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Thanks Kanga.Probably best advice would come from those who have done both, and can make a comparison.
I've done the Le Puy twice - which goes to show I loved it - but have not done the Portuguese. The Le Puy is certainly very beautiful, with varied landscape, pretty villages and river towns. In March the section across the Aubrac Plateaux could be cold, muddy, and possibly with snow.
The Le Puy is about 800km to SJPDP, so about the same length as the Francés, whereas the Portuguese is usually done from Porto and is under 250km. It can be done from Lisbon but much of that seems to be by bus. Please correct me, those who have done it, if that is not the case.
Have a look at Gronze to compare route distances, elevations and details for accomodation, costs and availability (open the individual stages to see the elevations and accommodation).
Whatever you decide, I am sure you will enjoy!
It can be done from Lisbon but much of that seems to be by bus. Please correct me, those who have done it, if that is not the case.
I'll be walking from Lisbon in 2017 but will start the middle of September. I'll be watching your posts and gathering information. I'm very excited for you!I have not walked either route, but would like to say that I will be starting in Lisbon on March 7, 2017. Maybe we'll see each other, if you walk the Portugues.
Hi Kanga. In your opinion would Le Puy Route be more physically challenging than the Camino de Santiago. I found some of the mountain stages of the Camino quite brutal. I'm fit enough for these climbs, I'd like to know what I'm in for.Probably best advice would come from those who have done both, and can make a comparison.
I've done the Le Puy twice - which goes to show I loved it - but have not done the Portuguese. The Le Puy is certainly very beautiful, with varied landscape, pretty villages and river towns. In March the section across the Aubrac Plateaux could be cold, muddy, and possibly with snow.
The Le Puy is about 800km to SJPDP, so about the same length as the Francés, whereas the Portuguese is usually done from Porto and is under 250km. It can be done from Lisbon but much of that seems to be by bus. Please correct me, those who have done it, if that is not the case.
Have a look at Gronze to compare route distances, elevations and details for accomodation, costs and availability (open the individual stages to see the elevations and accommodation).
Whatever you decide, I am sure you will enjoy!
Both are toughest in the first days. Part is terrain, part is the pilgrim becoming conditioned. I found them fairly equivalent.would Le Puy Route be more physically challenging than the Camino de Santiago
The Le Puy is about 800km to SJPDP, so about the same length as the Francés, whereas the Portuguese is usually done from Porto and is under 250km. It can be done from Lisbon but much of that seems to be by bus. Please correct me, those who have done it, if that is not the case!
Yeah, I did too! And what to say of their everlasting discontentment and complaining? I agree, earplugs is a must!But who has not experience French chauvinism?
Yes, there areAre there cheap places with kitchens to use? Camping?
Rusty is good already! In any country (or regions), trying to speak the local language will soften people, make them happy, make them want to help you and open unexpected doors. I think it's especially true in France, where I've heard "in France, one must speak French" way too many times... (these bloody French again!my French is very very rusty ... But is knowing German a good thing in southwestern France?
I walked the Camino from SJPDP last October with my wife and now I am trying to decide between Camino Portugues and Le Puy Route hopefully in March next year. This time I am going alone and meeting up with my wife when I finish. I would appreciate any information from people who have walked either of these routes at that time of the year re weather and availability of accommodation. I understand that Portugal would be considerably less expensive than France but I really like France. I've never been to Portugal but I imagine France would be more scenic. Looking forward to any info.
I just ordered Miam Miam Dodo Guidebook, as a Christmas present for me.Yes, there areThe cheapest places are ~10€/12€, many have kitchens. You'll find camping grounds too (note that some may be just as expensive as the nearest pilgrim's gite...) Many accommodations allow campers in their garden, for a cheaper price than the beds inside (~6€, with access to the bathroom/kitchen). There are also a fair number of shelters along the way. Of course, no kitchen/bathrooms there. Finally, look for donativos!
And the best way to know about all your options is to get a Miam Miam Dodo guidebook...
Rusty is good already! In any country (or regions), trying to speak the local language will soften people, make them happy, make them want to help you and open unexpected doors. I think it's especially true in France, where I've heard "in France, one must speak French" way too many times... (these bloody French again!) So, I think you'll be just fine
Then, sorry to say this, but knowing German will be as helpful as if you knew Chinese instead... Unless you meet a German, in which case you'll make his-her day!
Bon Chemin!
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