Closed for the season., Portugal

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- Day 2
- Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at 5:43 PM
- 🌧 15 °C
- Altitude: 19 m
- Portugal Vila Franca de Xira 38.955059, -8.98651838°57’18” N 8°59’11” W
Closed for the season.
October 17, 2018 in Portugal ⋅ 🌧 15 °C
I had intended to stay at Alpriate but when I arrived I found the albergue had closed for the season. So I just kept walking. And then called Uber. Thank you Luis! With his help I made it to Vila Franca de Xira - where the first hostel was full, the second choice (a pensión) was closed but the third took me in. And has provided not only a bed (not a bunk) but also clean linen and towel and soap and washed my clothes - all for the princely sum of €15. Sharing a room with a very well travelled peregrina from Cataluña and another pilgrim yet to arrive.

Body tired but feeling OK. Freshly squeezed orange juice and pastel de nata were delicious.Read more
TravelerHi Jill Remember to always eat more than one. I love the photos and think the Portuguese have such a flair with colour. Such a welcome contrast to Sydney’s greys which I think are an acceptance of our pollution fallout. Walk strong and have fun.
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TravelerI’ll get tiles and paint for our house
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Laurie ReynoldsWell, I am sorry I told you that Alpriate would be open. That was the date I had been told. So sorry. Great pictures! Glad you are finding some companionship as well. Hugs.
10/17/18Reply
TravelerAn eventful first day . Love the colourful houses and the horses. Sounds like a few people on the Portuguese.
10/18/18Reply
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