Bienvenido a España!

We walked 18 KM today, about twice as far as yesterday. About half our walk today was uphill but it was not so steep as yesterday. The weather was mostly sunny and mild. In the morning, the sun kept peaking through the clouds in such a way that mini rainbows kept appearing on the ground right off the trail. I think it’s the closest I’ve come to finding the rainbow’s end.

Between the magical views and the fact that the climb — while challenging at times — was significantly easier than yesterday, we felt like we were in a fairy tale.

We had our morning snack at a food truck run by a local shepherd/rancher. He says that he makes his living caring for sheep and peregrinos.

About 4 km from Roncesvalles, I sent Chris on ahead so I could spend more time soaking in the view (and so I could get my RDA of alone time.)

We’re currently hanging out a bar, drinking beer and Aquarius (a delightful electrolyte drink that tastes like a love child between Gatorade and Orangina)..

Next on the agenda:
Shower and change, explore the town a bit, dinner and then Pilgrims Mass at 8.

We hope to be on the road by 6 AM tomorrow since the temps will be in the low 90s tomorrow afternoon.Read more