SJPdP to Orisson

LanaGonzales · Feb 14, 2018

My sister and I are only walking four days this time, starting April 4th 2018.
Day 1- SJPdP to Orisson
Day 2- to Roncesvalles
Day 3- Larrasoana
Day 4- Pamplona

We will get into SJPdP around 2pm and were thinking of starting the walk to Orisson then. I remember my first Camino and how quickly I got to Orisson so in my head it seems like a good idea. I´d love to hear your opinions. We need to save time so do you think it would be okay to start for Orisson around 2pm?

Thanks.

PS. I know I need reservations.

Deleted member 3000 · Feb 14, 2018

You will have plenty of time and daylight to leave right away. You know the terrain, pretty easy to start, so there will be no surprises.

Fletchonides · Feb 14, 2018

You'll be fine, the Napoleon route will be open once there isn't still snow.

LesBrass · Feb 14, 2018

I have started at mid-day a couple of times and had plenty of time... I think it's a good use of the time. Have a great walk!

Monasp · Feb 14, 2018

Be carefull because maybe April 4th it will be snow in the mountain and it will be better to go by Valcarlos. Before starting you have to go to the pilgrims office in SJPP the volonteers will give you all informations and advices.

LanaGonzales · Feb 14, 2018

Thanks for the tips. I think I'll let the Camino do it's thing. I'll plan and be prepared to make changes, if needed.

naplesdon · Feb 14, 2018

Only issue is getting there after 4 to 5 pm you may not score a lower bunk

tpmchugh · Feb 14, 2018

LanaGonzales said:
My sister and I are only walking four days this time, starting April 4th 2018.
Day 1- SJPdP to Orisson
Day 2- to Roncesvalles
Day 3- Larrasoana
Day 4- Pamplona

We will get into SJPdP around 2pm and were thinking of starting the walk to Orisson then. I remember my first Camino and how quickly I got to Orisson so in my head it seems like a good idea. I´d love to hear your opinions. We need to save time so do you think it would be okay to start for Orisson around 2pm?

Thanks.

PS. I know I need reservations.

Have you booked Orisson. I tried to book for the 5th and they would not take my booking as they wont know until much closer to the time if the route will be open. Depending on how many are starting that day, you may or may not be able to get a bed there. They recommended I phone the day before to check with them

grayland · Feb 14, 2018

The Pilgrim Office in St. Jean will call Orisson for you on the day you arrive if you have not been able contact them before.
IF there is still vacancy you can get limited reservation.
Chancy..but better than just turning up at last minute.

MichelleElynHogan · Feb 18, 2018

Orisson, April 1? A gamble.A week ago, on the Valcarlos Route, a Peregrino was rescued by the Bomberos of Roncesvalles due to cold and snow on the pathway. The Peregrino was found stuck in snow and suffering from hypothermia, disoriented as well.
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/canadian-pilgrim-rescued-near-ibañeta.53040/

kelleymac · Feb 19, 2018

If the Napoleon Pass is closed, I understand that the owners of Orrisson will drive you back over to the Valcarlos Route in the morning.

Lucy Keenan · Feb 19, 2018

tpmchugh said:
Have you booked Orisson. I tried to book for the 5th and they would not take my booking as they wont know until much closer to the time if the route will be open. Depending on how many are starting that day, you may or may not be able to get a bed there. They recommended I phone the day before to check with them

I have already booked for 26th April si you should be fine to book now.

Anniesantiago · Feb 19, 2018

Please be SURE you have Orisson booked if you're beginning that late in the day. A couple of years ago, some folks I met in Roncesvalles had spent the night on the mountain in a snowstorm because they left late, it got dark, their phone lights burned out and they couldn't find their way down. Not worth the risk.

tpmchugh · Feb 19, 2018

Lucy Keenan said:
I have already booked for 26th April si you should be fine to book now.

They are booking for later in the month. They replied that for the first week, they are not taking bookings so for now it is just wait and hope

Lucy Keenan · Feb 19, 2018

Ah right. Good luck.

grayland · Feb 19, 2018

Keep in mind that if you do get to Orisson and cannot get a bed or not able to go on to Roncesvalles....you can easily call an taxi and return to SJPP.
You can then take a taxi back to Orisson in the morning and start to Roncesvalles.

Also remember that MOST pilgrims simply walk directly from St. Jean to Roncesvalles and never even consider stopping at Orisson. This APOC site often makes it sound like it a necessity to stop...it is not.

There are a very limited number of beds in Orisson and it cannot accommodate more than a very small number of the actual daily pilgrims walking to Roncesvalles.

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