I remember you we met in Zubiri 2018 ....for me was holy hell Zubiri that hill almost did me in
It was very was tough on my knee. I am the one with the metal knee brace Remember? Good to hear you did part of it at least and nice of you to share your experience. I was due to go back to spain this week and am a little sad but was not planning on a camino this year because i had foot surgery in January still recovering so thought maybe I would just do some day hikes maybe meet up with some routes and provide lite medical care. Cancelled I will wait until next spring year but maybe leave earlier than april 2021.
I did the Norte last spring and had to take some alternates to get off the ashalt And lot harder climb for someone with knee issues but I would not change the experience...loved it. The coastal walks were amazing and although I hardly say anyone on most days it felt good. I too had a feeling that the camino felt different that our first year 2018. I stayed mostly private lodging and yes lonley at times but it gave me a new perspective. Weather was mild , definitely not as bad as the 2 weeks of rain we had on the Frances . Good luck with the knee. Buen camino