I could have done with an extra hour in bed after last night’s festivities, but by 7 am we were back on the Camino. Sunrise was not for another 45mins and the air was cool; perfect for walking. We climbed a small hill giving us views of vineyards and the town of Najera in theContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 11 – Ventosa to Santo Domingo de la Calzada”
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Camino Francés Day 10 – Logroño to Ventosa
It was another stuffy night and outside it was very humid. Leaving Logroño in the dark was not as troublesome as previous cities as the route was well marked. The way follows inner city parks that act as an obstacle course with the automatic sprinklers spraying in every direction. The path eventually splits to theContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 10 – Logroño to Ventosa”
Camino Francés Day 9 – Torres del Rio to Logroño
The alarm went off a 6 am with a start, calling the end of a very hot night. Despite having the windows open, it was stuffy. The gang assembled out the front at 7 am to begin the journey to Logroño; I opted for the transporter. The sun had yet to light the sky andContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 9 – Torres del Rio to Logroño”
Camino Francés Day 8 – Rest Day
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 lieContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 8 – Rest Day”
Camino Francés Day 7 – Luquin to Torres del Rio
We were up by 7 and Brian made us all breakfast, perfect to fuel us for today’s walk. Unfortunately Sandra’s feet were no better, so she decided to take a rest day in Luquin. We all gathered outside the albergue to say goodbye. It was hard to say our farewells as our Camino family becameContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 7 – Luquin to Torres del Rio”
Camino Francés Day 6 – Estella to Luquin
As we had crossed over the 100km mark yesterday, we had a celebration; the food and drink was a plenty; we didn’t retire until 1 am. From pilgrims who had walked the way previously, their advice is not to stop at the albergues in Los Arcos; our next stop. We tried for a hotel butContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 6 – Estella to Luquin”
Camino Francés Day 5 – Puente la Reina to Estella
It was the best night sleep I’ve had so far, no noise and we had bed sheets, so no sleeping bags! We woke up at 7am but it was closer to 9 when we finally left. It had rained during the night so the air was refreshed and cool; perfect walking weather. The route tookContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 5 – Puente la Reina to Estella”
Camino Francés Day 4 – Pamplona to Puente la Reina
There was thunder and rain throughout the night. At 6 am the lights came on prompting everyone to get ready. I checked the weather forecast and at midday there was more thunderstorms. Today we will be reaching another iconic milestone, the ‘Alto de Pardon’. The problem is it sits on top of a hill. ThisContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 4 – Pamplona to Puente la Reina”
Camino Francés Day 3 – Zubiri to Pamplona
With only my traveling companions sharing the dorm, I slept mostly through the night. Waking a couple of times due to my legs being a little sore. We had breakfast then hit the trail. The temperature was cool as the sun was still hiding behind the hills, which made pleasant conditions. The path skirted aroundContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 3 – Zubiri to Pamplona”
Camino Francés Day 2 – Roncevalles to Zubiri
I remembered the earplugs this time and used my snood as an eye mask. The only bathroom for two dorms was accessed through our dorm. Throughout the night the door to the hallway was in constant use, flooding light over us weary pilgrims. Just before 7, everyone was up packing their bags. All the activityContinue reading “Camino Francés Day 2 – Roncevalles to Zubiri”
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