I am planning to walk from Leon to Santiago and would like to know what the terrain is like during this part of the Camino. Is it necessary to have hiking boots or would a good pair of walking shoes (sports shoes) be fine for this part of the Camino? I would also like to hear from anyone who has done this section of the Camino if they would suggest walking straight through from Leon or taking a rest day about half way along and, if so, where they would suggest I do this.