LIVE from the Camino Snowing in Chanaleilles

[markmcilroy]

We are Chanaleilles, which is 15km past Saugues on the Le Puy route, it has been snowing since very early morning. About 6-7 inches has settled and it’s minus 1. Some pilgrims have continued to walk but this is a planned rest day for us. Others have bussed out. At the moment we have the gite to ourselves.

We were not too sure about how to proceed as apparently 2 pilgrims died in the snow and fog a couple of years ago.

We have decided to walk on the road instead of the track but it depends on the weather of course, we are pilgrims but not too purist to ditch common sense.

Two days ago we were walking in 22c degrees. I’ve attached some photos, the best is yesterday’s photo of the cafe compared to today’s snow photo of it.

 

[Yadira]

Be safe! Didn’t think it would still be snowing. Common sense goes a long way. Vaya con Dios peregrino

 

[Camino Chrissy]

I will be walking through Saugues on June 1st! I was hoping to leave my heaviest Camino clothing at home, but now I'm not so sure. Yikes!

 

[ISABEL linares]

We are Chanaleilles, which is 15km past Saugues on the Le Puy route, it has been snowing since very early morning. About 6-7 inches has settled and it’s minus 1. Some pilgrims have continued to walk but this is a planned rest day for us. Others have bussed out. At the moment we have the gite to ourselves.

We were not too sure about how to proceed as apparently 2 pilgrims died in the snow and fog a couple of years ago.

We have decided to walk on the road instead of the track but it depends on the weather of course, we are pilgrims but not too purist to ditch common sense.

Two days ago we were walking in 22c degrees. I’ve attached some photos, the best is yesterday’s photo of the cafe compared to today’s snow photo of it.

 

[ISABEL linares]

Well done enjoy your sunday rest,and don't take any risks.

 

[Deleted member 3000]

We are Chanaleilles

It won't take long to eat in every restaurant in town! Get some rest.

 

[markmcilroy]

It won't take long to eat in every restaurant in town! Get some rest.

Haha....or drink in every pub

 

[LakeMcD]

I have seen pictures of snow in LePuy yesterday as well

 

[Vivienne]

Are there any updates from anyone on the current conditions. I don't start walking until Monday 21/5 and also wasn't bringing heavier gear. So how is it there now?

 

[Camino Chrissy]

I would like to know, too. I arrive in Le Puy on May 31st. Have added a few warmer layers to my pack, but would prefer leaving them at home.

 

[Mournes]

Check out www.meteobleue.com for 10 day forecast for Le Puy en Velay.Forecast shows warmer temperatures ,some showers but no snow.

 

[Mournes]

Sorry,the web site is www.meteoblue .com

 

[Vivienne]

Thanks mournes