Although the pilgrimage is to Santiago which is the end for many. The true finish point is the end of the world, the Atlantic Ocean.
This will be my destination. Reluctantly I got out of bed at 7.30am, regretting going to the discotheque the night before and rocking up at the hotel in the early hours.
The route leaving Santiago is far more scenic than arriving. It passed the ruins of a mill, no industrial areas and a lot more greenery.
The constant rain from the day before had subsided leaving a mist that clung to the shallow valley out of Santiago. With the sunrising and the silhouette of the cathedral spires in the distance, it made for a stunning view.
It was easy going until around the 12km point when there was a long steep section. The walking poles came out to ease the burden on my left leg, that still was complaining.
Once past this section it was pretty much down hill all way into Negreira. In short an easy day to get back into the walking mode.
Stu's Camino 