Sunday, 21 October 2012

Pyrenees

The Pyrenees loom forbiddingly for every pilgrim, especially in the guidebooks and hostels. I planned to take the low road and avoid the issue. Fortunately the warden at the hostel on St Jean talked me out of it. He pointed out that 500 people take the Route Napolean every day in the peak season and that it makes a long day but not an especially difficult one. I compromised and sent my pack by baggage transport to Roncevalles, walking with just a day pack. Long but enjoyable with great views. Looking back I realize that the reports of difficulty came from folks who had read about it while everyone I spoke to who had walked it said long but not a problem if the weather is ok. Must be a lesson in there somewhere.
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  1. Nan21 October 2012 at 09:01

    So glad you are posting! Too funny "report of difficulty come from folks who had read about it, while I everyone ... who had walked it said not a problem." Ah yes, somewhat like "the reports of my death are greatly exaggerated!"

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