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  1. Jesnat

    Using Whatsapp to book a bed

    Using Whatsapp is a very common way to contact Alberques and reserve a bed for the night. Gronze.com is my go to source for Alberque info and for reference, phone numbers that start with 6 indicate a mobile number and most likely to be using Whatsapp. I have never been asked for credit card or...
  2. Jesnat

    Caravaca de la Cruz to Murcia

    Have you checked the Interbus website https://www.interbusmurcia.es/rutas-y-horarios/ Looks like the bus to Murcia goes every two hours
  3. Jesnat

    Cycling the Ruta de la Plata

    I cycled the Ruta two years ago and the Via last year and had a great time on both. I stayed mostly in Alberques and all were very bike friendly with good secure storage, although I took the precaution of locking the bike too. I also used the John Hayes guide plus Google Maps and Gronze.com and...
  4. Jesnat

    Walking the Frances Route starting early March 2025

    Gronze.com is a great resource listing all / most Albergues with phone contact. If you are not familiar, numbers starting with 6 are mobile numbers and you can WhatsApp most of them to sort your accommodation. It’s very common in Spain to use WhatsApp and will save you the hassle of phone...
  5. Jesnat

    Do I really need a hat?

    I live in Spain. I wear a hat just to walk the dog. A hat would be one of the first things I would pack. August will be hot and the sun intense.
  6. Jesnat

    Different types of trains and their rules....

    As back up I would take a roll of strong black bin bags and roll of tape. Usual process is to remove the front wheel, remove or twist handle bars and remove pedals. I have hydraulic disc breaks on the front and wedge a piece of plastic or cardboard between the discs (thats what I’ve always done...
  7. Jesnat

    Bike Boxes on Renfe / Alfa Pendular (or bus?)

    I think the problem is that there is no luggage or storage space for a bulky bike box on the train. Whilst a bag is a bit smaller and a bit more flexible. I’ve taken my bike on the coach within Spain several times but always wrapped in plastic bin bags. Maybe a solution and then source the box...
  8. Jesnat

    Via de la Plata by cycle - advice and conversation

    I cycled the VDLP to Santiago in April. All of the albergues I stayed in were bike friendly with good storage. I didn't need to book in advance. Some may start closing in October so it will be worth checking on the day or day before to make sure your destination is open. I cycled on a mix of...
  9. Jesnat

    LIVE from the Camino VdlP in (almost) real time

    This is a fantastic daily blog with great emotion and great photos. I don’t know how Madis has the time and energy at the end of the day. It’s not being posted to the forum but I’ve been following the Facebook posts. For anyone starting the VDLP it’s a good read. I start on my bike on...
  10. Jesnat

    Caminos for cycling that are not very hilly.

    Hola Robert, some great advice already and PeregrinoPaul´s pov on a slower leisurely ride makes sense. I can´t help with which Camino. I cycled the VDLP to Gijon two years ago and am planning to try it again next month. I remember it being quite hilly!! and lots of pushing but great riding and...
  11. Jesnat

    Packing List for Bicycle

    The post from Grousedoctor above is pretty similar to my own experience of the VDLP and The Francis (part). I use two 20 liter waterproof panniers and fluorescent pannier cover and that´s plenty of room for spare clothes, sleeping bag, basic tools and personal stuff. As an experienced walker, my...
  12. Jesnat

    Bringing your own bike

    The post above from OnHellas is pretty similar to my own experience. I´ve taken my bike from Spain to France and Belgium by plane using a strong cardboard bike box which I got from my kindly local bike store. Airlines charge for oversize luggage and this should be on the website. I packed my...
  13. Jesnat

    Looking for a website to book tent pitches in France

    Try this. Just put in the country and region https://www.eurocampings.co.uk. Look for simple pitch with small tent arriving on foot or by bike
  14. Jesnat

    Quirky Museums on the Camino

    A post above has already mentioned the Museo Jamon in the town of Monesterio on the VDLP. It´s worth a visit explaining the background to the famous Iberico pig. Perhaps more importantly the cafes in the town served the best Toastada de Jamon I have ever had.
  15. Jesnat

    Men's grooming

    I useful tip I got from this forum a few years ago was to shave using a blob of hair conditioner and no need to take a bulky can of shaving foam. Now I carry a tiny plastic bottle with me. Weighs next to nothing and works a treat.
  16. Jesnat

    Train: Barcelona to Pamplona - should I buy ticket in advance?

    I would book as once all seats are sold the train is ‘full’. I got the same availability as the post above.
  17. Jesnat

    Reducing carbon - arriving by ferry to Bilbao/Santander or train from Barcelona

    There are so many travel options to get you to your start point. As others have already posted you will almost certainly need to break your journey with a couple of changes. For example, there is a coach from Santander to Oviedo, along the coast, and then a change down to Leon which is a major...
  18. Jesnat

    Jeans on the camino

    I don´t want to miss out on this lively discussion. Personally I wouldn´t wear jeans for a long walk because of the thick inside seams which chaff / rub after a while. My trekking trousers have smooth flat inside seams.
  19. Jesnat

    First (ish) time biking, 4th Camino

    There is already lots of good advice here. I love the idea of biking whilst your friend is walking and great tip from Perigrinopaul above that you can use the time searching out the best places to eat whilst they catch up. Last October I biked the VDLP, I used two 20 litre rear panniers and a...
  20. Jesnat

    Cycling

    Good luck with your plans and preparation. I rode the VDLP in Sept and really enjoyed it. Your timing looks good. I also probably went too quickly completing in 14 days so if I did it again (Spring next year!) I would take a bit more time. There are a lot of fantastic posts on this forum with...

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