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I would never stay in an albergue without my silk sleep sack. I don't fancy the alternative of sleeping on top of those disposable sheets.For those currently on the Frances…are sleeping bags still required at the albergues? I thought I had previously read they were no longer allowed, but maybe that was on the Portugues? Or maybe I was just dreaming? Planning on a September Camino with my niece who has not walked one before and want to be sure we’re both properly equipped.
Private albergues often have comfy cotton sheets, but I've seen many that appear to be rarely washed.I would never stay in an albergue without my silk sleep sack. I don't fancy the alternative of sleeping on top of those disposable sheets.
Some albergues have a notice on their website saying that sleeping bags are required as a (covid) health measure but I don't think that it is universal.For those currently on the Frances…are sleeping bags still required at the albergues? I thought I had previously read they were no longer allowed, but maybe that was on the Portugues? Or maybe I was just dreaming? Planning on a September Camino with my niece who has not walked one before and want to be sure we’re both properly equipped.
This is exactly what I do, too.Bottom line, bring at least a desired sleep sack, and be prepared to sleep in the clothing you plan to wear the next day - it should be relatively clean and dry. This is also when you will appreciate bringing a fleece jacket or pullover, and a beanie hat.
Finally, I recommend that you reconsider the sleeping bag.
Why carry the weight and bulk of something you most likely will not need. If there is ever a requirement for a sleeping bag I am sure a silk liner would be just as acceptable.Finally, I recommend that you reconsider the sleeping bag. Assume that no blankets will be available at most albergues.
Silk liners are acceptable. I prefer a sleeping bag only because I walk in early spring, am relatively thin and I don't like feeling chilly.Why carry the weight and bulk of something you most likely will not need. If there is ever a requirement for a sleeping bag I am sure a silk liner would be just as acceptable.
Early spring and September on the CF are completely different bowls of wax!!!Silk liners are acceptable. I prefer a sleeping bag only because I walk in early spring, am relatively thin and I don't like feeling chilly.
I suspect you had heard about some gites in France where people were not allowed to use their own sleeping bags. As far as I know, that has never been the case in Spain.I thought I had previously read they were no longer allowed, but maybe that was on the Portugues? Or maybe I was just dreaming?
It’s a COV health precaution not to provide blankets (that were suspected at the start to be potential vectors for spread). Rather than go back and forth and back and forth, the albergue seem to have stuck to it.I assume you are inquiring about a personal sleep sack because there is bit a sleeping beg requirement that I know of. We used light cotton sleep sacks but walked in May and June.
That’s very useful info thanks, and seal the decision to take a sleeping bag.I have just made a couple of reservations on the Camino Francés and almost every albergues states that bringing your own sleeping bag is mandatory because of covid-19. Some also state that blankets won't be available this year.
I experienced that pre-COVID too. It was always a delightful surprise when handed bedding and towel at registration. Luxury!I don’t know about Camino Frances but on Camino portugues de la Costa some Albergues provide sheets and also blankets and even one bath towel, and some only a disposable sheet and pillow case
Why you say that?Early spring and September on the CF are completely different bowls of wax!!!
I believe that @Rozenn id on the Camino Portuges right now!I experienced that pre-COVID too. It was always a delightful surprise when handed bedding and towel at registration. Luxury!
That’s very useful info thanks, and seal the decision to take a sleeping bag.
There are some simple differences. The biggest two reasons are the weather and the number of people. I may be slightly off but there are definitely more pilgrims walking in September than in late March/early April. The exact figures I cannot say of course. The second is the weather. It is cooler and damper in the spring and can be very hot in September. The albergues will be more crowded and now post covid it may be more difficult to get a bed because of the restrictions. Of course we will not know that until next year. I like to walk in more solitude and quiet. I walked the CF 3 times. The first two times were in Sept/Oct and in 2019 November and December. In October the weather can be very changeable. The first time the Meseta was very hot 90+ and the second time it was pouring rain and very windy and 40-50F almost every day. In November it was a variety of things rain, really high winds, snow, the whole kitchen sink. Again it is always a choice and what you prefer. I would always rather walk in cold than hear. I haven't walked in early spring but after 5 caminos I have many friends who have and I believe my description is pretty accurate.Why you say that?
You assume too much -- not everyone is on the Francès ; not everyone is happy with such light kit.Why carry the weight and bulk of something you most likely will not need. If there is ever a requirement for a sleeping bag I am sure a silk liner would be just as acceptable.
I brought a liner because I thought it would be hot but it's been quite cold from Leon, and some albergues didn't want to give me a blanket for 'hygiene reasons'. So I would definitely bring my own ultralight sleeping bag.For those currently on the Frances…are sleeping bags still required at the albergues? I thought I had previously read they were no longer allowed, but maybe that was on the Portugues? Or maybe I was just dreaming? Planning on a September Camino with my niece who has not walked one before and want to be sure we’re both properly equipped.
You assume too much -- not everyone is on the Francès ; not everyone is happy with such light kit.
For those currently on the Frances…are sleeping bags still required at the albergues?
Sorry I am in the wrong thread then!!!But this thread is in the Camino Francés subforum, and the original question was:
I stand by my answer and the need for a sleeping bag or not is a variable on any of these Ways.But this thread is in the Camino Francès
I wasn't assuming anything. I was just relaying my thoughts. The person who posed the question said nothing about sleeping outdoors. It is warm in September as you well know and I did say if it did get colder you can easily buy a bag. Some may say that the idea of sleeping outside is "quaint". I do not. I say to each his own. If that is the way you like to walk than have a great camino and take the gear that is appropriate for you. Again for you a bag is a necessity, for me a bag at that time of year is just added weight and bulk. Not an assumption at all just what each individual preference is.You assume too much -- not everyone is on the Francès ; not everyone is happy with such light kit.
Just personally, as I find myself having to sleep outdoors rather frequently, the notion of my packing no bag would be rather quaint.
Besides, the more you're outside of the warm months, and the more you might want the kit.
There is NO one size fits all answer to this. And your silk liner isn't one either.
Maybe I have replied to the wrong thread.My lightweight sleeping bag is my little "cocoon" when sleeping in albergues. I have never even felt the need to pin up a scarf, etc. for privacy.
The OP question was clearly about requirements, not advisability. It also raises a question of whether they are forbidden in some cases.are sleeping bags still required at the albergues? I thought I had previously read they were no longer allowed
I suspect you had heard about some gites in France where people were not allowed to use their own sleeping bags. As far as I know, that has never been the case in Spain.
I have seen your posts before and you have the term "true pilgrim". I sometimes wonder and often read about people's feelings on this. So I was wondering what you mean by that. I am asking not as a criticism just out of interest.
I know it does and I was not trying to start acrimony at all sorry.The OP question was clearly about requirements, not advisability. It also raises a question of whether they are forbidden in some cases.
The requirement will likely vary in different regions and different albergues, but several posts in this thread address the question.
My response below tries to clear up the question of whether they are forbidden.
The following is not a good discussion to start on this thread about sleeping bags. In fact the topic often has resulted in acrimony on other threads.
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