Two injuries and rescues on the descent to Molinaseca

[Bradypus]

A local news website has reported that rescue teams including a helicopter were called out twice yesterday within a couple of hours to treat and recover two pilgrims injured in falls on the descent towards Molinaseca on the Camino Frances.

Auxilian a dos peregrinos heridos tras sufrir caídas en el Camino de Santiago en Molinaseca

Los servicios de emergencias y la Guardia Civil colaboran para atender a dos personas de 68 y 70 años con brechas en la cabeza.El Centro Coordinador de Emergencias de la Junta de Castilla y León coordinó el auxilio a dos personas que sufrieron caídas este martes en zonas de difícil acceso d

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[David with new Kit!]

I know that path well, its a beast, even when its dry.

 

[GaTeach]

Arriving in Molinaseca, I sure felt like I had accomplished something big. Right up there with the Zubiri descent.

 

[Keyser]

Could not agree more.

 

[Isca-camigo]

I've walked it in December, January, and at other times through the year, it's not worth sticking to the Camino in some weather conditions however when it's the right conditions it's one of the best stretches. If you are not sure check with the locals or the Albergue for the day ahead. The road before Acebo to Molinseca adds about 3 or 4 km.

 

[t2andreo]

That is why I always practice discretion and use the road to walk down from Cruz de Ferro - against the flow of traffic of course. The older I get, the less I am interested in temping fate. It is running after me, and advancing with each year, anyway.

 

[BROWNCOUNTYBOB]

We've hiked CF four times and the stage from El Acebo to Molinaseca is brutal. We're hiking next fall and will take a taxi from El Acebo to Molinaseca to avoid the stress and safety risk. Bob

 

[sillydoll]

We stay on the trail until Riego de Ambros. From there we change to the road and it is about the same distance as on the trail. You can see pilgrim high above you negotiating the trail, then they come down and cross over and go down on the other side. Walk facing the oncoming traffic and you'll be fine.