It happened on the descent to Zubiri, maybe only 2 or 3 km from Zubiri itself. My thought is that the paramedics carried him into an open area so that the helicopter could reach them.
It was slippery yesterday because there were on and off rain showers all day. I heard from another pilgrim...
The injury was severe but he was conscious. I was on the trail shortly after the paramedics arrived. I heard the pilgrim tell them that he heard a loud snap after falling. I believe the pilgrim is an Italian gentleman who was walking with his wife and daughter. I’m sending him and his family my...
One year in Spain I learned the hard way. I had a 5-digit PIN US debit card which wouldn't work. Luckily, my wife's card was set up with a 4-digit PIN. I've since changed my PIN to a 4-digit number and haven't encountered any issues.,
How do you feel today? Are you more sore or less sore than yesterday? You did 20 km with a 20 lb pack in 5 hours that’s quite an accomplishment!
Along with all of the advice already given, I say keep your plans. Do you think you could do 20 km in 8 hours or 10 hours? Since you have...
One of the best things about these stores is that, for the most part, they are open when everything else is closed. They usually stay open during the siesta hours and they open on Sundays.
The bus company Alsa runs a daily bus from Pamplona to Saint Jean at noon. My wife and I have booked for June 30. Since it is the only bus of the day, we are spending a night in Pamplona and getting the bus the following day. The tickets are 22 euros per person — much more reasonable than a...
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