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Hello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
I did Leon to Santiago 3 years ago it took 14 walking days. That’s was averaging 12 to 18 miles a day. Hope that helpsHello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
If you are in your 20s, you have lots of time and opportunity to finish it on future trip(s) if you want to do like many Europeans do and break it into stages. Just be sure to keep your credencial (the "passport" where you collect stamps to show in Santiago and get your Compostela certificate) and start again with a second stamp in the place you stopped when you resume the Camino on your next trip, if you are choosing this option. If I were going to break it in stages on multiple trips, I think I would start in Le Puy or Saint Jean Pied de Port in France.Hello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
Bueno Camino peregrines,
I also going cuckoo...My plan is to walk the Camino Primitivo in July. ( only time to get off.) Okay here's the deal. I'm coming from Lyon France to Oviedo. How in the heck to get there listen then two or threes days? That would cost an arm and leg. Any wisdom, insight would most helpful.
Mucho gracias!
Hello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
Hello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
Yes it would be nice but not everyone has that time available to them in one chunk.Sorry to be a naysayer but I strongly recommend waiting until you can find sufficient time to do the complete Camino. It's an extraordinary, transformational experience that you will miss if you break it up into segments. No doubt many will disagree but you are seeking opinions to help shape your decision. Good luck.
Jessica, you have tons of advice and suggestions here. If you can make it to St James’ Church in Dublin during office hours, there are people only dying to help aspiring pilgrims with information. I attach a screenshot of some contact details. I suggest an email will help as it is unclear if the office is open all the time in winter. If that doesn’t work and you would like to talk to someone who has walked a few caminos, pm me and we could meet to chat in town. Pm is private message, by the way.Hello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
My view, live your life now - you have no idea how long you can continue to do anything.
If you have a couple of weeks, then take them- you will have a great time.
Im like you, coming from New Zealand its quite a lengthy trip. I'm almost envious of those who love in Europe and can get there and back without using up 4 days.I couldn't agree more, Anamiri. My first Camino Frances was only 2 weeks, so I did a mix of train/walk/bus to main cities in the early stages and walked the last 200km.
At the moment I have barely 10 days of leave from work. Takes me almost 2 days each way from Australia to Spain. I just decided to use the remaining six days to walk the Lebaniego and enjoy my time in Cantabria. Who knows when I will have the chance to go again, so better short camino than non-existant camino!
I have been like you on my previous caminos, only having around two weeks that I could get off work. If you have 14 days without the travel time there and back (one day each way was enough from Wales, I'd expect the same from Ireland), I walked Leon to Santiago in 14 days.
I love living in west Wales - not far from Swansea and Carmarthen. But the cost and travel time to get to an airport to fly to Spain or most other foreign parts are usually more than the air journey itselfCan't win them all I suppose
@Rhun Leeding I don't mind the cost of the coach fares as much as the time it takes. 7 hours or so to get to the airport for a 2 hour flightBut at least flying is much cheaper than it used to be and there are far more regional flights too.
That would be my choice if I had my time over.
(oh to be young and strong again)
Depends on where you are flying from. If from North America, you will lose a day travelling so calculate that in your itinerary. You may also want to add a day of rest after 7 days of walking. Finally, you may want to add an extra day to roam around the bigger cities (Pamplona, Burgos, Leon, etc.) and final destination is wonderful. One guy supposedly did the Camino Frances in 14 days! But if like that individual, you want to walk around 50km every day then stay at home and walk. Most travel guides reccomend anywhere from 15km to 30km per day with an average of 25km per day. Having said all of this, if you want to end up in Santiago de Compestela, look up 11 days (stages) prior (say Astorga) and start there. That way you have 1 day to arrive, 1 day rest and 1 day extra for when you arrive in Santiago de Compostella. Don't forget, you have to travel back home which represents another day.Hello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
Regualr bus from Aeropuerto de Asturias to Oviedo - takes about an hour!https://www.rome2rio.com/map/Lyon/Oviedo. Though be warned Oviedo airport is near Oviedo like Stanstead is near London...
HiHello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
Hey, Jessica. Are you there? Any ideas from all the help you have been offered?Hello there,
I was wondering if anyone could advise me, myself and a friend have decided we wish to complete a Camino, however we cannot take off more then 2 weeks (much to our annoyance, but hey that’s life). We would love to complete the full French Camino in one go, but it’s looking unlikely. I’m thinking about breaking it up into segements to fly back over again, but there’s a part of me that doesn’t want to leave the Camino unfinished.
We are reasonably in shape, both in our 20s, and are use to being on our feet most of the day due to our lines of work.
If we were to break up the Camino what would be the best way to do it , or should we start further back , would it be possible to make it to Santiago from there in 2 weeks ? Or should we consider a different route ? It’s a small bit over whelming looking at it, as we don’t know anyone who’s completed it or where to start/plan logically.
Any tips of advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards from a slightly confused first time piligrim...
Hi Jessica, all good advice above. The choice is yours! Kirkie gave you the Camino Society of Ireland contact details. Their website gives winter and spring opening hours also information days that are held around the country. I'd advise calling in or going to an information day. You'll meet real pilgrims with a wealth of knowledge and plenty of encouragement. You can also gent your Irish pilgrim passport at the office or info meeting. Check out websitehttps://www.caminosociety.comJessica, you have tons of advice and suggestions here. If you can make it to St James’ Church in Dublin during office hours, there are people only dying to help aspiring pilgrims with information. I attach a screenshot of some contact details. I suggest an email will help as it is unclear if the office is open all the time in winter. If that doesn’t work and you would like to talk to someone who has walked a few caminos, pm me and we could meet to chat in town. Pm is private message, by the way.
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Jessica, you have tons of advice and suggestions here. If you can make it to St James’ Church in Dublin during office hours, there are people only dying to help aspiring pilgrims with information. I attach a screenshot of some contact details. I suggest an email will help as it is unclear if the office is open all the time in winter. If that doesn’t work and you would like to talk to someone who has walked a few caminos, pm me and we could meet to chat in town. Pm is private message, by the way.
forgot to add the photo, so here is another one. You can follow the link in the photo and see where it takes you...
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Absolutely 100% agree!I was a lucky one that could take the time I needed to finish in one go.
I did it at the age of 52 with not one blister or injury. I however did see many of all ages forced to quit. Most from just going too hard...too fast. Not taking the time to rest their feet...and minds.
I’ve been asked that by many wanting to go but not having the freedom to leave their lives for the time required....what I’d do in their situation.
I always respond the same. I’d start at SJDP, signing up at the pilgrim office, having them wish you well and tie on your shell. I’d walk over the Pyrenees mountains experiencing everything around me. Not rushing....because there is so much to miss in doing so. I’d walk as far as my time allowed....then leave from there....to return again to that spot to continue again when time allowed.
I just can’t think of one step I would’ve wanted to miss.
Good luck and Buen Camino
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