Over the last 7 days we have covered just shy of 95 miles. The hotel has been a hidden gem and Markus suggested staying for another night. That way it will also give chance to get the whole gang back together.
With my Achilles needing a break, I jumped at the chance. After a lie in I took a shower, however this was no ordinary shower. It looked like a contraption used to beam you to the starship Enterprise! It has jets all over the show; I was pressing all the buttons not knowing what they did. I ended up dancing to avoid random cold jets of water; it was more a modern day torture device than a shower. The cold jets made me scream a few times!
I went for some breakfast then ambled into the village, to sit at the fountain and write in my journal.
I was in prime position to see the pilgrims walk up the hill. I was wishing them ‘Buen Camino’ when Matt and Sophie appeared. I hadn’t seen them since St. Jean/Orisson. They had made a group themselves with another pilgrim called Dave.
We had a chat and gave a brief exchange of our experiences. They are heading onto Viana, so I wished them buen Camino! Maybe our paths will cross again in the coming days.
I decided to call in the local bar for a drink. Brian was already there so I took a seat on his table. I went inside to get a drink to be confronted with an angry barman shouting at me. Not understanding a single word, I retreated back outside.
Luckily a more friendly waiter came by and I ordered a drink from him. Shortly after, two peregrinos walked in, they too were given the warm welcome. We concluded, he must be hungover.
Just after midday Sandra strolled into town; rejuvenated from the rest day. Last night there was an end of summer fiesta in Luquin. The whole village was partying again to the early hours of the morning.
At 2pm we all went to the angry man’s bar for lunch, then spent the afternoon by the pool. Once we had our evening meal we hit the hay. We want an early start tomorrow to take advantage of the cooler morning air.
Stu's Camino 