Leon to San Martin Del Camino

We were going to stay in Villdangos, but we did not like the Hostel, so we bailed and walked another 5k to La Huella which seems brand spanking new. We checked in, had a great menu del día, put theRead more
We were going to stay in Villdangos, but we did not like the Hostel, so we bailed and walked another 5k to La Huella which seems brand spanking new. We checked in, had a great menu del día, put theRead more
We made it to the city of Gaudi, Astorga, after our last full day on the Meseta. Viva la Meseta! Good food. Good chocolate. Exceptional architecture, and two very tired pilgrims keeping our promise toRead more
We loved the walk today because it was not flat and we could use different muscles. Foncebadon is a no-stop-sign town, last stop on the way to the famous Cruz de Hiero. BUT it has an amazing PizzaRead more
We climbed up in the dark of the morning enjoying the stars to the Cruz de Hierro and left the traditional stones. The rest of the day was spent navigating the loose shale stone decent into MolinaRead more
We took our time walking to Villafranca and it was cold and then sunny, but beautiful. Our route eventually took us through vineyards and the harvest was in process. I think we like walking throughRead more
Today we took an alternate route out of Villafranca to Pradela and on to Trabadelo to reconnect with the traditional Camino. It was a steep climb but the views were superb.
We ate breakfast at aRead more
Big climb today and the sharp drop after O Cebreiro. Walked almost the whole day in mist and rain. I’m sure we missed out on some fantastic views. Rain forecasted for tomorrow. Worried about theRead more
We left the albergue Atrio just after 7am and wished we had waited until daylight. No fun walking in the rain and the dark. But despite rain all day it was one of our most loved days on the Camino…Read more
Slow, nice walk today thanks to no rain and cooler temps. PortoMarin is a lovely city with a nice dinner time vibe. The trail was busier but not as much as we expected from earlier reports. WeRead more
Slow today due to my ankle but we made it. We slept in a casa rural called the Casa Roan 4K off the Camino. Fantastic!