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    1Sunrise at O'Cebreiro
    1Sunrise at O'CebreiroA palloza in O'CebreiroChurch in O'Cebreiro that is also where a priest who came up with yellow arrow waymarker is buriedPilgrims watching the sunrise before hitting the trailPilgrim statue--with graffiti, natchThe pilgrim statue's feet, made more realistic by recent pilgrimsPhoto of MB, Barb and me, courtesy of MonikaOur usual rest stop before walking the final 5k. This one with an especially nice view.Stop already with the beautiful scenery!A shady walk heading into Triacastela

    Walk to Triacastela

    Oct 9–10, 2023 in Spain

    At the risk of being boringly redundant, today was another beautiful walk. Nothing super steep, plenty of cows grazing on stunning pastures, and a good amount of shade to keep things comfortable.

    More people on the path today, a preview of our final legs as many Camino walkers opt to start in Sarria, which is tomorrow's destination. (You have to walk at least from Sarria to receive a Compostela.) We are bracing for crowded, less peaceful trails and training our brains not to judge these strange newcomers as party-crashers.

    Did not sleep well last night as our hotel was on a road that 18-wheelers barrelled down at all hours. So we filled up at *linner* today and plan to turn in early.    Read more