Well, most communal bathrooms are gender specific. Some are both genders. If concerned - do your research before selecting albergues. That said - I have not been to an albergue that does NOT have individual shower stalls. You can have privacy in...
Culturally it will be a little different; and there is a wide range within even Western Europe.
I was at an all male boarding school, played rugby and spent some time in the army. I probably spent an unusual amount of time stark bollock naked...
not really worth it, if it's the one i walked and you miss a coffee opportunity at orbaneja. much more interesting is to find the trail that takes you from the first homes in villafría to the river route into burgos via castañares.
Perhaps I missed it but one thing I also always do when having a shower is just wet my hair and body, turn the shower off while I suds where needed to and then quickly rinse , using the least amount of water I can to hopefully allow some warm...
I agree with the previous answers but want to share that some Albergues are converted houses and so they have private bathrooms. However, in one albergue I remember it was a large older one, there were separate shower, sink, and toilet rooms but...
Our showers were sort of “double stalls” so you could hang your clothes in the outer stall to stay dry while you shower. The door was opaque and enclosed both parts.
Yup, what you said! I camp all the time in the summer but I am treating myself with privacy this trip. I am outgoing enough that when I want to mix with other folks, I will.
I always change within the shower cubicle. It can be snug! ALWAYS take your valuables with you. I use ultralight dry bags for my clothes, and have a small Heroclip (a type of S hook) in case there is no hook.
You'll be surprised at how quickly...
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