Almeria to Santa Fe de Mondújar

Gerard: First day of our walk. Originally we would walk to Rioja, but there the albergue was closed. we were advised to go to the next albergue in Santa Fe. It was only 24km.... It was hard on our feet as the first half was only tarmac. And our bodies were clearly not adjusted yet to carrying the backpacks. I was kaputt when we arrived. We were the only pilgrims in the albergue so plenty of hot water, It took 20 mins of hot showering to bring me back... Pff The sun felt hot today, only 21 degrees, clearly our winter bodies were not ready for this bombardement of sunray's. And to end this all, we also overdid preparing the trip. We expected cold weather , and had heavy warm clothes with us. We will send a few kg back home and do some shorter walking days. everything will be fine . Buen camino. GerardLes mer