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Thank you! That sounds like the consensus! I’m very grateful for the input!I've done the Norte on several occasions, first from Irún (over a period of 3 Caminos to SdC, the last portion leaving from Gijón) and last year Bilbao - SdC.
From these various experiences I would personally say start in Irún or Bayonne and see where you end up then return to finish at a later date.
Leaving from Gijón you will miss a majority of the coast which would be a too bad IMHO.
Thank you!irun for sure
Thank you!No question start in Irun or Bayonne.
Many thanks! I may fly into Biarritz and start from Bayonne or SJPP. Flights from the US seem to be more flexible via Paris vs Madrid.Hi. I too would definitely suggest Irun which will bring you to Santander, at least and probably further. Santander has its own airport. Assuming you get further it's quite easy to find a train or bus back for you return flight. The first week from Irun was exceptional.
How generous, and what a great idea! Yes, I will send you a message to learn more about this option. Thank you!The first day couple of days from Irun are quite demanding if you are a bit out of training, although superb walking. I would recommend starting at St Jean-Pied-de-Port, then following the Irun Link. This is a very practical warm-up for the Norte, as you may walk the fairly easy 47 miles (76 km) over three days, or with a slight diversion for accommodation, 55 miles (88 km) over four days. The route, which is well waymarked, follows the foothills of the French Pyrenees and takes in a lovely stretch of the Pas de Roland. The views are fantastic throughout and breathtaking in parts. I have walked and thoroughly enjoyed many Caminos, but without doubt, these three days remain the best and most memorable three days of all. I cannot recommend the Irun Link highly enough. If you would like to know more, or want details of the Amis de Saint Jacques Pyrenees-Atlantiques, who designed the route and will send you pdf guide, maps and a list of simple and cheap accommodation, feel free to message me.
Hi Tom,The first day couple of days from Irun are quite demanding if you are a bit out of training, although superb walking. I would recommend starting at St Jean-Pied-de-Port, then following the Irun Link. This is a very practical warm-up for the Norte, as you may walk the fairly easy 47 miles (76 km) over three days, or with a slight diversion for accommodation, 55 miles (88 km) over four days. The route, which is well waymarked, follows the foothills of the French Pyrenees and takes in a lovely stretch of the Pas de Roland. The views are fantastic throughout and breathtaking in parts. I have walked and thoroughly enjoyed many Caminos, but without doubt, these three days remain the best and most memorable three days of all. I cannot recommend the Irun Link highly enough. If you would like to know more, or want details of the Amis de Saint Jacques Pyrenees-Atlantiques, who designed the route and will send you pdf guide, maps and a list of simple and cheap accommodation, feel free to message me.
I've done the Norte on several occasions, first from Irún (over a period of 3 Caminos to SdC, the last portion leaving from Gijón) and last year Bilbao - SdC.
From these various experiences I would personally say start in Irún or Bayonne and see where you end up then return to finish at a later date.
Leaving from Gijón you will miss a majority of the coast which would be a too bad IMHO.
Could you please send me the pdf guide? Sounds like an awesome plan.The first day couple of days from Irun are quite demanding if you are a bit out of training, although superb walking. I would recommend starting at St Jean-Pied-de-Port, then following the Irun Link. This is a very practical warm-up for the Norte, as you may walk the fairly easy 47 miles (76 km) over three days, or with a slight diversion for accommodation, 55 miles (88 km) over four days. The route, which is well waymarked, follows the foothills of the French Pyrenees and takes in a lovely stretch of the Pas de Roland. The views are fantastic throughout and breathtaking in parts. I have walked and thoroughly enjoyed many Caminos, but without doubt, these three days remain the best and most memorable three days of all. I cannot recommend the Irun Link highly enough. If you would like to know more, or want details of the Amis de Saint Jacques Pyrenees-Atlantiques, who designed the route and will send you pdf guide, maps and a list of simple and cheap accommodation, feel free to message me.
Did I send you these, Lazlo? Or can you get them from my reply to someone else?Hi Tom,
Reading your enthusiastic words about the Irun Link, I became very interested. Could you please send me the link to the pdf guide?
Thank you,
Laszlo
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