Camino Frances 1st day from SJPDP- Napoleon or Valcarlos Route to Roncesvalles

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0:00 Intro
01:55 Napoleon Route
06:40 Valcarlos Route
Camino Frances starting in Saint Jean Pied de Port has two options the Napoleon Route & the Valcarlos Route.The Napoleon Route 24.2 kms a difficult and spectacular one like no other, we cross the Pyrenees through the Cize Passes, ascending from the 172 metres of altitude of Saint Jean Pied de Port to the 1,430 metres of the Lepoeder pass; then, we descend through a fascinating beech forest to Roncesvalles, at an altitude of 945 metres. No less than 1,258 metres of positive gradient and 485 metres of negative gradient. The second option which is mandatory winter variant, through the Valcarlos valley, always close to the national highway and at a lower altitude than the Napoleon Route. In case of snow or bad weather conditions, and also in case of doubts about one's physical condition, it is undoubtedly the most sensible option, although its scenic appeal is somewhat less. The positive gradient is 885 metres. I have done both in the last year Napoleon Route August of 2023 & Valcarlos Route April of 2024 so which one is harder?
I would like to express my thanks to great Camino friends that have contributed to this video Rob the cheeky Scotsman @robmaco for all drone footage, so if interested check out his channel
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