Day 2: Castel Gandolfo to Velletri

The morning was quite crisp - 5° C, the sky was blue and the sun promised to be warm. I was on my way by 7 am and was again reminded why I love Italy; I got a coffee and some fresh fruit before I left Castel Gandolfo. The Path today was shorter (25.03 km) and took me around two lakes, over two mountains and through woodlands. I also got some terrific views of the surrounding region when I was up high. There was some mud, but nothing serious (certainly not French level mud). I saw a lot of beautiful flowers (hence all the photos) and am now sitting in the garden of my accommodation, freshly showered, with the afternoon sun on my back. My lovely host brought me out a pot of tea and three very sweet, and welcome, treats! Life is very good.Read more