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Accessing the Bulnes Funicular outside of Easter or August
Quoting https://picosdeeuropaparquenacional.es/picos-de-europa/?lang=en,
ACCESS TO THE CARES GORGE AND THE BULNES FUNICULAR
During Easter and August, once available parking in Poncebos is full, ...
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Crossing France-Spain border by hiking trail - possible problems
France temporarily reintroduced border controls. Will I have trouble if I cross the France-Spain border on foot by a hiking trail?
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Is there a charge for mountain rescue in Spain (Canary Islands)?
I am going on holiday to Tenerife and La Palma, and planning to do some hiking in the mountains. Nothing unusual, sticking to marked trails.
When looking for travel insurance many of the mainstream ...
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What St-Jacques de Compostelle routes offers the most sightseeing while remaining well supported?
I wish to do the St-Jacques-de-Compostelle pilgrimage. I am deciding which path would be best for me.
My main criteria is having lots of support infrastructure (albergues, water access, food, etc.) ...
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Is the St-Jacques de Compostelle pilgrimage realistic for a non-experienced hiker?
From what I can understand, the terrain is not particularily hard, but the trail is certainly very long.
Given good enough boots and good planning for food and shelter, is it possible to get used to ...
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Fastest way to reach St-Jean-Pied-de-Port from Barcelona or other Spanish airports
This summer I would like to walk on the Camino de Santiago. I want to start from St-Jean-Pied-de-Port and walk for 300 km. My idea is to reach Barcelona by plane from Italy, and then go to the ...
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Walking the Caminito Del Rey, or part of it, with children
I have noted with great anticipation that the refurbished Caminito Del Rey will open this week. The opening was originally scheduled for today, but has been delayed because Spain is in mourning for ...
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Hiking around Vigo, Spain
I am planning a holiday in the area around Vigo in Spain. I am going there in September.
Since I like hiking and nature, I was wondering if there are some good hiking locations or trails in the area ...
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Differences between the Routes of the Camino de Santiago
I will be a first time "pilgrim" in July of the Camino de Santiago (Way of St James) and am deciding on the various routes. Can someone explain what differences are encountered on the routes - how ...
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Good locations in Spain for hiking, nature, architecture, and photo opportunities? [closed]
I'm thinking about visiting Spain sometime in September or October.
I'm interested in hiking, nature and historic architecture and am constantly looking for great photo opportunities.
Which parts of ...
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