Alwaysonanadventure

april - juli 2024

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Rejsende Alwaysonanadventure
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- 7. maj 2024 17.54
- ☀️ 17 °C
- Højde: 354 m
- Spanien Navarra Puente la Reina 42.671892, -1.81788742°40’19” N 1°49’4” W
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Dag 13
Puente La Reina
7. maj, Spanien ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
Day 5 Puente La Reina
Distance from Pamplona to Puenta La Reina 29kms

We started early this morning (7am) as we had a long day. Bronwyn bolted up the side of the hill leaving me feeling like a baby greyhound (except I didn’t look like one) coming up the rear!
We made good time and covered some ground through fields of rye grass and climbed up to the summit (790m) of Alto del Perdon with its wrought iron representation of medieval pilgrims - where the way of the wind crosses the way of the stars. I felt like a star. Passed through villages and descended over loose stones through vineyards and almond trees. We stopped at a delightful village Uterga for lunch and enjoyed a delicious tuna salad/bread cheesecake and coffee before resuming the final stage of our walk today.
Puente La Reina came into sight after 29kms and what a joy to make it to our fabulous albergue. We share a 5 bunk room with 3 males (just hope I don’t sleep walk tonight)!!!
We have chosen a tiny restaurant for dinner (I will post the menu) I’m having the braised rabbit and Bronwyn the wild boar stew). This is as much about a walking adventure as it is a food tasting extravaganza.
Bon Appetite.Læs mere
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Rejsende Are some cycling ?
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Rejsende Legit pilgrim
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Rejsende Tempranillo my fave
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Rejsende Soooo right
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- 8. maj 2024 17.20
- ⛅ 20 °C
- Højde: 414 m
- Spanien Navarra Estella-Lizarra 42.668731, -2.02344342°40’7” N 2°1’24” W
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Dag 14
Estella
8. maj, Spanien ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Day 6 Estella Spain
Distance from Puente La Reina to Estella 25kms

A challenging walk today up steep rocky paths descending into rolling meadows of rye rapeseed and vineyards. We passed roadside caravans selling food/refreshments to pilgrims through numerous quaint villages crossed Roman bridges and breathed in the delightful country air. The days are warming today reaching 25c we were grateful of any shade. A long day tomorrow (30kms) and our longest to date.
These boots were made for walking and that’s just what we’ll do.Læs mere
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Rejsende Poppies
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Rejsende Love the shell!
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Rejsende Go Bronnie
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- 9. maj 2024 17.43
- ⛅ 25 °C
- Højde: 467 m
- Spanien Navarra Torres del Río 42.551433, -2.27081842°33’5” N 2°16’15” W
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Dag 15
Torres del Rio Spain
9. maj, Spanien ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
Day 7 Torres del Rio
Distance from Estella to Torres del Rio 32kms

With a long day ahead we rose early and walked out into the crisp
early morning. We almost had the path to ourselves maybe due to the early start and pilgrims spreading out. We marveled at the quietness and beauty of rural Spain the sun was shining and a temperature of 25c we were all smiles.
Passed by a fabulous wine chateau (Monjardin) in a small village and took a short break where we lunched under a shady tree and talked about how fortunate we were to be having such a wonderful adventure. We arrived mid afternoon to our albergue for the night (with a bonus of a plunge pool) after 32kms. We were feeling good.
Heading to Logrono tomorrow approximately 20kms.Læs mere
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Rejsende Wow
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Rejsende Hell yes!!
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Rejsende Hope you jumped in (nudie)
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- 10. maj 2024 21.18
- 🌙 22 °C
- Højde: 411 m
- Spanien La Rioja Logroño Parque del Carmen 42.459973, -2.44806642°27’36” N 2°26’53” W
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Dag 16
Logrono
10. maj, Spanien ⋅ 🌙 22 °C
Day 8 Logrono
Distance from Torres del Rio 22kms

A beautiful sunrise as we left Torres del Rio and started up what they call “the knee wrecker”. We navigated the tricky path for several kilometers up and down uneven rocky terrain the day was hot and sunny and we sought shade whenever we could. Bought fresh fruit at a village market drank freshly squeezed orange juice spied white asparagus and exotic mushrooms. Passed by cute Spanish cottages a 12th century church and a group doing the Camino by horseback. We kept up a steady walking pace to enter Logrono early afternoon. The temperature had reached 28c and we were keen to escape the heat. We were happy to sit in the city square with a cool drink and listen to the many bands making their way through the streets. Logrono is known for its tapas and festivities and the city was alive with music and parades.
Heading to Najera tomorrow (30kms) and another hot day predicted.Læs mere
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What's that little place? [Ianthe fox]
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Very tidy thru streets also nice pic Susan, obviously weather is warm.x [Ianthe fox]
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How neat. [Ianthe fox]
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- 11. maj 2024 17.27
- ☁️ 22 °C
- Højde: 508 m
- Spanien La Rioja Nájera Roc la Campane 42.418308, -2.72562242°25’6” N 2°43’32” W
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Dag 17
Najera
11. maj, Spanien ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Day 9 Najera
Distance from Torres del Rio 32kms

With another long day ahead we left Torres del Rio before the sun rose. Although a long day the path was easy and the temperature was pleasant. We haven’t seen much wildlife about but today we spotted a toad it almost blended into the gravel path. Posted this for the grandies. Passed by archaeological remains of a church and hospital founded in the Middle Ages the hospital assisted pilgrims on their way to Santiago. Through a village with its period houses and carved family crests and armorial shields so much history.
We entered into the town of Najera (with its high rock face acting as a dramatic backdrop) early afternoon. A great walking day behind us and around 576kms to go to reach Santiago de Compostela.Læs mere
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Rejsende Your planning was impressive and now your execution seems to be the same. Thanks again for each update. Can't wait to each new footprint.
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Rejsende Everyday brings new experiences. Any blisters yet?
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Rejsende Is this a wine cellar ?
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- 12. maj 2024 16.23
- ☁️ 21 °C
- Højde: 646 m
- Spanien La Rioja Santo Domingo de la Calzada 42.440501, -2.95468442°26’26” N 2°57’17” W
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Santo Domingo
12. maj, Spanien ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
Day 10 Santo Domingo Distance from Najera to Santo Domingo 23kms

Leaving early to avoid walking in the heat of the day we passed the Monasterio dating back to 1156 and the burial place of many kings and queens of the region of Navarre. Not long out of the town of Najera we came across a field planted in poppies what a colorful sight. The majority of the day was on wide country tracks passing through remote and gently undulating farmland we enjoyed the stillness.
Santo Domingo an ancient town linked with the Camino was buzzing with its main fiesta in honour of its Saint Dominic who dedicated his life to improving the route for pilgrims. We are fortunate to be walking this route today. A town that retains its medieval splendor a cathedral dating back to the 12th century and a once pilgrim hospital now a Parador (a hotel owned/administered by the Spanish Government). Now declared a site of historic interest we were lucky to be present during the annual fiesta with bands dancing and religious processions.Læs mere
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Rejsende Lucky you to be part of the annual celebration. It all gives meaning to this celebrated pilgrimage.
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Rejsende Brilliant photos. You realise how young NZ is when you travel such parts. Blue skies are amazing too ❤️
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Rejsende Such history and fabulous architecture. Beats walking up Onewa Road 😩🤣🤣🤣
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- 13. maj 2024 11.59
- ☁️ 20 °C
- Højde: 789 m
- Spanien Castilla y León Fresneña Villamayor del Río 42.428444, -3.13555142°25’42” N 3°8’8” W
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Belorado
13. maj, Spanien ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Day 11 Belorado
Distance from Santo Domingo to Belorado 23 kms

Walked out of Santo Domingo as the sun was rising and expected to be parallel with the N-120 highway and a not so quiet day. We were pleasantly surprised with wide tracks and rolling meadows with the occasional car noise from afar of which we have become quite unaccustomed to. Walking through the tiny villages with historic dwellings pretty houses with window boxes and run down rural hamlets with the strong smell of pigs and manure we smiled and walked on. Belorado is a small historic town built in a steep valley and against the limestone cliffs once home to hermits in cave dwellings.
An enjoyable day the weather was warm and sunny and we toasted our arrival with an aperitif and the local rose. It would be rude not to.
Heading to Villafranca tomorrow and a very short day of around 12kms. Almost a rest day!Læs mere
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Rejsende It's great when the days wLk turns out better than it looks on the map. Also nice that you are adding in some short days to enjoy the journey.
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Rejsende Stunning
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Rejsende What a vibrant colour
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- 14. maj 2024 14.24
- ☁️ 12 °C
- Højde: 959 m
- Spanien Castilla y León Villafranca Montes de Oca Villafranca-Montes de Oca 42.388556, -3.30997642°23’19” N 3°18’36” W
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Villafranca de Montes de Oca
14. maj, Spanien ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
Day 12 Villafranca de Montes de Orca
Distance from Belorado to Villafranca 12kms

Woke to a chilly 9c and light rain which required a warm outer layer and ponchos but we soon warmed up as we got into the walk. The path today was wide and at times muddy along open countryside and woodland climbing to a high point of 900m.
After a nice short walk we arrived at Villafranca (population of 200) and 3 fabulous bars/restaurants) just in time for lunch with fellow pilgrim friends. We enjoyed a delicious oxtail stew whole mushrooms in a tomato broth and battered sardines we were in food heaven.
Villafranca was once known for the bandits that roamed the area preying on pilgrims we are glad those days are in the past.
We are privileged to be staying in San Anton Abad a 13th century building (and once giving shelter to pilgrims) which has recently been restored
such luxury.
A rest afternoon for 2 deserving pilgrims heading for Atapuerca tomorrow.Læs mere
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Rejsende Ohh very nice
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Rejsende Food Heaven for sure
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Rejsende Cute
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- 15. maj 2024 12.51
- ☁️ 9 °C
- Højde: 954 m
- Spanien Castilla y León Atapuerca 42.376228, -3.5068342°22’34” N 3°30’25” W
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Atapuerca
15. maj, Spanien ⋅ ☁️ 9 °C
Day 13 Atapuerca
Distance from Villafranca to Atapuerca 20kms

After a delicious dinner and a peaceful night’s sleep in the palatial
albergue we stepped out into the coldest morning since our walk began. The temperature was a chilly 3c and to keep warm we picked up the pace and made our way up the mountain. Within a short time we were at the top walking through the forest passing wild heather down the other side and crossing over a Roman bridge to the first small village of the day for breakfast. A very cute ‘bar’ with homemade delights and good coffee. We met an elderly gentleman (79) who was walking the Camino solo and having whiskey in his coffee “to give him strength” to continue his walk! We admired his enthusiasm and fitness and wished him Buen Camino.
We arrived at our lodgings for the night in the early afternoon and were pleased to be out of the cold the day having only reached 11c.
Heading for Burgos tomorrow and a rest day in what we believe is a beautiful city.Læs mere
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Rejsende What a dramatic temperature change from a few days ago. I bet you are using all your small amount of clothes.
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Rejsende Burgos looks lovely. Looking forward to your next footprint. xx
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- 16. maj 2024 17.15
- ☁️ 12 °C
- Højde: 865 m
- Spanien Castilla y León Burgos Casa de Miranda 42.339036, -3.70022242°20’21” N 3°42’1” W
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Burgos
16. maj, Spanien ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
Day 14 Burgos
Distance from Atapuerca to Burgos 20kms

A very cold start of 3c with a bitterly cold wind at our backs. At this point we are up around 1100m and cold temperatures are to be expected at this time of year. We stopped for a delicious breakfast at a cosy bar with the fire going we struggled to get going again. But get going we had to and soon fell into our walking rhythm. Entering into Burgos was through the outer suburbs and not quite what we are used to but we soon came upon the city Centre with its striking Cathedral as its centerpiece. The city was buzzing with pilgrims and tourists and the funky cafes and bars spilling with people and counters displaying their appetizing tapas.
By the time we had walked around the city centre checking out and planning what we might be seeing tomorrow we had clocked up 36kms for the day. We had booked an apartment close to the Cathedral and are taking “a rest day” tomorrow for sightseeing. In the meantime we have enjoyed doing our laundry oh such simple things in life!Læs mere
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Rejsende Brilliant 👏
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Rejsende Look at the thickness of those asparagus.
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Rejsende Stunning
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