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Tag Archives: hiking
Castle Puivert: Troubadours and Troops
Prior to the decimating Papal crusade against the Southern French Cathars, Puivert was known for sponsorship of the arts and poetry. The fifedom and castle served as a meeting place for troubadours in the Aude and Roussillon region and a hospitable … Continue reading
Posted in France, History, Poetry, Travel in the Pyrénées Mountains
Tagged cathars, France, hiking, music, mysteries, poetry, troubadours
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The Village Church South of Tarbes
The day’s route meandered through small villages and along corn fields. At one hamlet on the east side of L’Adour River, not far from Vielle-Adour, a woman tending her roses suggested I ask a neighbor two houses over to open … Continue reading
Posted in Art, France, Travel in the Pyrénées Mountains, Walking Alone
Tagged adventurous women, France, hiking, Pyrenees, walking, walks, watercolor
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Planning Your Pyrénées Pilgrimage Walk
Best tool I know for travel planning is to pull out a map and study where you are going. Don’t limit yourself to a tiny GPS based map — get the real thing, unless you enjoy squinting. Before investing in … Continue reading
Posted in France, Map, Travel in the Pyrénées Mountains
Tagged camino de santiago de compostello, hiking, lodging, pilgrimage routes, Pyrenees, safety, walking
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Evaluate GPS Navigation Services Before Renting
Evaluate GPS Navigation Services Before Renting
If you plan to rent a GPS tool and service provider during your walking journey, examine the services closely.
Will content be in your language? Are there extra changes for certain features or locations?
Posted in Map, Spain, Travel in the Pyrénées Mountains, Walking Alone
Tagged adventurous women, GPS, hiking, pilgrimage routes, walking
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Lodging in St. Jean Pied de Port
Nearly everyone who walks the traditional Spanish portion of the Chemin St. Jacques, also known as the Camino de Santiago de Compostello and The Way of St. James, passes through St.-Jean-Pied-de-Port which in English means St. John at the foot … Continue reading
Posted in Basque, Culinary Lore, France, Pilgrimage, Spain, Travel in the Pyrénées Mountains
Tagged food, hiking, lodging, pilgrimage routes
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Topo Maps and Guides for Walking the Pyrénées and the Camino
Topographic maps and guides are on sale until June 30, 2012 through the online store run by the French Association for Hikers — Fédération Francaise de la Randonnée Pédestre. Pyrénées-Atlantiques – Western region towards Atlantic Ocean Hautes-Pyrénées – High Pyrénées in the central … Continue reading
Posted in France, Map, Pilgrimage, Travel in the Pyrénées Mountains, Walking Alone
Tagged hiking, Pyrenees, travel guide, walking
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Foot-weary on the Camino
Kiwis have a reputation for being hard chargers in the outdoors. These folks are headed for blisters! Take your time, break in your boots months before embarking on a walking journey, and cool your feet during the walk. Foot care … Continue reading
Posted in France, Pilgrimage, Spain, Travel in the Pyrénées Mountains
Tagged camino de santiago de compostello, hiking, hospital, safety, trekking, walking
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Lac d’Estom :: Hautes-Pyrénées
Consider pursuing this day hike from Cauterets along the Vallée de Lutour to Lac d’Estom. I was staying in Cauterets for a few days in late September. Despite a drizzle, I dressed in hiking shorts with a fleece top and … Continue reading
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