• First steps

    August 24, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C

    Today we took the first steps (25’737) from the Camino del Norte. We started in Irun and had a beautiful view after a strenuous climb of 545 m. On the way we met free-roaming horses and sheep. It started to rain on the descent. The Wackenponcho looks cool but was too small. Luckily I took Mario's huge jacket with me, without it I probably wouldn't have been able to continue walking. We arrived in Pasai a little wet, where the hostel was unfortunately already full. On the way to the next hostel (a bakery) I practiced my Spanish skills. We were expected here and warmly welcomed. We ended the evening comfortably with a few other pilgrims.Read more