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Yes the French tend to walk in groups. I have had great experiences with groups being very friendly and inclusive, even a group of 18 retired male cyclists.It's a pity that you're not starting earlier!
I start from Le Puy on the 16th of May '17 and I am a bit apprehensive about it as don't speak French and I've read that the French walk in groups and book ahead.
It could be hard to Break The Ice in the Gites if this is true.
Thanks for that reassurance, I was worried about not being able to socialise on this walkYes the French tend to walk in groups. I have had great experiences with groups being very friendly and inclusive, even a group of 18 retired male cyclists.
Have walked the Le Puy and Gebenennsis twice now and loved both routes and would walk again.
Well signposted and everything one needs is quite obvious. Don't worry about the language.
it is quite a bit more expensive than walking in Spain (I always stay in municipal or parochial albergues)
Yep... sleeping outside without a tentis there any way to go low budget besides bringing a tent
A guidebook is super helpful for accomodation info.Well signposted and everything one needs is quite obvious. Don't worry about the language.
I carried two guide books:A guidebook is super helpful for accomodation info.
VThe incredibly low airfares to Europe are beckoning me to walk 21 days on the Le Puy route (Via Podiensis) again in September 2017. I’m looking at walking Sept 4rd – Sept 24th from Le Puy to Eauze or possibly Aire Sur l’Ardour.
If you’ve ever dreamt of walking in France but have hesitated due to language barriers, you’re welcome to join me. (I’m bilingual)
B
P.S. I've attached a description of the differences between the Frances and the Le Puy route. I found the original list on a blog written by a walker named Kevin Considine. I used his observations as a template, editing it here and there to create a comparison that reflected my experience.
You won't find many Americans on the Le Puy route
It's true, the Le Puy route is generally well-signposted (Less frequently than the Camino Frances, more frequently than the Jakobsweg). The iffy bits are in the towns, and the larger the town, the iffier. Especially the problem of finding your lodging if not directly on route, and returning to route the next morning. The schematic maps contained in Miam Miam Dodo are quite sufficient to keep you on track, though. Written text guides aren't necessary.I usually walk without a guide. How about along this route?
Tom would walk it every year Kitsamber if he was allowed.
There should be a post in the next day if he see's this.
If I'm the Tom you refer to,
My husband and I have walked from Le Puy to Air-sur-l"adour last May and are going again this year, probably September 6...The incredibly low airfares to Europe are beckoning me to walk 21 days on the Le Puy route (Via Podiensis) again in September 2017. I’m looking at walking Sept 4rd – Sept 24th from Le Puy to Eauze or possibly Aire Sur l’Ardour.
Hello Camino friends! I'm starting my journey from Le Puy to Moissac on April 24, 2017 and I'm a little apprehensive about weather, traveling alone, bugs and the difficulty of the journey. I speak some French and have gotten by well in France before and I've been training in Santa Fe, NM (7100 feet) so I think I'll be OK with The French and the rigors of the journey. I've booked ahead most places and also built in some rest/tourist days (Conques, my own little variant of the Cele route to see St. Cirq and the cave at Pech Merle, Cahors), but I wondered if anybody had recent thoughts about the route and the challenges I may face. Thanks in advance for any advice. LynnIt's a pity that you're not starting earlier!
I start from Le Puy on the 16th of May '17 and I am a bit apprehensive about it as don't speak French and I've read that the French walk in groups and book ahead.
It could be hard to Break The Ice in the Gites if this is true.
Your biggest challenge is going to be the holiday weekends. May Day falls on Monday May 1, so that's a 3-or-4-day weekend (Sat thru Mon/Tues). V-E Day falls on Monday May 8, so that's another 3-or-4-day weekend. Whitsuntide, which secular France observes because it's another reason for a holiday weekend, occasionally falls in May but in 2017 falls on June 4. I suspect you will be in Moissac before then.Hello Camino friends! I'm starting my journey from Le Puy to Moissac on April 24, 2017
Hello Camino friends! I'm starting my journey from Le Puy to Moissac on April 24, 2017 and I'm a little apprehensive about weather, traveling alone, bugs and the difficulty of the journey. I speak some French and have gotten by well in France before and I've been training in Santa Fe, NM (7100 feet) so I think I'll be OK with The French and the rigors of the journey. I've booked ahead most places and also built in some rest/tourist days (Conques, my own little variant of the Cele route to see St. Cirq and the cave at Pech Merle, Cahors), but I wondered if anybody had recent thoughts about the route and the challenges I may face. Thanks in advance for any advice. Lynn
I'm not starting until 2 September but would be grateful for any info you can send my way from your trip.I'm starting in Le Puy June 15 or 16. If anyone will be there around then, do let me know
I have gone green with envy. Bon Chemin!I'm leaving tomorrow! I will start walking on Thursday.
Buen Camino to all!
Petro
HI, I'm pretty sure I'll be heading for Le Puy in early September and would appreciate a bilingual friend. I've done the Francis, VdlP, and Portuguese with great enjoyment. I don't mind walking alone but it's nice to have someone to share with in the non walking times. Let's keep in contact somehow. BillyThe incredibly low airfares to Europe are beckoning me to walk 21 days on the Le Puy route (Via Podiensis) again in September 2017. I’m looking at walking Sept 4rd – Sept 24th from Le Puy to Eauze or possibly Aire Sur l’Ardour.
If you’ve ever dreamt of walking in France but have hesitated due to language barriers, you’re welcome to join me. (I’m bilingual)
B
P.S. I've attached a description of the differences between the Frances and the Le Puy route. I found the original list on a blog written by a walker named Kevin Considine. I used his observations as a template, editing it here and there to create a comparison that reflected my experience.
Walking the Le Puy route in September, there is absolutely no chance of walking alone, as it is the most popular walking month. With the Swiss, Canadians, and a few Dutch or bilingual French sprinkled in, you will have English conversation available daily (or nearly so). Miam Miam Dodo lodging listings indicate which lodgings are English-speaking.Le Puy in early September ... I don't mind walking alone ...
I am doing Le Put in September and have no info on how to get to Le Puy from Paris. Can you guide me since you have now done the trip?I've already put in the 'basic French' CD in my car - planning on 100 words to get by! Hoping brother BillMcGlaughlin insights guide us. It will be interesting. A lot of 2 and 3 timers on Le Puy which says a lot. Also, planning on booking the first 5 nights in small hotels thru Camino Ways, so no worries there. Excited, iust hope from Paris we figure out the Lyon train change >>>
Will be walking out from Le Puy @ 9.17 and as time only permits intend to stop at Condom. Any thought a on weather from 9.17 to 10. 12 ish? Do I need to take water proof pants or skip the weight?
Any suggestions on best stops for 2nd night rest and recuperation appreciated!
Thanks! I'm heading that way (I think) on the Sept. 26th. Sorry our times don't match up-- my French is minimal. Bon Chemin!The incredibly low airfares to Europe are beckoning me to walk 21 days on the Le Puy route (Via Podiensis) again in September 2017. I’m looking at walking Sept 4rd – Sept 24th from Le Puy to Eauze or possibly Aire Sur l’Ardour.
If you’ve ever dreamt of walking in France but have hesitated due to language barriers, you’re welcome to join me. (I’m bilingual)
B
P.S. I've attached a description of the differences between the Frances and the Le Puy route. I found the original list on a blog written by a walker named Kevin Considine. I used his observations as a template, editing it here and there to create a comparison that reflected my experience.
Transitional fall weather, varying from some quite warm - even (especially this year) hot - to chilly, windy rain (especially later in Oct). So planning ahead for layers and wet will be useful. You will be at lower elevations once you reach Figeac, so you shouldn't have to worry about freezing temperatures or snow yet.Any thought a on weather from 9.17 to 10. 12 ish? Do I need to take water proof pants or skip the weight?
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