Mansilla. entering Leon. 11.8 miles
9 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 48 °F
Easy day to today. Entered Leon
, a beautiful city. Then took a long nap. Now, time to explore.
Leon to San Martin. 21 km
10 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
We got a late start do to the Saturday Bus Schedule. We didn’t get on the bus that take you to the edge of Leon until 8:30am, two hours later than our usual start. So we are at San Martin tonight,Leia mais
San Martin to Astoga 15 miles
11 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
Beautiful walk to Astorga. I got to walk through one of my favorite towns, Hospital de Ortega and again see its mid evil bridge. Coming in to Astorga holds many surprising. I got to see my drinkingLeia mais
Astorga to Foncebadon 16.2 miles
12 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
This was a long hike today. 16.2 miles The hike started out with a gradual up hill but the last 4 miles it got steep snd long. Highlight of the day was stopping at the Cowboy Bar in El Ganso. We madeLeia mais
Greg JonesHi honey. It’s not cold but we were hit by rain today. We’re in Ponferrada. This morning I put down Annie’s stone at Cruse Ferro. Very emotional. I love you
Foncebadon to Ponferrads
13 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ 🌧 52 °F
Emotional day. I left stones in honor of my Granddaughter and Father at Cruse Ferro. I broke down.
Ponferrada to Villafranca
14 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
A beautiful 16 mile hike today through vineyards. It started by passing the Knights Templar Castle in Ponferrada.
Villafranca to La Faba
15 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ⛅ 55 °F
What a beautiful day of walking. We left Villafranca late for us. 7:00. The walk went up the mountain through beautiful villages. The walk had an “Oregon” feel. Down trees and logs along the road.Leia mais
La Faba to Fonfria
15 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
Only 11 miles today. But they were “up” miles. The last two days has been mountain climbing days. My little old legs are plumb tuckered out. . The mountain scenery was amazing.
Fonfria to Sierra via Samos
17 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☁️ 77 °F
What a beautiful days hike. There’s another alternative route that I took 4 years ago but it’s not near as pretty going through Samos. Samos is longer but so pretty. The Monastery in Samos is theLeia mais
Sarria to Portomarine.
18 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
Another beautiful day of walking. We passed the 100 km (62 miles point) and headed for Portomarin. The village of Portomarin had to be moved upslope to get ready for a dam that was being build and aLeia mais
Portomarin to Palace del Ray
19 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
Beautiful countryside. It’s very reminiscent of the hills around the Willamette Valley.
Three more days to Santiago-yeah!!
Palace del Rea to Arzua
20 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
Made it to Arzua. Had octopus for the first time in Melide, it was wonderful!!
Greg JonesYep, it has gone by fast. The day after tomorrow we’ll be in Santiago. I wish you were here honey. I love you
Aruza to O Pedroso
21 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
More and more gorgeous farmland to look at but not much photo opportunity. Tomorrow’s the big day, We enter Santiago de Compostela. It will be emotional!! We did pass today the house of bottles.Leia mais
Santiago at Last
22 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
We made it, we’re in Santiago de Compostela. Another Camino de Santiago done-yeah. 500 miles in 33 days. One day shorter than when I did it four years ago I feel very humbled snd privileged.
Greg JonesThank you Whitney. I feel so privileged to be here for the second time. All of you are doing a great job. You’ll be here soon.
Day in Santiago de Compostela
23 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ⛅ 68 °F
We had a nice day dominated by the Noon Mass at the Santiago Cathedral. The highlight was seeing the swinging Butafumiero or swinging incense. We also got to see the Tomb of St. James and hisLeia mais
Last Day in Finisterre
24 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
It’s sad to say goodbye to Finisterre. I really do love this place. It is so beautiful!! Mucia is gorgeous too. But we’ll head out tomorrow back to Santiago and then down to Portugal. I walked outLeia mais
ViajanteSomeone said —-“Do not be sad that it is over; be glad that it happened.”
Greg JonesYes, I’m very happy it happened. In fact after the surgery that I had last year, I’m externally grateful!!! I said a little prayer today thanking god for giving me the strength to do the Camino.
Finisterre
24 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
Resting a couple of days in Finistere or the End of the World. The Roman’s thought that Finisterre was as far west as you could go. So. It was the End of the World. It’s also the end of my Camino.Leia mais
Last Day in Santiago de Compostela
28 de setembro de 2022, Espanha ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Tomorrow we head for Portugal but today was Museum day in Santiago. First we went to the Pilgrims - Camino museum. Its a wonderful place that tells the story on the Camino de Santiago. Second, we wentLeia mais
Greg JonesI don’t think so. We’ll probably have to head back to Madrid to come home. There in Spain 10 days longer than me.
Porto - Port Tasting
30 de setembro de 2022, Portugal ⋅ ☀️ 55 °F
The best Port in the World in Porto last night. Feeling a little tired today.
Porto - touring
30 de setembro de 2022, Portugal ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
Porto is truly a magnificent city. Beauty is everywhere you look. This morning I walked along the River and marveled at all the traditional harbor and fishing boats. Plus, I went to the Cathedral toLeia mais
Goodbye Porto-Hello Beach/Ocean
2 de outubro de 2022, Portugal ⋅ ⛅ 59 °F
After 4 wonderful days in Porto I’ve migrated to a beautiful beach front town called Vila do Conde. It’s 18 miles northwest of Porto. I snagged a two bedroom beachfront condo for 4-5 days for onlyLeia mais
Vila do Conde
3 de outubro de 2022, Portugal ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
Outside my deck, while sipping my morning Cafe con Leche, I see Pilgrims heading north on the Portuguese Camino. This could be me next year about this time🤪🤠. The white building is the CatholicLeia mais
ViajanteWe made it to Guanajuato...a different Spanish speaking place! Love seeing your happy face!🤗
Greg JonesThank you honey for letting me know your safe and sound. Are Jim and Amy with you? I hope you have just a wonderful time, see you soon.
