Cedeira - Lugo

June 8
This morning, we departed Cedeira and made our way inland to Lugo. The drive took us through a beautiful landscape of rolling hills, forests, and green pastures that seemed to stretch endlessly across the countryside.

Upon arriving in Lugo, we were greeted by a torrential downpour. ☔️ Our accommodations for the next two nights were comfortable and well located, but there was one small challenge: our spacious Mercedes van would not fit into the assigned parking garage. Fortunately, Kurt once again demonstrated his parking skills and managed to find a suitable spot along a nearby side street.

June 9
With a population of roughly 100,000, Lugo is one of Galicia’s most historic cities. Its most remarkable feature is the impressive Roman wall that surrounds the old town. Built nearly 2,000 years ago, the fortification remains largely intact and includes 71 towers along its perimeter. Standing atop the wall and looking out over the city was truly impressive.

Most of the morning was spent exploring the historic center enclosed within the walls. We wandered through narrow streets, attractive plazas, and small shops, while admiring the city’s magnificent cathedral and many well-preserved historic buildings.

Later, Ursula and I took a leisurely walk from the old town down to the banks of the River Miño. There we crossed the Roman Bridge, which remains part of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.

After a coffee break, we returned to the apartment and watched part of the French Open semifinal between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. Later in the afternoon, Kurt and I focused on the practical side of travel, securing accommodations for the next stage of our journey and reviewing our planned route.

For dinner, we chose a local tavern known for its seafood. The meal did not disappoint. We enjoyed excellent servings of hake, squid, and octopus, accompanied by good conversation and a relaxed atmosphere.

Tomorrow, we leave Galicia and head toward the city of Ponferrada in the province of León, continuing our exploration of northern Spain.

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