Ascension Day lodging- any problems? (May 10)

Becky 59

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• Mar 27, 2018

• #1

I have heard that lodging in Spain in general can be tight on religious holidays, and I noticed that Ascension Day is May 10th, right about when I will be in SJPdP, Valcarlos, or Roncevalle, depending on when we arrive. Should I expect any problems getting into the Alberges?

 

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TaijiPilgrim

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Camino Frances (2011), Camino Frances (2015), Camino Ingles (2017), Camino Muxia (2017), LePuy(2019)

• Mar 27, 2018

• #2

I do not think it is a major holiday in the Pyrenees- not sure. However, last year I arrived in Santiago the day before the Ascension and discovered in Santiago it is a major holiday with concerts etc. Luckily I had a reservation, but many pilgrims found themselves scrambling to find accommodation.

 

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• Mar 27, 2018

• #3

As I passed Mote do Gozo one year, the noon Ascension fireworks went off. Completely unaware of the event, I arrived in Santiago and easily found accommodations. The festivities were great, focused on the Parque da Alameda.

 

Becky 59

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CF 2018, 2021, 2023; CI 2019; CP 2022, 2023

• Mar 28, 2018

• #4

Good tips, thanks.