Day 36 - Triacastela to Barbadelo

There we three paths to reach Sarria today and we opted for the shortest one as it still meant a 22 km day. There were not a lot of historical places along the route but it was noted as still being beautiful. It was beautiful forest and farmland and had some unique spots.

Shortly after starting down the path into the forest was an art studio that was open at 6:30 in the morning. We chatted with the hosts who were covering while the artist was back in England getting his visa renewed. We bought a print that will likely end up on our travel wall and received hand painted sellos (stamps) for our credentials.

Later on in the morning we came across another pilgrim oasis, Terra de Luz, similar to the one on our way to Astorga. We enjoyed a coffee and cookie, rambled through the garden, and walked part of the labyrinth.

In Sarria, we were too late for mass but took a small detour off the Camino to have lunch at a restaurant, La Salina, a friend who is now ahead of us recommended. It was well worth the detour but difficult to get back up for the last 4 km. I bought a small bottle of liquor for later.

We pulled it together and trudged up a few more hills to our albergue, which turns out to be quite luxurious and even has a pool. So, I'm now writing with a glass of sangria in one hand and my feet soaking in the cool water.

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French Way: Triacastela - Sarria
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