It seems Cantabria saved the best views for the last day. I had been treated to mountains, estuaries and rural valleys.
Another 0730h start going through the quiet streets of Camillas. The route follows a well paved footpath along the main road out, before heading up and inland. Once it levels out, I was treated to spectacular views of the mountain range changing from pinks to gold, as the Sun appeared.
The pictures don’t do it justice to show the beauty and the scale of the of the scenery. I was enjoying every moment. The route dips down through a golf course then into San Vicente. With more stunning views of the estuary and port town, with the bridge spanning it.
Again the mountains as the back drop, it made great views seeing their reflections in the water. I called into the town for tortilla and went around the market for sunglasses – they didn’t have any.
A steep ascent out and over the highway, followed by another steep ascent covered the highest bits for day. There was about 2km stretch of road walking with some hairy bends into Serdio.
I stoppped for a Kas Limon then headed on. I caught up with a Scottish couple, Andy and Michelle. Since retirement they have been doing long distance walks all over Europe.
The route drops to the railway line which it follows into Unquera. Then over the river and into the Asturias region. An uphill climb takes you into Colombres.
The town is hosting a motorcycle festival, in the square there is live music, gazebos with food and drink. I remained with the festivities just making it back to albergue in time before it closed.
Stu's Camino 