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Early January (8th 2019) are auberges open?

futurefjp

Camino enthusiast.
Time of past OR future Camino
2013
Hi,

Feel another few weeks coming on
... Intend flying to Lyon on the 7th. Depending on the weather forecast for the Aubrac in January ... But I wish to return to go all the way ... Not just as far as Cahors(2013).

Will there be any other pilgrims and will I struggle to find accommodation?

If it's impossible in the Aubrac in January then somewhere from Madrid maybe?

Not absolutely decided yet!
 
The one from Galicia (the round) and the one from Castilla & Leon. Individually numbered and made by the same people that make the ones you see on your walk.
Depending on the weather forecast for the Aubrac in January ... But I wish to return to go all the way ... Not just as far as Cahors(2013).
In most years, the Aubrac has snow deep enough to obscure both the footpath and the route markings. However, after the unseasonable heat wave of summer 2018 and the record snowstorm in the eastern US November 2018, all bets are off. You might luck out with dry ground. Or be buried in a snowdrift. It's a dice-roll, so keeping a close eye on the weather forecast is vital. But that's the Aubrac. Proceeding from Cahors, with its lower elevation, seems like a much more likely place to find better weather.

Will there be any other pilgrims and will I struggle to find accommodation?
Do not expect other pilgrims. You will struggle to find accommodation, and local Tourist Offices may be seasonal as well. Miam Miam Dodo lists lodgings with open seasons, and their contact information. Recommend you get busy with reservation emails to see what's available.

If it's impossible in the Aubrac in January then somewhere from Madrid maybe?
Spain might indeed be a better plan, in January.
 
A selection of Camino Jewellery
Sounds excellent
 
It makes me feel daring or stupid. I probably should invest in a four season boot?
 
The focus is on reducing the risk of failure through being well prepared. 2nd ed.
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