![]() In spite of the difficulties, she mentioned that on Christmas Eve, the people at her hotel bonded in such way that it made her trip. She mentioned that it wasn’t the best moment to do the Camino, but it was the only time of the year that her schedule allowed. She told us that she struggled with weather some days (other days the sun was shining). ![]() She was an American Pilgrim who walked the Camino by herself as a self guided trip. One of our pilgrims told us the story of her 2010 Christmas at the Camino. What are we searching for exactly? Aren’t we always searching? Maybe there won’t be as many pilgrims, but it will also be a different experience. That said, it could be a spiritual and inspiring life experience…Ĭan you imagine how does it feel to walk the Camino during christmas week? Although it may feel more challenging that during the rest of the year, the time for reflection and the humanity, openness and solidarity transmitted by those you meet, all create a special energy that you feel as you walk. As you know, you will be walking all day long so you may want to use layers to be prepared for different changes in temperature. We recommend for you to have waterproof shoes or boots, waterproof warm clothing would be convenient too. If you want to celebrate Christmas on the Camino, you need to be prepared. Just remember… as in any Camino, you DON’T want to carry too much stuff. As this may be a self-guided trip, you have to be prepared with maps and all the necessary resources. ![]() You shouldn’t have much problem in the bigger cities but it may be difficult in small towns. It will definitely be easier to find accommodations on the French Way but we recommend for you to book everything in advance. Be aware of the albergues closing times (some of them are only open from May to October). We also recommend the French Way because during Christmas time it may be very difficult to find accommodations on any of the other routes. ![]() In case you still want to do it, we recommend a French way Camino because this is the most popular and famous way and you may find more hotels and resources there. Be aware that during Christmas time there could be less (or almost no) pilgrims along the Camino and, as you will be getting there in the middle of winter time, the weather may not be that great. If you want to spend Christmas on the Camino. ![]()
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