Hi @ksoltysiak
Check out these threads, where you will find updated information about Saiatz as well as many tips (stages, Wikiloc routes and bus schedules). Saiatz is actually two stages (Hernani - Bidania and Bidania - Zegama) that cross most...
Now that really is a shame! But even in 2014 We found the same thing happening in many areas all around Spain. Ronda was an exception. It seems to be occurring around the world. Some friends are currently touring some of the lesser known spots in...
Hello, I'm originally from San Sebastian, although I now live in a town in the Oria river valley (near the San Adrian tunnel, in the Aizkorri-Aratz mountain range). Let me tell you that due to the touristification that the city has been...
Reading these posts brings back memories of staying at the wonderfully unique albergue in Beasain. I thought I'd landed in Tolkien's Shire. Definitely one of my favourite albergues.
And I received a very warm welcome from the volunteer...
Once you are in Beasain albergue de peregrinos, IMPORTANT TIP: on next day take the Camino de Santiago through Olaberria wich starts on the iron bridge over the highway (it's called "Indarreko zubia" or "puente de Indar"), it's not only the...
Once you are in Beasain albergue de peregrinos, IMPORTANT TIP: on next day take the Camino de Santiago through Olaberria wich starts on the iron bridge over the highway (it's called "Indarreko zubia" or "puente de Indar"), it's not only the...
I have seen mention of this refuge, but wasn't sure if it's still operating. good to know.
I'm not sure if I am already at a point where I can sleep comfortably without the safery of a house or a camping (and the shower and the toilet 😜)...
Considering that the pilgrims donativo hostel in Beasain closes in ending October, are you sure you'd like to walk the vasco interior in ending October or November? This is their mobile phone if you'd need some more info. 0034 74748677
In...
As pilgrimage is about being heart opened, being humble, respectful and trying to understand the lands and people you're crossing, there is a super well known novel book that describes an entire generation born in the 50's-60's and native to the...
This site is run by Ivar at in Santiago de Compostela.
This site participates in the Amazon Affiliate program, designed to provide a means for Ivar to earn fees by linking to Amazon