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There will be plenty of Decathlon stores around with inexpensive but good quality kit. Madrid is an expensive place to hang around waiting for luggage. Can you make arrangements to collect it on the...
Observations, OSM-Somport
Based on conditions in early April 24
1. Route is well marked, mostly red/white GR.
2. Far fewer services than you may be used to compared to the CF.
3. We found very few pilgrims accommodations open.
4. Prices were a...
I was cold on several days and this was in July. I had a merino wool shirt and rain coat. Going over the mountain on the first day you may be happy to have it.
I love trains, will take a train in Europe over anything, even if it takes longer. I’v never looked at the route from Santiago to Sarria but it can’t be long and a train is a bit easier on the body and for me the mind.
I didn't eat in restaurants often, and the few times I did, it was in the "cheaper" ones, and basic meals (omelette, salads...), nothing special.
Food was still fantastic every single time.
I have come to the conclusion that it is probably...
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