WestKirsty
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Diomondi is not remote, it is in a rural area on a road, with houses scattered along the road. I wouldn’t think twice about staying there alone in any season.
Lucky you to walk the Invierno in the invierno.
I'd do so in an eye-blink!would you feel ok staying there alone in winter?
They contacted Diomondi to confirm if it will be open and was told they haven't decided yet, but sounds like it could be closed. Understandable for that time of year.
I have had a WhatsApp from Susana at Torre Vilariño. She confirms that Torre Vilariño only closes for the month of November. That’s a good option, IMHO.
My 2 Inviernos were in 2019 & 2021, both in November. This explains why I never found them open.I have had a WhatsApp from Susana at Torre Vilariño. She confirms that Torre Vilariño only closes for the month of November. That’s a good option, IMHO.
I'm planning to walk the Invierno from Nov 24th to Dec 5th. I'm definitely going to phone ahead to check albergue and/or other accommodation options are open - but can I ask if, in general, you found accommodation options in most stages without having to take cabs/trains etc? My planned stages at the mo are:My 2 Inviernos were in 2019 & 2021, both in November. This explains why I never found them open.
I'm planning to walk the Invierno from Nov 24th to Dec 5th. I'm definitely going to phone ahead to check albergue and/or other accommodation options are open - but can I ask if, in general, you found accommodation options in most stages without having to take cabs/trains etc? My planned stages at the mo are:
Medulas
O Barco
A Rua
Quiroga
A Pobra
Monforte
Diamonde
Rodeiro
Lalin
Bandeira
Outeiro
SdC
I'm expecting it to be very quiet, but did you encounter any other Pilgrims on your camino's?
Trish, there is no Albergue in A Pobra. The alternatives are Barxa de Lor (Casa Pacita) highly recommended or in Castroncelos, the town prior to A Pobra. Both of these are private accommodations.I'm planning to walk the Invierno from Nov 24th to Dec 5th. I'm definitely going to phone ahead to check albergue and/or other accommodation options are open - but can I ask if, in general, you found accommodation options in most stages without having to take cabs/trains etc? My planned stages at the mo are:
Medulas
O Barco
A Rua
Quiroga
A Pobra
Monforte
Diamonde
Rodeiro
Lalin
Bandeira
Outeiro
SdC
I'm expecting it to be very quiet, but did you encounter any other Pilgrims on your camino's?
Thanks for the info. I was expecting it to be a quiet one. I speak a smattering of Spanish, so hope I can at least find a few locals along the way to converse with!Hi,
The only place on your list witout accomodation is A Pobra.
I meet pilgrims from time to time when I am on the Invierno, but not many. Last summer I only saw 1 between Ponferrada and Santiago. But you will walk in late autumn/winter: I think there is a possibility you won't meet anyone!
Thanks. Its strange, as Brierley goes into detail about how the Mayor of A Pobra is keen to support Pilgrims and opens the sports hall next to the college for accommodation (Polydeportivo)? I did also notice that there is potential accommodation just off route in Castroncelos/Salcedo as you describe. I'll check all options and worst case, I'll prepare myself for a long day and continue to Monforte.Trish, there is no Albergue in A Pobra. The alternatives are Barxa de Lor (Casa Pacita) highly recommended or in Castroncelos, the town prior to A Pobra. Both of these are private accommodations.
Actually, just re-looked at this and realised it makes more sense to break the stage at Labrada de Lor. I've just messaged Casa Pacita to check if they will be open (I'm sure I read a thread somewhere that the owner had passed away?).It’s the eternal hope for A Pobra & nothing ever materializes there for places to stay. Castroncelos is slightly over 3 km of the Camino & more for tourists than Peregrinos, IMO.
Quiroga to Monforte is about 40 km! It is a very beautiful stretch.
Yes, it is rare to meet Peregrinos & it may get lonely, however, the locals are welcoming and wonderful. Buen Camino.
Aymarah
Update: All booked into Casa Pacita. Yay!Actually, just re-looked at this and realised it makes more sense to break the stage at Labrada de Lor. I've just messaged Casa Pacita to check if they will be open (I'm sure I read a thread somewhere that the owner had passed away?).
Pacita’s son is running it now. Check to see whether they will have food available when you are there. The medieval bridge and walk next to the river is beautiful and I loved the slight ascent bordering the river towards a church on the hill the next day. There is a stone bridge right over the river entering A Pobra that if the river is high can’t be walked, but you can continue into town and cross over the pedestrian/vehicle bridge nearby. There are several places for breakfast in A Pobra & friendly people.Update: All booked into Casa Pacita. Yay!
Looks beautiful. Really looking forward to it.Pacita’s son is running it now. Check to see whether they will have food available when you are there. The medieval bridge and walk next to the river is beautiful and I loved the slight ascent bordering the river towards a church on the hill the next day. There is a stone bridge right over the river entering A Pobra that if the river is high can’t be walked, but you can continue into town and cross over the pedestrian/vehicle bridge nearby. There are several places for breakfast in A Pobra & friendly people.
It was the owners wife who passed away. I stayed at Casa Pacita last week and Josè and his son were both there. They are two very nice people and José senior, will speak with great pride about his aguardienté (which is very good). A really enjoyable eveningUpdate: All booked into Casa Pacita. Yay!
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