KarenLScot
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My husband and I are walking the Camino Frances, leaving Sydney on the 30th September, 2 nights in Paris, 2 nights in SJPP and overnight in Orisson. We plan to end our walk in the 2nd week of November. I am wondering whether to take a light jacket or I will need a heavier fleece or down jacket? I know the days can be a bit warmer but the nights could be cold. We are taking our rain gear (jacket and trousers). We also plan to take a sleeping bag. Any advice from pilgrims who have walked/planning to walk at this time of year would be appreciated.
My husband and I are walking the Camino Frances, leaving Sydney on the 30th September, 2 nights in Paris, 2 nights in SJPP and overnight in Orisson. We plan to end our walk in the 2nd week of November. I am wondering whether to take a light jacket or I will need a heavier fleece or down jacket? I know the days can be a bit warmer but the nights could be cold. We are taking our rain gear (jacket and trousers). We also plan to take a sleeping bag. Any advice from pilgrims who have walked/planning to walk at this time of year would be appreciated.
Thank you for the advice Rover.This is a delightful time of year with moderate temperatures and fewer people competing for accommodations. Spending two nights in SJPP is a good idea to orientate and rest up for your first day on the trail to Orisson, another good idea . . . what's the hurry, right? You definitely want to take a light wind breaker/rain cost as you are liable to run into cooler climes in the mountains and possibly train as the days transition into winter. I would definitely take a light down sleeping bag that will cover you down to 45 degrees F. Some of the nights can get down right chilly although keep in mind most alburges provide pillows and warm blankets, so you should be fine. Also, some alburges have private rooms if you're looking for a bit of privacy after sleeping toe to toe with other pilgrims, a nice treat, if you will. My last bit of advice is not to overpack with unnecessary gear -- remember you're going to have to carry that for 500 miles. So, second guess everything you plan to take --- is it a real need or want and rely on layering for all temperature conditions. As an FYI, I walked the Camino (solo) starting September 19th and ended November 4th. I took my time, smelled the roses and had a extraordinary, transformative experience. I wish you the same. Happy Trails. Rover
Buen Camino. Merino merino merino 'nuff said. And another thought or two. 1) Book very early with Jean-Jacques at Orisson even in October he is busy busy. You can find the email on his site http://www.refuge-orisson.com/en/ then before you leave home call him on the phone to confirm mistakes do happen 33 5 59 49 13 03 . 2) You will be flying a long distance to reach Paris, after your Camino you face a 1000k+ trip back across half of Europe to catch a plane home? Paris is wonderful even in October/November but Madrid is far more convenient.
Hi, Karen. . . .
Maybe this will give you an idea of what will work during your time on Camino. Below is a list of my "closet" that I carry in my pack. Besides it being used during the Fall on the Camino last year, it is about the same as what I used to thru hike the Pacific Crest Trail and the Colorado Trail (most of which sits above 9,000 feet / 2743 meters in elevation. And for the thousands of other backpacking miles I have done.
The total weight is around 3.4 pounds.
- Pants -- REI, Classic Sahara Convertible, Zip-Off Legs
- Baselayer Top -- Smartwool, Lightweight, Long-Sleeve x 1
- Baselayer Bottom - Smartwool, Lightweight
- Hat - wool beanie
- Windshell Jacket - Patagonia, Houdini
- Insulating Layer -- Mountain Hardwear, Ghost Whisperer Vest
- Socks -- Smartwool Phd, Crew, Light Padding x 2
- Extra insoles x 1
- Poncho --- Zpacks, Cuben Fiber
- Gloves -- North Face, polartec
The clothing that I wear usually consists of running shorts and a long sleeved synthetic and lightweight shirt. All of the clothing can be used in various layering configurations to provide a comfort range from 25F to very hot. This is just an example of how a layering system can be flexible and cover a wide temperature range which is more than sufficient for the time of year you are going over the Pyrenees and Galicia.
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