Walked the Primitivo a couple of days together with a young guy (21) from the Czech Republic. We both are reasonable fit and had great days together. The same also for the Via de la Plata, with a young guy (25) from Germany. Great conversations...
Welcome @JimCamino
There was a recent thread on the same topic
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-primitivo-for-younger-person.85114/
It is fair to say not everyone's experience is the same, and there is the possibility...
What a fabulous conversation! I salute your courage Jim as you rise to the challenge of the primitive Camino. Your curiosity to ask such important questions and take with dignity the feedback shows wisdom. As a recent 22-year-old, if you consider...
Got back 2 weeks ago from el primitivo, where we were SURROUNDED by young people (I was walking with a friend from home, both of us 20) so we had a great time. We had a great time with everyone we met, young and old, but made our closest bonds...
And older people don't count?🙃
(That's not entirely serious, but some. You might be surprised that people the age of your parents or grandparents can actually be very good company - and they may even be as fit as you are, too...)
And the short...
On my Primitivo this May there has been a wide mix of ages. From the early twenties to the early eighties. Maybe depending on the season theres a few more younger people on the Camino Frances (thos doing it after graduating school or college)...
Go on mate: what are you scared of? Wrinklies squandering their children’s inheritance and laughing at your youth? Middle aged cushties blagging the better restaurant seats and drinking all the good stuff? Ex-students with nothing to do all...
Haha I was thinking of putting something in brackets so as not to offend the older folk. l guess part of me wanted a gentle reminder that age is just a number. Cheers for the prompt reply; so cool that there is such a strong support base for the...
Hello everyone!
I am planning to begin the Primitivo in late August (29th) and am wondering if it’s a popular trek for other young hiking enthusiasts. I am a solo 22 year old and, while I love adventure, am worried I won’t find others to share...
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