I found the UNESCO designated city of Santiago de Compostela fascinating. The well preserved old city is bigger than I imagined it would be. The new city is attractive in that it has not been homogenized like many modern cities. If you are looking for a city break. Look no further is my recommendation. WeContinue reading “Santiago to Fisterra – Day 38”
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El Camino del Norte – Day 36
Well, we made it. Yesterdays walk of 25 km was hugely enjoyable for a number of reasons. Undulating forest paths without any serious hills to climb. My feet have eventually stopped aching. The weather was perfect for walking… but the most compelling reason was that we knew we were only a modest days walk fromContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 36”
El Camino del Norte – Day 34
Our 25 km walk from Miraz to Sobrado do Monxes was idyllic along forests paths and through remote rural hamlets. We have spent most of our time fairly close to civilisation up to now (with a few exceptions) but yesterday was different. No sounds whatsoever except birds chirping. It was frankly my idea of heaven.Continue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 34”
El Camino del Norte – Day 32
We have had a series of difficult days. Thursday we walked 27 km from Lorenza to Abadin. A never ending climb to 550m with intermittent showers. The best part of the day was Albergue Xabarin. It is now my new favourite albergue. What did I like about it. Well, a fully equipped modern kitchen andContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 32”
El Camino del Norte – Day 30
The guidebook graded the hike from Ribadeo to Lourenza (29 kms) as challenging. We resolved to get an early start and were walking out of town by 7.15am. Almost immediately, we noticed changes now we’re in Galicia. The Camino signage improved. It would be difficult to take the wrong path in Galicia. We spent theContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 30”
El Camino del Norte – Day 29
We have now hiked through three regions, the Basque Country, Cantabria and Asturias. Yesterday, we left Asturias and arrived in Galicia. Our walk from La Caridad to Ribadeo totalled 23 kms. There were two options. We selected the coastal route for a couple of reasons. It was to be our last opportunity to take inContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 29”
El Camino del Norte – Day 26
I have been having serious wifi issues and difficulties uploading images on to this WordPress site. I’m told that is a common problem for beginners. Sheila and I have been making steady progress. We arrived in La Caridad this afternoon from Luarca (30.2 kms) it drizzled for much of our 8 hour hike. When IContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 26”
El Camino del Norte – Day 20
Today was much more enjoyable after it rained all day yesterday. We were drenched. At 1pm, after 20 kms we arrived in Villaviciosa just 3 kms from this evenings accommodation at Albergue La Ferreria. Villaviciosa is famous for its cider. We had passed orchard after orchard on our approach to the town. In town weContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 20”
El Camino del Norte – Day 19
What a fantastic albergue. Sheila normally selects our accommodation. She had decided we would walk from Llanes to Cuerres 25 km and call to reserve accommodation. We arrived about 3.45pm after a casual Sunday stroll. My highlight of the walk was stopping at a hotel in Nueva for refreshments. In the hotel bar they wereContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 19”
El Camino del Norte – Day 18
At the end of day 18 of 37 and 410 kms in to the 830 km pilgrimage to Santiago. It may be an appropriate time to take stock. I’m fitter and stronger than I was 18 days ago. I’m also, 3/4 kgs lighter. Sheila and I have been overwhelmed at times by the welcome andContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 18”
El Camino del Norte – Day 17
After breakfast at my favourite pension La Arboleda, we set off to find our way back to the Camino. The aim today was to walk the 25 km from Colombres to Llanes. There were two options, the formal route along the N-364 or the recommended coastal path. It was longer with more ups and downsContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 17”
El Camino del Norte – Day 15
We stayed in an albergue in Requejada overnight and set off to walk the 22 kms to Cõbreces where we agreed to review the situation to see if we would continue on to Comillas. After 10 kms we arrived in Santillana del Mar a little confused. Well, its name suggests its by the sea. ItContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 15”
El Camino del Norte – Day 14
We left Santander at 7.30am after spending the night in (the spotless) Pension Angeline opp the train station. We were in good spirits as we walked out of Santander. Once out of the city centre the industrial surburbs went on and on. We were advised that this is a dull section and that we shouldContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – Day 14”
El Camino del Norte – the adventure begins
Day 13: Well, it’s flown by. Sheila and I have made it to Santander, 275kms from our start point in Irun. I sit here with a mix of emotions. My overwhelming feeling is one of tiredness after 13 consecutive days walking over and around what I can only describe as mountains. I think the highestContinue reading “El Camino del Norte – the adventure begins”
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