mieshka714
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- Camino Frances June 2012
Hola peragrinos!
This question is targeted toward those that have already done multiple caminos.
My first Camino was the CF back in June 2012 which is one of the most beautiful & challenging experiences I've had. With that said, I'm ready to do it again on April 1st, 2015 and I'm conflicted as to which route to take on. Via De La Plata OR Camino Frances a 2nd time.
Reasons why the VDLP is attractive to me is because I hear April/May is the most beautiful time to walk this route and it's not crowded. It sounds like the first few days are generally pretty manageable to walk allowing time to build up my strength and endurance for the rest of the route. Unlike the first few days leaving SJPDP, I nearly thought I was going to die my legs were going to explode.
Overall, the idea of a brand new experience with new scenery, sounds awesome plus its 1,000K which sounds like an incredible journey.
The "Camino Vibe" is VERY important to me. I want some time walking alone but I also want the people. Are there enough people walking in April/May to support the camino vibe that is so abundant on CF?
I can do the Camino Frances again... I know I love it.
It's a different season and I am a different person then when I first walked it. I do appreciate the social aspect of the CF it's ultimately what helped me finish and also walk to Fisterra.
The reason it isn't as attractive is I've read the CF is too crowded and pilgrims become more consumed with making sure they get into town for a bed rather then enjoying the walk. Is this true?
Also, I already feel like I had the best company walking combined with such a unique experience with the CF the first time that I feel like I can't possibly beat that experience. What if my second CF pales in comparison...
So what's a pilgrim to do...?
CAMINO FRANCES #2 OR Via De La Plata?
Any tips on the matter would be appreciated! I'm sure I'm over thinking it but it's so hard for me to take this sort of time off so I want to make the best decision.
This question is targeted toward those that have already done multiple caminos.
My first Camino was the CF back in June 2012 which is one of the most beautiful & challenging experiences I've had. With that said, I'm ready to do it again on April 1st, 2015 and I'm conflicted as to which route to take on. Via De La Plata OR Camino Frances a 2nd time.
Reasons why the VDLP is attractive to me is because I hear April/May is the most beautiful time to walk this route and it's not crowded. It sounds like the first few days are generally pretty manageable to walk allowing time to build up my strength and endurance for the rest of the route. Unlike the first few days leaving SJPDP, I nearly thought I was going to die my legs were going to explode.
Overall, the idea of a brand new experience with new scenery, sounds awesome plus its 1,000K which sounds like an incredible journey.
The "Camino Vibe" is VERY important to me. I want some time walking alone but I also want the people. Are there enough people walking in April/May to support the camino vibe that is so abundant on CF?
I can do the Camino Frances again... I know I love it.
It's a different season and I am a different person then when I first walked it. I do appreciate the social aspect of the CF it's ultimately what helped me finish and also walk to Fisterra.
The reason it isn't as attractive is I've read the CF is too crowded and pilgrims become more consumed with making sure they get into town for a bed rather then enjoying the walk. Is this true?
Also, I already feel like I had the best company walking combined with such a unique experience with the CF the first time that I feel like I can't possibly beat that experience. What if my second CF pales in comparison...
So what's a pilgrim to do...?
CAMINO FRANCES #2 OR Via De La Plata?
Any tips on the matter would be appreciated! I'm sure I'm over thinking it but it's so hard for me to take this sort of time off so I want to make the best decision.
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