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Hi Sara. I am turning 60 next week. I will be starting out from SJPP on May 12th with a stop at Orisson that night. If you change your travel plans and want to start out with someone, you are very welcome to join me. I am in pretty good shape and have been walking 8-10 miles with my full pack about 3 times a week. I am a little concerned about the wet spring, but I hope things will improve by the time I start out. I'm getting nervous as the times is fast approaching. Good luck with your travel plansI'm setting on out my first Camino on May 11th - from Irun to Finisterre. I'm giving myself plenty of time (up to 3 months) and carrying 6-7kg pack. I'm at the gym most days and walking as much as I can and excited by the adventure, but after a conversation with a friend last night, rather apprehensive....
She flew back from Bilboa yesterday having attempted some of the Camino del Norte and tells of dirty hostels, endless rain, huge mountains and ad-hoc signage. I don't think she enjoyed it at all, and although I'm not viewing my Camino as a holiday (I'm a pilgrim) I don't want to set out with unrealistic, unachievable expectations.
I'm just 60 (and as fit as I've been since my mid twenties) and do feel called to the Camino Del Norte, but am I crazy to attempt to set off alone and an appalling sense of direction? Should I start on the Frances, even though it would mean a change of travel plans?
Or is this a case of "Who so beset her round with dismal stories..."
Your friend is right. Norte is also referred to as the "green" coast. Rain Rain Rain. Norte is wetter than other Caminos. Your friend had bad luck with alberques. Most accommodations are for all travellers and are quiet good.She flew back from Bilboa yesterday having attempted some of the Camino del Norte and tells of dirty hostels, endless rain, huge mountains and ad-hoc signage. I don't think she enjoyed it at all, and although I'm not viewing my Camino as a holiday (I'm a pilgrim) I don't want to set out with unrealistic, unachievable expectations."
Starting my Camino del Norte in three days (April 19th), I know, it won't be hot, but coming from Denmark I'm not expecting it to be neither more muddy or colder, and the weather foresight proves me right. But I guess, expectations differs. However, my main concern goes with the steep ascends and descends on muddy trails, but coming through the first stages, things eventually will be getting better ... I hope!I'm setting on out my first Camino on May 11th - from Irun to Finisterre. I'm giving myself plenty of time (up to 3 months) and carrying 6-7kg pack. I'm at the gym most days and walking as much as I can and excited by the adventure, but after a conversation with a friend last night, rather apprehensive....
She flew back from Bilboa yesterday having attempted some of the Camino del Norte and tells of dirty hostels, endless rain, huge mountains and ad-hoc signage. I don't think she enjoyed it at all, and although I'm not viewing my Camino as a holiday (I'm a pilgrim) I don't want to set out with unrealistic, unachievable expectations.
I'm just 60 (and as fit as I've been since my mid twenties) and do feel called to the Camino Del Norte, but am I crazy to attempt to set off alone and an appalling sense of direction? Should I start on the Frances, even though it would mean a change of travel plans?
Or is this a case of "Who so beset her round with dismal stories..."
Hi Sara. I am turning 60 next week. I will be starting out from SJPP on May 12th with a stop at Orisson that night. If you change your travel plans and want to start out with someone, you are very welcome to join me. I am in pretty good shape and have been walking 8-10 miles with my full pack about 3 times a week. I am a little concerned about the wet spring, but I hope things will improve by the time I start out. I'm getting nervous as the times is fast approaching. Good luck with your travel plans
Hola Niels, we are in Hondurribia right now starting our Camino in the morning (18th). Since we are staying 2 nights in San Sebastian our paths may cross. Will be looking our for you.Starting my Camino del Norte in three days (April 19th), I know, it won't be hot, but coming from Denmark I'm not expecting it to be neither more muddy or colder, and the weather foresight proves me right. But I guess, expectations differs. However, my main concern goes with the steep ascends and descends on muddy trails, but coming through the first stages, things eventually will be getting better ... I hope!
As for dirty albergues, rain and mud gives dirty places in a couple of hours - even in totally clean albergues.
Buen Camino, Niels!
Hi again Jacquie,Hola Niels, we are in Hondurribia right now starting our Camino in the morning (18th). Since we are staying 2 nights in San Sebastian our paths may cross. Will be looking our for you.
Buen Camino
Hi again Jacquie,
Hope to see you as well. I plan to to spend the day in San Sebastian - visit the church, eating pinxos etc., but go on to Orio to stay there Wednesday night. But you know, things might change.
Buen Camino to see you as well[/QUOTE
Well, we made the 1st day from Hondurribia to SS. I have to say that I found it tough. We took the Alpinista route. It was a beautiful day and views were spectacular. Everything was well signposted, loved it all, but was glad to get to SS. Looking forward to seeing SS tomorrow and, to be honest, feeling glad we have the day off. There'll be lots of hills to climb yet. The pintxo's are amazing! Buen Camino!
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