Kevin Jackson
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Yes, certainly, but not I.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
The problem is that sometimes one gets injured or blistered, rather than hardened!when we're hardened so to speak
Sounds quite ambitious to me. Maybe during your training between now and then, you could make a point of walking 30 km for 3 days in a row, wearing your backpack. That will give you a taste of what is involved and how your body might respond. There are many ways to modify your itinerary if and when the need arises - bikes, buses, etc. - but having to do it because of injuries is unfortunate.We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape.
The problem is that sometimes one gets injured or blistered, rather than hardened!
Sounds quite ambitious to me. Maybe during your training between now and then, you could make a point of walking 30 km for 3 days in a row, wearing your backpack. That will give you a taste of what is involved and how your body might respond. There are many ways to modify your itinerary if and when the need arises - bikes, buses, etc. - but having to do it because of injuries is unfortunate.
The Brierley ‘stages’ are not even recommended by the man himself as ‘stages’ - generally they’re what fitted onto the one-page map. A few of them (OK at least one ..) don’t obviously end anywhere with accommodation.I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
Given that you’re going in and out of Madrid I’ll add to the sensible several above saying ‘start in Pamplona’.
Logroño would be an excellent place to start - provided you don't overdo the tapas bar crawl on Calle del Laurel the night before you start!I would also start in Pamplona or even Logroño
Me too. Being retired and with few home commitments I can leave my plans very open and only book return journeys from Spain to the UK in the last few days of a Camino. Unfortunately many people do not have that degree of flexibility in their planning.I always like a plan that gives me freedom to change along the way.
Thanks everyone for the feedback, lots of good thoughts here.
Logroño would be an excellent place to start
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
. I suggest you start at SJPDP as you'll get the beauty of the Pyrenees,
There are lots of places to stay in-between the points marked in the Brierley book. Check out ‘My Camino Bed’ for a very comprehensive list of places to stay all along the way. You should be able to walk it all in 27 days if you are reasonably fit and determinedI've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
Of course it can be done but the secret is to get up early and be on your way . You will have your 30 + km done and be in your Albergue by 2 pm or 3 pm but the biggest issue you will have is if the weather is wet . Remember your washing and footwear will have to be dry for the next morning. Most pilgrims can walk 5 km per hour so that has to be your target and remember that has to be every hour and every day . I would throw away the guide book too and do it with your own eyes , just follow the yellow arrows .Enjoy it .I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
You should not have any problems. I am 65 and just finished the Camino from SJPDP last week in what I considered a leisurely 23 days. You might have to walk an hour or two more each day but the scenery can be breathtaking and quite enjoyable. Several pilgrims I encountered along the way took a bus, taxi, or train if the felt the need. Buen Camino!I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
What time of year did you walk? And could you keep pack that light in cold weather months?My strongest recommendation would be to think hard about packing, and pack as light as possible. Shaving kilos from your pack is your best bet for walking further each day. I wrote up my light-packing philosophy and 3.8 kg pack list to share my thoughts on this, as I think it is super important. I took 31 days on the portion from SJPDP to Santiago. I think you could shave days out of my itinerary quite easily. If you skim my daily blog, you'll see days where I took a shorter day for whatever reason, and I think you'll find you can get it to 27 days no problem. My blog is very 'journal-esque' so it lays out my day by day itinerary. I'm 29, but did not train for this walk (I was more of a cyclist at the time than a hiker). Best of luck! Buen Camino!
I walked Sept 6th to Oct ~11th? It was comfortable for the first couple weeks, then HOT in the maseta, and then chillier in the last couple weeks and then COLD on the coast in October. I was pretty prepared for warmth honestly. I did not wear my warm stuff very often. I know from experience that what I brought could have gotten me through much colder temperatures (I live in Canada and that is also my 'setup' for a lot of trips here). With a real 'down' hooded puffy (lighter than the one I brought but warmer) and a pair of gloves (if you use hiking poles) I think you could get to pretty cold weather and be plenty comfortable. =)What time of year did you walk? And could you keep pack that light in cold weather months?
I have no objection to people using poles or not, depending on their preference. However, this is the first time I have ever heard this suggestion that not using them will actually speed up the process of getting-in-shape. It is great that you were happy with your pole usage and non-usage, but what is the rationale and evidence for this theory?And if you want to speed up the getting in shape process, don't use your poles constantly. Reserve them for the steepest or rockiest terrain.
You might want to consider starting in Pamplona.I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
I started the Frances in SJPDP on AprilI've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
Absolutely it's possible. I did my first Camino this year in 28 days. Departed SJPDP on April 27, arriving in SDC on May 24, 28 days non stop. I was celebrating turning 70.I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
I walked the Frances in 28 days. Did not plan to, it just worked out that way. With so many options for overnight accommodation you have maximum flexibility. I was 60 at the time so do not think you will have a problem. I also thoroughly enjoyed the whole thing and did not feel overstretched at the end of each day.I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
The trouble is with all sorts of differing advice and suggestions you can get snowed and it can scare the living daylights out of you. Getting overburdened with information can become a bigger hurdle than the walk itself. I got quite terrified until I actually started. I was 69, weighed around 70 kilo and carried a 16 kilo pack reduced to 12 by the time I got to Ponferrada. If you're reasonably fit ( I had a history of bushwalking and XC skiing) it's a relatively easy walk only long. I did it in winter, snow, hail, rain, sleet and wind except for 6 glorious days of sunshine through the Meseta and two or three other overcast and showery days.I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
Yup. Much as I enjoyed the meseta, one could also appreciate it on a bikeWeather could be dicey.
I would bike the whole Meseta from Burgos to Leon to get ahead of the kms needed.
There will be slow parts after Astorga and nothing can be done about this section .
Good luck
I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
I've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
Start in SJPDP
Although, if getting a Compostela is important to you, you may want to try and avoid this in the last 100 km.No problem. Just grab a bus and jump ahead if need be. Not that big a deal to do that. There is no purist way of walking the Camino, despite what you read on here sometimes.
I walked the Frances in late September 2011, arrived in Santiago after 27 days with one rest day. The Way is very doable in the time frame you are allowing yourselves, I’m not sure about weather conditions or accommodations at that time of year. My regret post Camino was that I walked it faster than I should have, I had allowed myself 35 days. The Camino is about the sights, the sounds, the animals, and especially your fellow pilgrims you meet along the Way.You might find that if you slow down and take in the experience deeply, consideration can be given to only doing a part now and the returning at a later date to finish. Many pilgrims walk it in stages over many years. I plan to return in the next year or so and walk the Frances at a turtles pace. Buen CaminoI've booked the flight for my first camino which I'll be doing with my brother, late March to late April in 2020. After accounting for travel time from and to Madrid, we'll have 27 actual days to walk. I would have preferred to have more days, but 4 weeks was most my brother could get away from work, and going together with him took priority over myself having more time.
So the question is, is doing the camino in 27 days realistic? Yes, I'm aware it's not a race.But has anyone here done the camino in 27 days or less?
We'd like to start in SJPDP, and ideally walk the whole distance. We're both in our mid 40s, in average shape. I have the Brierley book, and it looks like there are nearly always albergues between the recommended stages, so my thought is for a few stages in the middle (when we're hardened so to speak), we do three day's walking over two days, and stay at some of those between albergues.
Another option we've considered is renting bikes for a few days on the meseta to cover more distance. Has anyone here done a short term bike rental like that? We really don't want to take the bus for any stages if possible.
But some albergues don't open until Easter, so that may have more impact on your choices of overnight stops.
Sorry Kevin,Easter is April 12th. Will a lot of the albergues be closed until then? I didn't consider that possibility, I thought they'd be open by early April.
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