Alicemc
New Member
- Time of past OR future Camino
- Camino Frances, March 2017
Hi all,
I'll preface this request by saying I realise that it is ultimately a personal decision that no-one can make for me, but I am interested to hear what others prefer / would recommend!
I will be starting out from SJPDP on my first camino on Thursday and have yet to decide whether to stop part-way at Valcarlos or tackle the whole "stage" to Roncevalles in one hit. I'm reasonably fit and pretty determined (many would say stubborn...) so even if I find it very challenging that's not necessary what is making me pause; I've heard that Valcarlos is a lovely first stop marking a shorter introductory day so had intended to stop there. For most of my walk (other than Easter weekend) I am not intending to book ahead but given the reports of high numbers this close to the start I'm thinking I should reserve at one - or both - in advance. Is it worth slowing down to enjoy a shorter day & time in V or is the push through to R more rewarding?
Apologies if this repeats earlier questions! Many thanks for any advice
I'll preface this request by saying I realise that it is ultimately a personal decision that no-one can make for me, but I am interested to hear what others prefer / would recommend!
I will be starting out from SJPDP on my first camino on Thursday and have yet to decide whether to stop part-way at Valcarlos or tackle the whole "stage" to Roncevalles in one hit. I'm reasonably fit and pretty determined (many would say stubborn...) so even if I find it very challenging that's not necessary what is making me pause; I've heard that Valcarlos is a lovely first stop marking a shorter introductory day so had intended to stop there. For most of my walk (other than Easter weekend) I am not intending to book ahead but given the reports of high numbers this close to the start I'm thinking I should reserve at one - or both - in advance. Is it worth slowing down to enjoy a shorter day & time in V or is the push through to R more rewarding?
Apologies if this repeats earlier questions! Many thanks for any advice