Much snow on the Caminoª

alexwalker

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• Apr 16, 2012

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As I flew over the Pyrenees today, I could see alot o0f snow south of Bilbao. I Just saw the weather forecast on Spanish TV; There are big problems for peregrinos in the Northª Take careª

 

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• Apr 16, 2012

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Looking on the Web Cam yesterday, the weather in O'Cebreiro was foul. Today (Monday) there is still a lot of snow on the ground there. Anne

 

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• Apr 17, 2012

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annakappa said:

Today (Monday) there is still a lot of snow on the ground there. Anne

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Do we suggest pilgrims to add skis to their packing list? Brrrrrr.

 

Stephen Nicholls

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• Apr 17, 2012

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fraluchi said:

annakappa said:

Today (Monday) there is still a lot of snow on the ground there. Anne

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Do we suggest pilgrims to add skis to their packing list? Brrrrrr.

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Of course skis must now be included. However, they must be plastic, light-weight ones [to keep that all important 'total weight carried' down] and they must also be capable of being folded into lengths not exceeding 20 cms, so they can be carried as cabin baggage with Ryanair ....

Stephen
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• Apr 17, 2012

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The weather forecast for Galicia predicts more snow all week, snow level 1,000 to 1,200 metres!
I can't see O Cebreira but all the mountains I can see have snow on for virtually the first time this year. Such a change in the weather since March.
Sue

 

Peronel

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• Apr 17, 2012

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Does anyone know the state of the way from St Jean to Roncesvalles? I'm looking at the forecast, and trying not to go out and panic buy heavy warm stuff!

(I am seriously contemplating buying waterproof trousers, which I had decided against. Thoughts from the experts appreciated - sensible, or just unneccessary weight?)

Thank you,

Peronel (apprehensive)

 

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• Apr 17, 2012

• #7

We have ponchos and waterproof trousers. They are good against windchill as well as rain. Easily removed. Otherwise it was put on all layers when we were cold 2 years ago. Two fleeces rather than a heavy jacket would be my suggestion.
Longjohns are good for the evening but I would prefer not to walk in them as you cannot remove them easily once you warm up.

Hopefully the worst of the snow will have gone soon for you
Buen Camino