Kate Allenger
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- Walking the Camino Frances August 29 2018!!
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Thanks very much - that's very helpful - KateHey Kate - Congratulations on the exciting news. Yes, there are two ways to Roncesvalles however neither is without steepness. The Napolean route certainly has more elevation and features some really steepness out of the gate from SJPDP and some wicked downhill after you summit the Pyrenees. The Valcarlos route is very mellow for the first 14kms or so and then the real steepness sets in around 16kms or so before culminating in a much less wicked downhill into Roncesvalles. In August you get your choice which is nice. A few thoughts come to mind for you: First, to train for these days you could put your backpack on and hop on a treadmill fully inclined. As long as you don't get some (read as lots) of funny looks you can help your climbing muscles develop. Second thoughts is whether or not you even want to start in SJPDP. The vast majority of those who walk the CF don't, choosing to start in Spain somewhere between Roncesvalles and Sarria. Starting in Roncesvalles gives you two very pleasant days before your first real hill (Alto del Perdon after Pamplona) and your body may thank you a few weeks from then! Either way, good luck and Buen Camino!
Thanks very much - I was thinking about staying in Valcarlos - think I might do that.Miss Kate, congratulations. You are going to have a great time. Remember that you can break the first stage in two by staying in Varcarlos if you decide to take that route. Animo islander! Que la luz de Dios alumbre su camino.
Thanks very much - that's very helpful - Kate
Thanks very much. I am trying to book a room at Orisson! I would really like to go this way and you have encouraged me!Hi Kate, Just another point of view - I would recommend the Napoleon Route and staying at Orison on day 1 if you are a little scared. The mountain views are amazing and every hill you encounter for the rest of your trip will seem easy compared to day 1. I couldn't imagine not doing the Napoleon Route and I think I would regret it after getting home. The pain you endure on day 1 with other pilgrims will create bonds for the rest of your trip. Also think about the bragging rights when you get home !
Thanks very much. I am trying to book a room at Orisson! I would really like to go this way and you have encouraged me!
Thanks again. I've sent an email, but I understand they are closed now so I'll try again in March 2018.For more re booking a bunk now at Orisson for next year see
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/com...l-request-for-albergue-orrison-for-8-1.51742/
Good luck and Buen camino!
Yay!! I'm so excited to be walking The French Way at the end of August 2018. I'm coming from the Cayman Islands, which is as flat as a pancake so I'm very worried about the first couple of days because of the ups and downs. Is there just one route to Roncesvalles, or is there a less steep route? Also, I'm starting my walk August 29th on my own. Will there still be plenty of people along The Way in case I need moral support?
Poor old Napoleon was never there MarkI would recommend the Napoleon Route
I couldn't imagine not doing the Napoleon Route and I think I would regret it after getting home
Also think about the bragging rights when you get home !
. I've sent an email, but I understand they are closed now so I'll try again in March 2018.
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