Camino de Santiago

We made the big climb (8km) up to O Cebreiro. It was steep in parts but nothing we couldn’t manage. The hike was beautiful, through the mountains and fields of cows. Having our morning coffee as the sun rose was spectacular! We noticed a lot more pilgrims on the way up to and in O Cebreiro. However, things were much more quiet on the way down. Part way down the mountain, (6km down) we were able to catch a bus that took us to Sarria. This should be our last form of public transportation as we feel we are now on track to complete the rest of the Camino on foot by October 14th. Sarria is a starting point for many pilgrims as it is the shortest distance to Santiago de Compostela which qualifies for getting an official Compostela.
Once we arrived at our hostel in Sarria, the host took our money and then said “I will drive you to your room”. Todd and I were confused but he assured all was good. He ended up taking us to a huge apartment that was lovely but had other people in each room. We were all surprised as this was not what any of us had booked. But it all turned out well as we quickly connected with a lovely mother and daughter from Denmark. There is an older Spanish couple staying in one of the rooms as well but they keep to themselves. Not sure what their story is but they are quiet so that’s all that matters.
Tomorrow marks day 30 on the trail (& our 35th anniversary 🎊🎉 😘) and our final push to Santiago begins.Lue lisää