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Santiago Fiesta 16/17 May?

eamann

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2024 Le Puy - Cahors + Saint-Jean - León
Hello!

Does anyone know if Santiago celebrates a local holiday on 16/17 May? If there is a fiesta, is it likely to put pressure on accommodation?

Thanks in advance for your help!
 
The one from Galicia (the round) and the one from Castilla & Leon. Individually numbered and made by the same people that make the ones you see on your walk.
Hi there,
This is 'día de las letras galegas' a celebration of galician literature this year May 17 2023.
Buen camino,
MaryEllen
 
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Hi there,
This is 'día de las letras galegas' a celebration of galician literature this year May 17 2023.
Buen camino,
MaryEllen
I will be in Galicia during this celebration. What can I expect regarding closings. I was planning to be in Santiago de Compostela this day and want to know if museums, restaurants will be closed.
 

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