I also walked the San Salvador in late June - last year. You can see my account in this thread. As you'll see, I added a day so that I could stay in Bendueños (Pajares - Bendueños - El Rollu - Oviedo). I echo Pelerina's recommendation. Bendueños...
Your Salvador itinerary is what I did in 2019. I stayed in municipal albergues each night. For updated information on lodging check the Gronze website.
La Robla had restaurants and grocery stores. I did stock up with food to carry as there is...
Thanks for the discussion.
Casa Alba sounds lovely. We will decide while on the way and maybe stay in Mieres-Hostal or University.
The start date is getting nearer. I have just received my Altra Lone Peaks! My kind of walking shoe...
I think the old (sketchy) albergue is being replaced by a nice new one and the university residence rooms are a stopgap. I'm not knocking Mieres, but I was with a little group of pilgrims who had just had a wonderful experience staying together...
I'm leaving Leon on the 25th April. I've 20days in total to walk The Salvador and Primitivo. I've seen how beautiful the Mountains are in many videos. I've listened to pilgrims talking about certain Albergues. My current idea is
Cabinillas 17km...
Day 2.
Cabanillas to Buiza. 26km incl Registration at Town hall/eating/shopping in Pola de Gordón. Path from Cabanillas to La Robla is good, excellent stop at Casa Carmina for Cafe, Tortilla and Cake. Lengthy walk all asphalt to Buiza, last 4km...
Hi Unadara. The salvador is a beautiful camino. I walked it last week and is was fab. Enjoy tomorrow in the mountains.
Looking forward to your reports!
Have a fantastic time! I’m living vicariously through your posts from my bed in Leon. We might try to get started on Monday so will be following your steps and advise closely.
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