• Fonsagrada, Albergue

    Sep 25–26, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C

    Arrived at 14.30 after climbing into the town up an 800m hill of 30 degrees and more. Any more inclination and you would need ropes. A long stage of 26 km in a very strong wind and rain showers that required me to hold down my poncho for it to give any protection. As soon as you let it go the wind turned it into a blinding, waterproof turban.
    Met with 2 American camino friends and had an excellent menu de dia. They discussed 'football' and baseball. I am still no wiser about any of these 2 activities as they appeared to be talking in some kind of code. It is pouring with rain due to a named storm that is predicted to make tomorrow's walk very uncomfortable and challenging.
    Visited the church and got soaked.
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