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Bathrooms? Hmm. Outside of towns and villages, Mother Nature provides. Strategic manoeuvering, with malice aforethought, ie toilet roll and a strong rubbish bag and something to act as a hole digger, and a pack of wipes, and off you go. If possible, DON’T WORRY.I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
Super helpful! Thank you!!!Having had IBS stop me travelling for many years I can say that I didn't have a single problem on the CF. There are bathrooms galore and all available for a single purchase, whether it be a soft drink, a piece of fruit or whatever. You can use them and not pay, but that seems just wrong.
I found that walking every day kept my IBS at bay. Only overnight stops in hotels where I felt obliged to eat big breakfasts of cereals with milk caused problems. But then the hotels all had en suite facilities.
Buen Camino
Bathrooms? Hmm. Outside of towns and villages, Mother Nature provides. Strategic manoeuvering, with malice aforethought, ie toilet roll and a strong rubbish bag and something to act as a hole digger, and a pack of wipes, and off you go. If possible, DON’T WORRY.
And that long 17km from Carrion has a horse and cart you can take.I had the similar health concern myself when I did the Camino Frances in 2016. I found they were plentiful in restaurants/cafes along the way but sometimes they will ask that you buy something. So I would buy something small and then ask to use the washroom.
But I recall two days of long walks with very few places:
1: From San Bol to San Anton (stage 14 in J.Brierley book) had long open fields and mud when I did it.
2: From Carrion de los Condes to Calzadilla de la Cueza (stage 17 in J.Birierley book) had long walks through beautiful open grassland. Cafe Movil is halfway a good place for a rest.
Otherwise for the most part its not too far to the next town.
Had bigger problem because many places did not allow my chicken inside and I had to ask fellow pilgrims to watch my chicken for me.
I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
Omg scared to death of that toilet. Lolhttp://www.toiletinspector.com/toilet-designs/squat-toilets
Glad they haven't got those at Roncesvalles, after walking from SJPDP my knees were a bit stiff - I don't think I could have gotten down that far to have accurate aim!
I was too-until I assumed the position and discovered it was the most natural and comfortable position possibleOmg scared to death of that toilet. Lol
De NadaSuper helpful! Thank you!!!
There has been a lot of discussion on Facebook groups (and probably here too) about a litter problem on the various routes as many people just discard the tp. I have a weak bladder so knew I'd be needing to go frequently but in early May the Portuguese coastal was very light on with few open bars, cafes, let alone public toilets. The few were firmly padlocked. I took a zip lock bag with a damp cloth / pee rag, rinsed it at each opportunity and scrubbed thoroughly each night. No tp needed at all.Tp is added to my packing list. Thanks!
I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
What Tom says makes complete sense. He advices a simple, yet sensitive and rational solution to the problem. It is disgusting to see all toilet paper/remains on the Camino. Leave the Camino as you found it, please, or elseI carry a very lightweight aluminum camping / hiking hand spade for this purpose. It weighs just 17 grams. In five caminos, I have only needed it once. But it was worth its weight in gold when I did find the need...
I dig a small hole, do what needs to be done, and burn the paper in the hole, using the Bic mini-lighter I carry for times when a flame is needed. Then, I use some of my water to dose the ashes and fill in the hole. The result is as if I was never there...which is the whole point.
NOTE: I am editing this to reflect that the above is the emergency Plan B, ONLY for when planning ahead fails...
Hope this helps.
I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
As a young engineer I worked on a massive water treatment station for Hong Kong and was surprised to see these in some of the toilets and European style ones in others until it was explained squats were for the "locals". Outraged I railed about racist attitudes until a Chinese colleague explained they were preferred since they were more natural and, if kept clean, more hygienic.http://www.toiletinspector.com/toilet-designs/squat-toilets
Glad they haven't got those at Roncesvalles, after walking from SJPDP my knees were a bit stiff - I don't think I could have gotten down that far to have accurate aim!
just start walking, and then worry, if there is a need
I too purchased one of these female urinary devices (as they are called) for my first camino. My husband referred to it as "The whizatoma"! I gave it up for our second trek and resorted to squatting. Alas, an issue with my knee has me contemplating it's return for this year's Camino.I’ve found there is one behind every tree
It takes my system a few days to adjust to the Spanish cuisine but after that things normalize and bathroom emergencies during the day are few and far between. Of course, as guys, we have a slight advantage when it comes to relieving non-emergency bathroom issues, then the tree comment becomes actually true. My wife has a ‘device’ that allows her to ‘go like a guy’ for non-emergencies, seems to work ok per her comments. During the winter months this is pretty important because many/most places you pass by are closed... in spring we didn’t have any issues however.
I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
I did a Pig Dig with my esteemed freind t2a back 2016. The mounds of excrement and trash behind some of the rest structures and shade structures was beyond belief. We needed shovels and rakes and a large cart to haul off "your load" to clean up the mess. So if you have to "go" try some place discrete, clean up and bag your mess like you would for your dog along with the tissues and carry them with you to an appropriate disposal bin.I carry a very lightweight aluminum camping / hiking hand spade for this purpose. It weighs just 17 grams. In five caminos, I have only needed it once. But it was worth its weight in gold when I did find the need...
I dig a small hole, do what needs to be done, and burn the paper in the hole, using the Bic mini-lighter I carry for times when a flame is needed. Then, I use some of my water to douse the ashes and fill in the hole. The result is as if I was never there...which is the whole point.
NOTE: I am editing this to reflect that the above is the emergency Plan B, ONLY for when planning ahead fails...
Hope this helps.
buy something at the cafe/bar.
Leave a little tip if possible
grab a few napkins in the cafe/bar before entering the throne room
I purchased several "female urination devices" a few years ago. Excellent!! Called "Go Girl" Gave to friends. No need to drop pants, or search for miles for a bush! True emancipation! Google search!I found an old thread from 2006, but I’m curious for more updated information. I don’t mind buying something to use the bathroom. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I’m concerned about proximity to bathrooms. I understand there are ways to do my business in the outdoors, but I’m asking for the specific information about how commonly found bathrooms are on the Camino. Of all the things to plan and think about, this one makes me the most anxious. Sadly, I will be need to avoid coffee at all costs. Thanks
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