Camino North OCT/NOV

[Jiniowa]

Hi, last minute American nubie here. On an almost spur of the moment, I’m going to do the Camino starting October 10 +/- a day. Would very much like to do the northern route starting in Hendaye FR. Plan to go all the way in 35+/- days. My questions are these if anyone would be so kind as to give guidance.


1. While I could easily transfer my start over to the Frances Route, I would like to be by the ocean. Is it too late in the year to start on the northern route in terms of support (Abergues public and private), trail conditions, food for pilgrims, etc.?


2. While I’m not looking for a lot of companionship along the way, I think I’d not like to be the only one I saw or talked to along the way. Will there be at least a few other travellers along the way this time of year?


3. What are the “starting out facilities” in Hendaye/Irun? Do I need to be at any specific place to get credentialed by any specific time?


4. If I wanted to do a partial route the first day (depending on when I get there) are there any accommodations that would be available that are 12 – 20 kms out of Irun.


5. I guess most basically, I looking for some thoughts on starting this journey from Hendaye vs. SJPP.


Thank you in advance!

 

[Deleted member 3000]

2. While I’m not looking for a lot of companionship along the way, I think I’d not like to be the only one I saw or talked to along the way. Will there be at least a few other travellers along the way this time of year?

Last November there were 242 pilgrims who walked the Camino del Norte, according to the Pilgrim Office statistics (they presumably started in October). That is about 8 per day spread among the various albergues on a stage. I won't be busy, that is for sure!

 

[Donnaw]

Good to know the stats. I'm hoping I'm not totally alone too - walking Nov/Dec 2014. Donnaw

Last November there were 242 pilgrims who walked the Camino del Norte, according to the Pilgrim Office statistics (they presumably started in October). That is about 8 per day spread among the various albergues on a stage. I won't be busy, that is for sure!