O’Cebreiro

Day 34 O’Cebreiro
Distance from Villafranca to O’Cebreiro 12kms

A magical day.
We started out early (after a delicious breakfast at our albergue) knowing we had a steep climb ahead and a temperature reaching 27c. The path took us up and around the mountain and although it was on the steep side we found it to be relatively easy. As we climbed the views just got better and we stopped often to admire and soak up the
magnificent scenery.
Cows having just been milked and hay made on its way into the barn broke the concentration and allowed us time to step back and take a break.
We crossed over into the Galicia Region known for its mountain streams and deep river valleys along with the local red wines and famous steamed octopus dusted with paprika. As we neared the top we were welcomed by a gentleman playing the bagpipes. Galicia has a Celtic past. Lunch at a lookout of goats cheese and sardines on bread we couldn’t climb any higher we felt good.
We arrived in the quaint mountain village (for the night) of O’Cebreiro with its 9th Century church and resting place of the parish priest who did so much to preserve the Camino. We have been grateful for his idea of the yellow markers which have helped show the way.
It’s all downhill tomorrow leaving the mountains behind us.Read more