Day 2 Burguete Spain
Distance from Orrison to Burguete - 21kms
Woke to a brilliant sunrise and a chilly temperature of 6c. The climb today continued up and over the Pyrenees crossing the border between France and Spain. The Pyrenees again challenged us with it’s icy wind but rewarded us with the spectacular views of green rolling hills whilst all the while climbing to the top Col de Lepoeder 1450m. We were thrilled to arrive at the top and make our way down through woodland where we spied a red squirrel climbing a tree. We ate our lunch in a sunny sheltered spot overlooking the valley and made our way to the tiny village of Burguete. We are staying at a delightful rural hostel with more than 100 years of history and was the habitual residence of Ernest Hemingway and still has the piano bearing his name.
Spoilt tonight with our own room and bathroom (such a luxury) and after a big day will sleep well tonight.Read more
SpainAuritz42°59’27” N 1°20’5” W
SpainAuritz42°59’27” N 1°20’5” W