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With two to three weeks you could walk from Leon - either directly on the Francés or (harder but seriously beautiful) over the mountains to Oviedo on the San Salvador (5 days), then to Santiago on the Primitivo (about 2 weeks). There are...
You know what you want. You probably have a clearer idea than most people who set off. With all my heart I hope you find fulfilment and peace in your journey
I’d say start in St Jean pied de Port then…if you don’t intent to reach Santiago (this time anyway).
For me it meant the most, because I am French and I grew up with the Roncesvalles stories of Roland etc…
I think this way you will meet people...
There are things that I want, but I know that everything can go in absolutely different way. My only expectation is that air out there not to be heavy as it is here. I just want to get out for some time and breathe in full lungs.
I just want to decide where to start. Some people here say that it’s more important where you end up. I have a bit different philosophy, as my teacher does. It’s important where you start and how it goes.
I have around 2-3 weeks. And I don’t...
You probably know this site already but if you don’t , here it is again
https://www.gronze.com/
Very helpful especially for accommodation.
As for plans, well… make as many plans as you like and give God a good laugh! (Or something like that 😉)
My advice is to not have any expectations about the Camino being a life changing experience. Yes, for some it is, and others don't realize any change until they have been home for a while. Go without expectations and you won't be disappointed.😊
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