Hornillos to Castrojeriz - 20km

We left Hornillos under a grey sky. The track most of the way was thick with mud from overnight rain. A bit of slipping and sliding kept us on our toes.

Despite the muddy mess, wildflowers lined the trail, so pretty and turned into one of the nicest walks so far.

Close to Castrojeriz, the ruins of San Antón Convent appeared. It was built in the 1100s to care for Camino pilgrims. It was abandoned in the 1800’s.

We are staying in a luxurious spa retreat (well luxurious for pilgrims) — it’s called Quinta San Francisco. The grounds are so beautiful and relaxing. We can only hear the birds chirping.

We were so fortunate to walk behind a saints parade in the village — for San Isidro patron Saint of farmers.

A shorter day tomorrow, only 18km. Then we start to increase again.Read more