Just curious here, I always thought that the Le Puy route (like the routes from Paris and Vezelay) led directly to the Cize Pass (between SJPP and Roncesvalles) and it was only the route from Arles that crosses at the Somport Pass to the east...
Completely agree. Best to start well rested.
Also would recommend to add some hill walking into the mix, but even if not, you'll likely will be well prepared.
Thanks!
I’ve already made reservations from SJPDP through Zubiri. I chose to do an overnight stop at Orisson as I know that it is very steep. The next day on to Roncesvalles, which is longer but less than if I tried to reach it in one day from...
Continuing on from several recent posts… why are so many people setting out to venture Camino with complex and expensive initial journeys?
@judydaisy you could save yourself a heck of a lot of hassle and the budget for a couple of nights in a...
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Does the list include what you will be wearing?
If not, I think that you can add a pair of underwear. I always bring 3, along with 3 pairs of socks. If one goes missing you aren't left with only one.
I bring a bar shampoo that I use to wash...
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