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  1. roving_rufus

    León to Santiago in September

    As its their first day make sure they take the route to Vilar de Mazarife (not the senda beside the main rd which would crush first day spirits).
  2. roving_rufus

    Sarria Complementario alternative

    Truthfully I discovered this complementario route after Sarria nearly by accident just before my trip. I found very little info on it. Even on the Frances I think I came across one trail-side map that showed it- not just as an alternative but as of equal standing with the more travelled route...
  3. roving_rufus

    Sarria Complementario alternative

    So just leaving Sarria, after crossing the little stone bridge Ponte de Aspera at the train tracks there are 2 mojons pointing different directions. It was fun to watch the confusion of the shiny new Sarria-starting pilgrims seeing 2 options. But I had planned to try the complementario which...
  4. roving_rufus

    Hotel Torre de Núñez

    The Hotel Torre de Núñez I am thinking of is close to the Via Kunig route just outside Lugo. Its more than 30km away from Ferrerios on the CF (the Sarria to Portomarin section). Using the directions feature on Google maps it's a 30 minute drive. So it I'd well off route and a fair distance to...
  5. roving_rufus

    From just before Burgos - 47 friggin kms to find a bed!!!

    Bubbles and waves of pilgrims do happen, often influenced by holidays such as Easter, Pentecost, May Day etc., and weekends. So occasionally accomodation gets overwhelmed. Given most people stop in Burgos, either just overnight or for a rest day, it also creates affects the day after, especially...
  6. roving_rufus

    Passport stamps

    If you want to have a look at some there is a website that collects them https://www.lossellosdelcamino.com/index.php/espana/camino-frances-incluye-caminos-navarro-y-aragones From accomodation, bars, churches, townhalls, tourist offices, post offices...
  7. roving_rufus

    LIVE from the Camino Feels Unpleasantly Busy on the Camino Frances (May Day, 2024)

    Or try the Via Kunig from Las Herrerias to Lugo then camino Verde and onto the Camino Norte. (From Astorga the Camino Manzanal would be extremely quiet!)
  8. roving_rufus

    Accommodation worries — Camino Francés

    I am another solo woman - just make sure you have some extra in the budget for a taxi or a hotel night. Also be aware that occasionally you can get caught up in a "bubble", but if you slow down or outrun it things will be easier. In addition to the first couple of days from SJPDP to Pamplona...
  9. roving_rufus

    If you had to choose to skip a part of the route. What would be your choice?

    I would probably say if I was going to miss a section- Mansilla to Leon as there are regular buses into the centre, and then take a bus out from Leon to Virgin del camino would total nearly 30km. I loved the meseta. Sarria to SdeC I tried to join in the party but truthfully just tried to avoid...
  10. roving_rufus

    Planning First Camino, February: Advice, safety, comfort

    In winter I do tend to carry a flask. I prefer a raincoat. But financially- would you wear the poncho walking in the UK? Or is a raincoat a better investment?
  11. roving_rufus

    Planning First Camino, February: Advice, safety, comfort

    With the aprinca advice to reserve is more to check the albergue is definitely open, though by February this is generally less of an issue. In winter I generally sent a whatapp message or rang maybe a day or two ahead to see if open and "reserve". And I use "reserve" in a very loose sense...
  12. roving_rufus

    El Camino Frances in January 2024

    Like the VF off-season (I did Vercellito Fidenza in January 2020) , the CF in winter requires more thought, planning and carrying extra gear and food. It's being weather aware - so not setting out in poor conditions particularly in mountainous or isolated sections. There is plenty of winter...
  13. roving_rufus

    From Sarria to Santiago - safety tips and tricks in December

    I have walked multiple caminos alone as a woman from my late 20s till more than a decade later. Even in December there will be other pilgrims walking that section from Sarria. You will not find any gangs seeking to do you harm. Unfortunately, there are very rare events of theft or a man...
  14. roving_rufus

    Weather in November/December

    The 26 days could be an issue in winter as there are fewer accommodation options, so some days might be short between options say 20km. Equally trying to do long 40km days means leaving in the dark and arriving in the dark. (I've done a few of these days and leaving in dark in freezing...
  15. roving_rufus

    Long stretch from Carrión to Calzadilla de la Cueza

    Since I carry an umbrella I use it as a shield, heading off the main track, in this more open situation with no cover. I have a pee rag that I can wash out later (do not leave toilet paper behind!). But truthfully it's a skill to learn to squat in the open air and to stand up again unaided which...
  16. roving_rufus

    LIVE from the Camino Struggling with doubt on the Camino Frances

    You have made it 6 days so far! WELL DONE! And you have crossed the Pyrenees! however...I tell myself "I can" - then I treat myself as bit fragile - a short day (or a rest day), some nice food (a decent meal can help), maybe even a private room if I haven't had great sleep. I have a cry if I...
  17. roving_rufus

    Oct. 12 lodging, National Holiday in Spain

    Given your other posting -about jitters- I am getting a sense of nervousness - don't worry about the 12th just yet. Leave it closer to it and then figure out where you are and make a plan
  18. roving_rufus

    SAINT-JEAN (1st Day) failure rate 40%?!

    If you have concerns - plenty of people pre-arrange to split the day from SJPdP to Roncesvalles - either staying at Orrission/Borda or pre-booking a taxi pick-up and shuttling back down to SJPdP and then returning in the morning.
  19. roving_rufus

    Do I need better rain gear? (or mental strategy for rain)

    Summer season I take a light raincoat, pack cover and an umbrella. Raincoats are hot and sticky so unless it was cool or a terrible downpour I stuck with using the umbrella. (The umbrella comes all seasons - but I do add waterproof trousers outside of summer)
  20. roving_rufus

    Camino Frances, what to expect in October

    By October I tend to carry something reflective & fluorescent for morning starts as sunrise is so late.

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