Which Adaptors Do I Need for Recharging Phone and Battery Backup on Camino Frances in Spain?

[KCP]

Am wondering if I need to bring a EF and both C adaptors (4.0mm and 4.8mm) on my Camino Frances in order to recharge my phone and battery backup.

 

[trecile]

Am wondering if I need to bring a EF and both C adaptors (4.0mm and 4.8mm) on my Camino Frances in order to recharge my phone and battery backup.

All that you need is a plug adapter.



I recommend that you tape it to your charger so that you don't accidentally leave it in an outlet in an albergue.

I prefer to use a dual USB charger with a European plug.

 

[KCP]

All that you need is a plug adapter.

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I recommend that you tape it to your charger so that you don't accidentally leave it in an outlet in an albergue.

I prefer to use a dual USB charger with a European plug.

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Thank you for this. The dual USB charges with the C plug makes a lot of sense. Assume I’ll be able to find it on Amazon if not a Canadian shop.

 

[Mark Barnes]

Don’t get one that is to big like I did. I got one that would take up both outlets when plugged in. It had multiple ports but it was not a good choice for me.

 

[C clearly]

EF and both C adaptors (4.0mm and 4.8mm

I have C adaptors with slightly different diameter pins (I was surprised when I learned that they came, or used to come, in different sizes). But I have used both of them in outlets in Spain - the bigger pins just required a little more pushing.

 

[KCP]

I have C adaptors with slightly different diameter pins (I was surprised when I learned that they came, or used to come, in different sizes). But I have used both of them in outlets in Spain - the bigger pins just required a little more pushing.

good to know. Thanks.

 

[dick bird]

You could probably buy a European phone charger at the airport, an electrical store in your own country or if not, any corner shop in Spain (if your Spanish is not great, just show them the cable, they will very quickly figure out what you want). That might be a better option than an adapter. And if you happen to lose your adapter, you can buy a charger locally anyway.

 

[malingerer]

All that you need is a plug adapter.

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I recommend that you tape it to your charger so that you don't accidentally leave it in an outlet in an albergue.

I prefer to use a dual USB charger with a European plug.

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is what I use!

Samarkand

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

If you do go with an adapter you should tape it and the charger together. Otherwise it is really easy to pack up the charger and forget to pull the adapter out of the socket too.

 

[Len Dacombe]

Am wondering if I need to bring a EF and both C adaptors (4.0mm and 4.8mm) on my Camino Frances in order to recharge my phone and battery backup.

I bought a RavPower USB charger on Amazon.ca. It has 4 USB outlets and the cord is removable. I then ordered a European cord from an electrical supply company that has the correct plug for Spain. Once you get to Europe you just switch cords. This is nice because it doesn’t interfere with the other outlets and you can also offer a charging port to other Pilgrims in need!!

USB Charger, 60W 6-Port 12A USB Charging Station, Mutiple USB Charging Power Adapter for iPhone13/12/11 Pro Max, iPad, MacBook Pro, Laptop, Samsung and More https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09P3VNX8G/?tag=santiagodec0b-20

GPK Systems European EU 2 Prong AC Wall Cord Plug Cable for Laptop AC Adapter Power Supply Cord Charger https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00BR8EI84/?tag=santiagodec0b-20

 

[KCP]

I bought a RavPower USB charger on Amazon.ca. It has 4 USB outlets and the cord is removable. I then ordered a European cord from an electrical supply company that has the correct plug for Spain. Once you get to Europe you just switch cords. This is nice because it doesn’t interfere with the other outlets and you can also offer a charging port to other Pilgrims in need!!

USB Charger, 60W 6-Port 12A USB Charging Station, Mutiple USB Charging Power Adapter for iPhone13/12/11 Pro Max, iPad, MacBook Pro, Laptop, Samsung and More https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09P3VNX8G/?tag=santiagodec0b-20

GPK Systems European EU 2 Prong AC Wall Cord Plug Cable for Laptop AC Adapter Power Supply Cord Charger https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00BR8EI84/?tag=santiagodec0b-20

Super helpful. Thank you very much.

 

[trecile]

I bought a RavPower USB charger on Amazon.ca. It has 4 USB outlets and the cord is removable. I then ordered a European cord from an electrical supply company that has the correct plug for Spain. Once you get to Europe you just switch cords. This is nice because it doesn’t interfere with the other outlets and you can also offer a charging port to other Pilgrims in need!!

USB Charger, 60W 6-Port 12A USB Charging Station, Mutiple USB Charging Power Adapter for iPhone13/12/11 Pro Max, iPad, MacBook Pro, Laptop, Samsung and More https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09P3VNX8G/?tag=santiagodec0b-20

GPK Systems European EU 2 Prong AC Wall Cord Plug Cable for Laptop AC Adapter Power Supply Cord Charger https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00BR8EI84/?tag=santiagodec0b-20

That seems like a lot of extra weight to carry when all you need is a European plug charging block or a plug adapter.

 

[Len Dacombe]

That seems like a lot of extra weight to carry when all you need is a European plug charging block or a plug adapter.

Not much weight at all actually. On previous trips I left the adaptor in the Albergue/pension at least a couple times!!

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Not much weight at all actually. On previous trips I left the adaptor in the Albergue/pension at least a couple times!!

You aren't the only one who has done that!
I learned the hard way to tape the adapter to the charger together as @Rick of Rick and Peg has suggested.

 

[Len Dacombe]

That seems like a lot of extra weight to carry when all you need is a European plug charging block or a plug adapter.

Also, many people are now carrying multiple devices that need charging. Phone, tablet, watch etc. Multiple USB outlets can be very useful.

 

[henrythedog]

I typically use an iPhone (lightning) and power bank (micro USB). I bought a couple of tiny ‘lightning to micro usb’ adapters which allows me to take only one cable.

(Actually I have a 2m cable and a spare 15cm cable; but still I convince myself I’ve saved a little weight)

 

[vjpdx]

Question: would I need a different adapter for France than Spain? Or will the adapter that works in Spain also work in France?

TIA!

 

[Molly Cassidy]

Question: would I need a different adapter for France than Spain? Or will the adapter that works in Spain also work in France?

TIA!

They're both the same.

 

[trecile]

Question: would I need a different adapter for France than Spain? Or will the adapter that works in Spain also work in France?

TIA!

Same adapter for both countries

 

[Jeff Crawley]

Question: would I need a different adapter for France than Spain? Or will the adapter that works in Spain also work in France?

TIA!

Fittings are standardised across Western Europe with the exception of the UK, Ireland, Cyprus and (sometimes) Malta.

 

[Len Dacombe]

Question: would I need a different adapter for France than Spain? Or will the adapter that works in Spain also work in France?

TIA!

They are the same.

 

[DoughnutANZ]

If you do go with an adapter you should tape it and the charger together. Otherwise it is really easy to pack up the charger and forget to pull the adapter out of the socket too.

Or have someone accidentally take your one and leave their cracked and intermittently working one.