Sleeping bag

[KieranM]

I am cycling the Via de la Plata in a couple of weeks time. I realise it will be hot during the day (at least until a few days in as I head north) but are the nights cold enough to merit taking a sleeping bag ?

I really didn't need one last year on the Primitivo/Norte routes, and most (all ?) albergues seem to supply a blanket anyway.

Thoughts/ advice most welcome

kieran

 

[happymarkos]

Hi Kieran
Have just completed the Seville to Salamanca section and from memory all albergues had blankets. I did carry a sleeping bag and used it several times although I think just a sleeping sheet and their blankets would have been sufficient.
Yes it is also getting warmer.
A fellow pilgrim from Quebec only used a silk sleeping sheet and was very happy.
Buon Camino
Happymark

 

[KieranM]

Thanks happymark

I had a sleeping bag on the Primitivo/Norte last year and rarely used it, and even then open as a sort of blanket. Its not heavy but it does take up space. I think I'll chance it with just the cotton inner and hope there is always a blanket available.

Buen camino

kieran