than desirable--for example, the backpack itself. You'd be happier with two pounds or even less. If you are buying everything new, it can be expensive, so sometimes compromise is necessary. Alternatively: if you pack too much and don't need it all, you can ship it ahead to Santiago. Another option many use is transport service--that's not for me, but many prefer it. Buen Camino!Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
I didn't pack too much my first time. In fact there were a few things that I had to buy in Spain.We all pack too much on our first. Pack less on our second and its still too much. It is always too much.
I am worried because my rucksack weighs 10 kgs. I have been doing training hikes with a full bag in order to build up my stamina, and my back is killing me. I have emptied the rucksack four times trying to eliminate certain items…to no avail. Mid season hiking though the Pyrenées will be tough.
If you have to ask, I'd say yes!Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
I don't think I'd pin up underwear on the outside of my pack, LOL. I'm trying to recall if I ever saw underwear flapping on anyone's pack??Are you taking something for the rain besides your rain jacket? I personally like rain pants and an umbrella, but others are ok with a poncho--I just think you need something for your bottom half. I would eliminate one set of the underwear, one pair of socks. You can wash stuff out and if it isn't dry by morning, wear it on the outside of your pack. Is the cotton shirt for sleeping--if not, I would not take cotton to wear daytime because it takes too long to dry and is not warm when wet and hiking. Some items I see on your list are things I take, but I take lightweight ones. (My bag is 1 pound; I wear flipflops if I want shower shoes.) So sometimes the items are fine, but the weight is heavier than desirable--for example, the backpack itself. You'd be happier with two pounds or even less. If you are buying everything new, it can be expensive, so sometimes compromise is necessary. Alternatively: if you pack too much and don't need it all, you can ship it ahead to Santiago. Another option many use is transport service--that's not for me, but many prefer it. Buen Camino!
To each his own, but I like to have 4 shirts and 4 pair of underwear. That way, I can wear each pair of pants for 2 days thus giving me clothes for 4 days in case I need a break from washing. Technically I (and you) should take just 3 shirts and underwear. If I were you, I would take rain paints also.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
Thank you so much!If you have to ask, I'd say yes!
Sorry, I'm just joking, LOL. I feel you! I'm always nervous about what I carry, the quantity, and I've walked 4 Caminos!!
I honestly carried way too much on my first 2 Caminos. You'd think I would have learned after the first! One learns to quickly downsize and either donate to pilgrims in need along the way, or give to the donation bins scattered at different Albergues along the way.
Looking at your list, it looks very reasonable.
Your list looks quite good to be honest! Weight tends to add up in the smaller knick knacks for me, especially electronic gadgets (batteries, camera, phone charger, cables, adaptors, etc). If you're under 9-11 lbs, that's a good weight to aim for, I find, before water and snacks. I ALWAYS carry too much weight in water and food. I dislike going without.
- You might be fine with just 2 or even 1 sports bra.
- Even 2-3 socks would be fine.
- 1 long shirt and 1 pair of pants may serve as well for 10 days. Depends on if you mind washing your clothes as often as you feel you need to? I'd personally go with 1 pair of pants and maybe a sarong or shorts for when washing rather than 2 pair of pants. Oh I noticed you also have leggings. 1 pair of pants is fine with leggings. It's all about the layers. End of March/April will still be a bit chilly. Depends on your tolerance to the cold. A buff / beanie / thin gloves might be helpful also. I wore only one pair of pants over 42 days! A sarong and leggings for when I washed, in the height of summer! But you're going early spring. Way different. If you are walking over the Pyrenees, be prepared for any weather. Same for Galicia. Layers is where it is at.
- A cotton shirt might want to be switched for lightweight but warm poly-merino mix? Or even silk, Something quik-dry. Cotton tends to hold water. Depends on your comfort. It's not too hot yet.
- Do you have a first aid kit? That can add weight.
I would suggest a small carry sac/backpack. Otherwise, it's looking quite lean, unless you have unlisted extras, which again can add up.
BTW, what kind of backpack and inner sacs do you have? Plastic, waterproof? Rain cover?
Hope this helps!!! Buen Camino. It'll be amazing!!! And you'll do great. Where are you walking from - to?
are pillows not provided in the albergues? was just going to take a pillowslip.To each his own, but I like to have 4 shirts and 4 pair of underwear. That way, I can wear each pair of pants for 2 days thus giving me clothes for 4 days in case I need a break from washing. Technically I (and you) should take just 3 shirts and underwear. If I were you, I would take rain paints also.
I also recommend:
1. Nylon cord and clothes pins to hang inside when it rains or there is not enough clothesline outside, and, of course, detergent for washing clothes
2. I like a hanging toiletry bag AND take a certain type of plastic hook that can hang over a door. These help out to hang over the shower stall doors.
3. I personally store All of my stuff in waterproof bags. If cost is a factor, you could but a strong black trash bags in your back pack. My clothes bag can double as a pillow.
4. Sooo many other non clothing, non toiletry items referred to in other articles, including small sewing kit and/or safety pins, ear plugs,etc
I always bring a 20 ft clothes line. As suggested it is more likely to be used in hotels, pensions or B&Bs. Also a universal bath/basin plug is indespensible - DavidThe cord is probably more for hotels which do not have actual laundry facilities. Most albergues will have a drying rack or line as well as a place to machine or handwash your clothes.
Why does everyone else bring a knife? I never have - DI've honed down my own list over six caminos and aim for a out 4 kg (5 including 1 litre water worst case). This has been light enough that its pretty easy to forget I have a pack on.
As others have said though, If you're ex forces and are happy with 20 kg then knock yourself out
Lightweight quick dry fabrics (mine are dry in 30 mins in the sun.)
No cotton (ever)
Pack empty weight <1 kg
One set of clothes worn, carry one extra set, except for socks (3 pairs merino in total - allows one change midday)
Belt with hidden cash zipper (€50 x 2 cash)
Hat, bandana sun glasses plus spf 50 sun protection
Phone plus charger plug and cable(s), earphones
Thin light zippered fleece (layers)
Rain jacket (with armpit vents).
Hike towel
Dry bag
Super light sleeping bag
Exposure blanket
Super mini first aid items
Meds
Deo, travel sized brush and tooth paste
500 ml shop bought water bottle (x2 if hot)
Spork for ad hoc supermarket lunches
(things I've taken in the past but no longer do on the Frances - Pack cover, head lamp, superlight bivy bag, superlight air mat, poncho tarp, water bladdee - However I may take all of these items on my Via de la Plata in two weeks time just for peace of mind (I'm OK with sleeping anywhere outdoors))
I'm also a bald guy and grow a camino full set
Buy there: soap, knife, other stuff that can't go in hand luggage. DO NOT check your bag!
Cheese, choritzo and fruit eatersWhy does everyone else bring a knife? I never have - D
It does rather sound like your back is telling you clearly to lighten the load. I've just stuffed everything into my backpack, including the clothes that I will wear and I'm down to 6kg. After reading a post here on hydration, I intend to start by carrying just 0.5 litres water, refilling at every opportunity. Will buy another 0.5l if & as required.I am worried because my rucksack weighs 10 kgs. I have been doing training hikes with a full bag in order to build up my stamina, and my back is killing me. I have emptied the rucksack four times trying to eliminate certain items…to no avail. Mid season hiking though the Pyrenées will be tough.
Every albergue I've stayed at has supplied pillows.are pillows not provided in the albergues? was just going to take a pillowslip.
You have a decent list. If I might suggest: I wore my clean clothes to bed and was ready straight away in the morning. No need for a cotton shirt. Wear your hiking gear on the airplane. First aid kit is essential. You can find a good list anywhere. I took 2 short sleeve and 2 long sleeved dry wicking shirts. And a zip up fleece. I used my rain coat for a wind break. An over all poncho is great in a steady rain. 3 socks should do it. Safety pins to hang wet laundry from your pack if necessary. 2 bras will do it. Evenings I just wore my clean clothes for the next day. I hope this helps. Buen CaminoHi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
Edit for clarity on some things!! ***
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants - not super heavy.
1 pair of leggings - for evenings and for sleeping
2 long sleeve shirts - 1 merino wool and one dry fit.
1 cotton t shirt - for sleeping and the airplane ride over.
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
These were some of the first tips I was given before my first Camino for albergue living. I always packed up my backpack the night before, and was quickly out the door the next morning after a quick bathroom break and face wash while others were racing around doing last minute things.If I might suggest: I wore my clean clothes to bed and was ready straight away in the morning. No need for a cotton shirt. Wear your hiking gear on the airplane.
You have opened my eyes on the shirts, thanks.You have a decent list. If I might suggest: I wore my clean clothes to bed and was ready straight away in the morning. No need for a cotton shirt. Wear your hiking gear on the airplane. First aid kit is essential. You can find a good list anywhere. I took 2 short sleeve and 2 long sleeved dry wicking shirts. And a zip up fleece. I used my rain coat for a wind break. An over all poncho is great in a steady rain. 3 socks should do it. Safety pins to hang wet laundry from your pack if necessary. 2 bras will do it. Evenings I just wore my clean clothes for the next day. I hope this helps. Buen Camino
For 10 days, take minimal toiletries. Especially if staying in private accommodation. They often offer. Small things definitely add up. If I had to shave off weight, carry minimal clothing and layer. I’d definitely only do 1 pant, 1 legging especially if you only wear 1 pair at night. Wash 1 when wearing the other if needed! Buen Camino, so exciting!!Thank you so much!
I was thinking that I would have my two hiking pants (they’re not super heavy) for walking and leggings for the evenings and for sleeping. I also tend to get cold so if I need to I could wear the leggings under the pants.
I have 1 merino wool long sleeve and then a typical dry fit long sleeve. The short sleeve is for sleeping and for the airplane. The pullover is because I know I’ll get cold and then the one rain jacket.
I have an osprey pack that came with a rain cover. I started to pack my toiletries and I can tell it will make it heavy. But I also tend to get sinus infections so I want to be prepared. I’ll most likely use plastic zip locks for the inside of my bag.
Thank you!
This assumes hiking during the summer or warm weather, right?For 10 days, take minimal toiletries. Especially if staying in private accommodation. They often offer. Small things definitely add up. If I had to shave off weight, carry minimal clothing and layer. I’d definitely only do 1 pant, 1 legging especially if you only wear 1 pair at night. Wash 1 when wearing the other if needed! Buen Camino, so exciting!!
I always bring a 20 ft clothes line. As suggested it is more likely to be used in hotels, pensions or B&Bs. Also a universal bath/basin plug is indespensible - David
The cord is useful if clothes aren’t quite dry at bedtimes you can string up under top bunk and they will dry overnightHi Steve217, up to now, I have read about bringing a cord. I just wonder how frequently albergues do not have a cord to dry clothes, and how long it should be? thanks
It’s not that the albergue wont have a cord - they usually will. But sometimes what they have gets full.Hi Steve217, up to now, I have read about bringing a cord. I just wonder how frequently albergues do not have a cord to dry clothes, and how long it should be? thanks
As I mentioned before 20 feet is a good length. I have run a clothes line outside the windows of a pension in a town where all albergues were full - DIt’s not that the albergue wont have a cord - they usually will. But sometimes what they have gets full.
Not a bad list. I would suggest:
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants (only 1. You are wearing the other)
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts (only 1. You are wearing the other)
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks (are you double socking? If not cut to 2. and you are wearing a third)
3 underwear (only 2. You are wearing the other)
3 sports bras (only 2. You are wearing the other)
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toil
I only bring one bra! During the day, I usually wear several layers and opt not to wear one. I use the one bra for more social situations.
Usually there is a pillow, though it may be quite flat. I also use a pillow between my knees to help with hip pain I have at night. for my second pillow I either use a blow up pillow or my bag of clothes. A pillow case stuffed with clothes can always be used if there is no pillow, or as a second pillow.are pillows not provided in the albergues? was just going to take a pillowslip.
Pillow case? Hey, why not..just light enough for a rucksack and very useful.Usually there is a pillow, though it may be quite flat. I also use a pillow between my knees to help with hip pain I have at night. for my second pillow I either use a blow up pillow or my bag of clothes. A pillow case stuffed with clothes can always be used if there is no pillow, or as a second pillow.
It's the exception that proves the ruleI didn't pack too much my first time. In fact there were a few things that I had to buy in Spain.
As above + toiletries, I'm at 5.6kg without water, but have decided to carry 2 x 500ml (one of which will be empty on days with lots of refill options), so 6.1-6.6kg all-up. Could reduce another 250g or so - for example, still have full 240ml Dr Bronner liquid soap, which could replace with 80g soap bar, but toiletries weight will be reducing day by day. My last 20km training walks were with 8kg on my back, so I think losing a little over 1kg will be greatly appreciated by back, hips & knees.My target is now 6.5kg including water and whilst wearing warmer-end-of-the-spectrum April weather clothing (so wearing trousers, T-shirt, phone in pocket, Hoka shoes and socks with the rest in backpack. Basic formula is 2 x socks, 2 x underwear, 2 x T-shirts, 1 x long merino underwear, 1 x merino mid-layer inc hood, 1 x lightweight fleece, 1 x windproof gilet, 1 x beanie, 1 x merino neck buff, 1 x poncho with sleeves, 1 x basic rain trousers, 1 x summer sleeping bag, 1 x silk liner, 1 x towel, 1 x Crocs, 1 x thin gloves. Everything synthetic except me and the three merino items. Almost everything from Decathlon.
Here's a tip that we read in a book about the Camino before we left: wear your underwear and T-shirt into the shower with you. Use them as a washcloth, and you kill two birds with one stone. The bonus is not having to stand in line at the wash basin except when you wash other items (mainly outerwear). It works, we did it.
I plan to bring safety pins to pin the undried to my pack. I am sure we have all been there.If for no other reason cords are useful with a couple of pegs to hang yesterdays socks off your rucksack as you walk , if they arent quite dry, before you set off .
I apologise to all the pilgrims ive walked past with my socks and underwear hanging off the back of my rucksack drying as i walked .
Percentage of pack to body weight isn't as important as how your pack feels. For some people 10% of their body weight is too much, while others can easily carry more.I have heard to that it's best not exceed 10% of your body weight in your pack. I am 12 days from departure and need to pack up and weigh everything. Bit nervous about that.
In my experience, having something "for sleeping in" that's separate from the clothes just slows down departure in the mornings. I put on my clean clothes for the evening and sleep in them. (I don't move fast when waking up, skipping a change activity helps a lot. I only add my socks and shoes and brush my hair and fill my water bottle before going.)Not a bad list. I would suggest:
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants (only 1. You are wearing the other)
1 pair of leggings
2 long sleeve shirts (only 1. You are wearing the other)
1 cotton t shirt
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks (are you double socking? If not cut to 2. and you are wearing a third)
3 underwear (only 2. You are wearing the other)
3 sports bras (only 2. You are wearing the other)
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
I bought a cheap pair of cotton gloves for a Euro along the way as I forgot my gloves. Rarely used them but was grateful to have when I did need them ... chilly rainy mornings especially!I read this thread with open eyes as I am at this stage too, I have drawn a picture of my rucksack and its pockets and considered what I am going to put where.
Over the last three months I have increased my daily walks, and recently, have had the pull of needing to walk. Practising walking with the hydration bladder full has really helped me ensure I am drinking enough and weeing enough!. I love the idea of taking packet soups, as I was considering what small items I could pack for my first day of walking from SJPP on the 1st April.
As I have already been walking with a loaded pack, it has made me realise what exactly I am comfortable wearing, how my body feels and where it aches when I hit 12 miles, what my mood becomes when I have not eaten enought! etc.
One important item of learning for me is that I get cold hands really quickly and now prize hand warmth as critical to my success and subsequently have liner gloves and thinker gloves so I am not distracted along the way by that simplest of things.
I am walking through to Finisterre, so am mindful of getting quality of clothing right. I am taking 2 bras, one on, the other off. 3 extremely light weight pants, towel for modesty.
I am also going to plait my long hair and only wash it is necessary. Using a multipurpose bar that washes, shampoos, conditions and I am sure can be used for a multitude of other things.
What I have really learned here is that we will all have a different way of approaching what we do and dont pack, and in each shared story, there is a gem of learning for someone out there
Buen camino all
Amanda
I bought gloves and found to my dismay that they were there only to warm hands without being waterproof. I was wringing those gloves every 30 minutes the other day when it was pouring.I bought a cheap pair of cotton gloves for a Euro along the way as I forgot my gloves. Rarely used them but was grateful to have when I did need them ... chilly rainy mornings especially!
Buen Camino
I would take 2 more short sleeved shirts and ? Decrease to 1 long sleeved shirts.Hi everyone! I am walking the Camino Frances in two weeks for ten days! My worst fear is packing too much and making my pack too heavy. I’m going to list what I have planned and any thoughts on if it’s too much, too little, or just right is greatly appreciated!
Edit for clarity on some things!! ***
1 sleeping bag
2 hiking pants - not super heavy.
1 pair of leggings - for evenings and for sleeping
2 long sleeve shirts - 1 merino wool and one dry fit.
1 cotton t shirt - for sleeping and the airplane ride over.
1 pull over
1 rain jacket
4 pairs of merino wool socks
3 underwear
3 sports bras
Hiking shoes
Sandals
Quick dry towel
toiletries.
Thank you!
This is my question to every packing list I see.I assume that your list includes what you will be wearing as well as what you will be carrying.
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