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Traveler Camino
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- Jun 14, 2023, 9:50pm
- ⛅ 21 °C
- Altitude: 847 m
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.599442, -5.56973542°35’58” N 5°34’11” W
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Day 22, Bercianos to Mansilla
June 14, 2023 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
I think this counts as my most challenging day yet. I went to sleep early but was really not well during the night and had to do a number of emergency trips to the bathroom - not ideal
In any circumstances but especially awkward when you are sleeping in a dormitory full of strangers. One of my roommates, Pearl, told me she didn’t hear anything and I do hope she wasn’t just being polite.
I’d arranged to meet Nick, Paul and Mike (Pearl came too) at 6.30 so was up early but threw up before I left and once, embarrassingly, on the road.
The team were absolutely lovely and Mike, who was walking with me at the time of my embarrassment, was an absolute gentleman for the rest of the walk. His conversation kept me going. Two Italian men who were passing at the time were also extremely solicitous. They were trying to offer advice but we were struggling to understand each other. They walked on a bit and then returned with a paragraph on Google translate with their suggestions.
Despite feeling a bit wobbly I managed to walk the 27 kms to Mansilla de las Mulas. There didn’t seem to be a lot of choice but to keep walking because we were in the middle of nowhere and I knew I didn’t want to stay there.
I was hugely relieved to arrive in Mansilla but as soon as we got there Nick found out that there was a bus to Leon in 10 minutes (and several hours before the next one) so I didn’t have time to see Fiona before I moved on.
Rachel joined us in taking the bus but Fiona wanted to stay to swim at Mansilla. And unlike the rest of us, she does not want to cheat by skipping the harsh walk along the highway into the city.
In Leon I checked into my lovely room and slept for ages while half listening to the Archers omnibus. In the evening I got up, had a bath and met the others. I felt a lot better. However I decided to play it safe tonight so left them to eat without me and went to a supermarket where I got myself bread, cheese, a banana and a coke for dinner. There’s lots of life in the street below me and Leon seems a lovely city - I’m hoping to be on top form tomorrow when Fiona arrives.Read more
Traveler So glad you’ve arrived safely. What a horrible thing to have been so unwell on the road. Hope you recuperate in Leon. I remember sitting in gloom on the kerb at the bus station waiting for connecting bus for hours with fretful T and J in pushchair.
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Traveler Peter says oh but the cathedral was lovely. Hope you can get some good food and sleep xxx
6/14/23Reply
Traveler Oh, Caroline, how amazing that you walked 27km when you were so unwell. Well done! I hope that you feel much, much better tomorrow.
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Traveler Camino de Santiago
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- Oct 8, 2022, 11:48am
- ⛅ 17 °C
- Altitude: 837 m
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.598333, -5.56542°35’54” N 5°33’54” W
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Stage 24: Reliegos-León
October 8, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
6 km/ 3.6 miles on foot, 20km/12.4 miles by taxi, 53°-65°
Gimped the 6 km into Mansilla de las Mulas this morning, where I found coffee, food, an ATM, a pharmacy and a taxi to León, in that order. The wonderful pharmacist fitted me with a slip on ankle compression sleeve and some ibuprofen topical gel. I now have the hope of actually completing the Camino.
I found out the bus to León wouldn't run till 4:19 pm so sprung for a taxi. Arrived to a bustling León with everyone out strolling, visiting and sitting in cafes. Toured the awesome cathedral, perused a medieval craft fair and now am treating myself to lunch on the Plaza Regla with a fantastic view of the cathedral. Will check into my hotel at 3:00 pm.
Addendum: Discovered the reason the only room I could find in León was in a 4 star hotel was because their big autumn festival dedicated to the lesser known Saint Froilán is in progress, ending tomorrow. There will be live music tonight in Plaza Mayor, right outside this hotel. Party!Read more
John Esler Now that’s what we Aussies call slumming it in style.
10/8/22Reply
Traveler Gorgeous cathedral
10/8/22Reply
Traveler Wow gorgeous
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Traveler Jakobsweg 2022
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- Oct 3, 2022, 10:00am
- ☀️ 12 °C
- Altitude: 850 m
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.598819, -5.56746842°35’56” N 5°34’3” W
Day 22
Etappe 18 - Leon, Stadtrundgang 1
October 3, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 12 °C
Gut ausgeruht geht es heute auf Erkundung durch die Stadt.
Frühstück gab es in der Nähe der Kathedrale. Dabei konnte ich die Vereidigung junger Rekruten zur Guardia Civil beobachten.
In Leon werde ich außer der Kathedrale kein weiteres Museum besuchen - ich möchte das Flair und die Ausstrahlung der Stadt und ihrer Menschen auf mich wirken lassen. Beim Barbier habe ich heute mal begonnen.
Sitze jetzt bei Tinto de ferrano und Café con letche über der Planung der nächsten Etappen und eventuell der Übernachtungen. Habe keine Lust in den Run auf Betten in den kommenden Tagen wieder zu verfallen. Drei Auberges sind somit erstmal gebucht. Danach sehen wir weiter.Read more
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Traveler Adventure on Camino Francis
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- Oct 2, 2022, 10:08pm
- ⛅ 14 °C
- Altitude: 855 m
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.598789, -5.56827442°35’56” N 5°34’6” W
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Day 33
Leon
October 2, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Days 28 and 29 - Leon. I can’t decide which town I like more - Burgos or Leon! There is a 7 day festival going on to celebrate the patron Saint of Leon. My hostel is right on the main street through town and all day there are parades going past my balcony and all night people are partying - loudly! I feel that the Spanish don’t care about money and work - they make sure they have fun, and I really like that about them.
The cathedral in Leon is absolutely spectacular! From the outside it looks beautiful and on the inside it is breathtaking. There are stained glass windows all around at three levels. And what’s amazing is that from the outside the stained glass windows are not at all obvious.
The other really nice experience was the Casa Botines designed by Antoni Gaudi in 1892. It now houses the Gaudi Casa Botines Museum - devoted to the architecture and construction of the Casa Boutines as well as some history around Gaudi and his works. I never realized what an architectural genius he was and how prolific.Read more
Traveler Would be more interesting as a baraat with a few mods.
10/2/22Reply
Traveler That got interesting quickly.
10/2/22Reply
Traveler The stained glass is quite something!
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Traveler Camino Frances 2022
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- Sep 28, 2022, 8:48pm
- ☁️ 55 °F
- Altitude: 2,779 ft
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.599438, -5.56966742°35’58” N 5°34’11” W
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León
September 28, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 55 °F
Today we took a bus to León. This moved us 95km ahead. Hopefully this will allow me to finish on time for my flight home.
After finding the place we are staying, we had lunch and then went exploring.
First up was the Cathedral de León. Built in the 13th century with Gothic style. Apparently, this style used lighter materials which allowed for more windows. Boy did they deliver!
After the Cathedral, we visted the Basílica de San Isidoro. Then there was a lot of walking around.Read more
Traveler I have been catching up on your BEAUTIFUL trip today! Hang in there, you are doing great! Love all your pictures…but miss you!
9/28/22Reply
Traveler That place looks incredible. I'll bet the pictures don't do justice to how it looks in person.
9/28/22Reply
Traveler They definitely don't. This place was magnificent.
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Traveler Terry’s 2019 Camino
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- Sep 28, 2019, 9:12am
- ⛅ 10 °C
- Altitude: 850 m
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.59877, -5.56736342°35’56” N 5°34’3” W
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Mansilla de la Mulas To León
September 28, 2019 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
Another day of great weather. We made it to the great city of Leon. I registered at my albergue, shortly after 1:00 pm. It is another parochial one. Just 6 euro includes breakfast! We are inside the old walled city.

León will represent a turning point for me. I have decided to leave the familiar overcrowded Camino Frances, and start the Camino San Salvador. It starts in León, and continues north to a cathedral in Oviedo where I will receive a compestella document for this Camino. It is a logical extension of the Camino de Madrid/Camino Frances combination. This made more sense for me, as I already have 3 from Santiago. My Aussie friend Paul, is going to complete the Frances, as it is flatter . He feels that the hills of the San Salvador would be too much for his knees.

So I start the San Salvador tomorrow. It has some great mountain views, hilly terrain, and lots of brooooootal. Should be good!Read more
Traveler Beautiful!
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Traveler Looking forward to hearing about your San Salvador! I believe Oviedo is where the Primativo starts. John and I would love to walk that one with our daughter one of these years. Bid adieu to Paul for us. Buen Camino!
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Traveler WOW, populated! with shops! Looks beautiful.
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Traveler Camino 2023
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- Oct 16, 2023, 10:36am
- ☁️ 55 °F
- Altitude: 2,772 ft
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.599168, -5.56993842°35’57” N 5°34’12” W
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Day 25 Leon
October 16, 2023 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 55 °F
It was a cool day and it drizzled off and on most of the day, not ideal for sightseeing. I had a bittersweet reunion with my newfound friends from Spain. We visited a couple churches together and then we had to say good-bye. They were ending their journey here in Leon. Like many Europeans they do the Camino in segments over multiple visits/years... they don't have to travel as far, so it is easier to do. Maria wants to join Randy and I when we do the Portuguese Camino. I took a long walk along the Rio Bemesga and stopped for a delicious treat at one of the many pastry shops in the city.Read more
Traveler Awesome to meet new friends.
10/15/23Reply
Traveler Beautiful pictures!
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Traveler Compostelle 2023
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- May 23, 2023, 2:14pm
- ⛅ 20 °C
- Altitude: 843 m
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.598801, -5.56733342°35’56” N 5°34’2” W
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Promenade reposante à León, Espagne
May 23, 2023 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Belle journée qui fait du bien au corps.
On a visité la Cathédrale Santa Maria de León aussi surnommée « Pulchra leonina ». Un bâtiment impressionnant par son architecture Gothique, construite entre le milieu du xiiie et la fin du xive siècle. Un détail intéressant : l’orientation des vitraux (à l’Est) oriente la lumière version le Christ (vers l’hôtel). Tout à été bien pensé car les vitraux de la section du nord sont plus foncés. Bref beaucoup de chose à découvrir (photos).

Visite : La casa Botines ou casa Fernández, architecte: Antoni Gaudí. J’aurais aimé visité cette ouvre d’architecture et ils sont fermés, c’est décevant et en même, aucun contrôle sur ça. Barcelone demeure un plan B pour le futur.
Demain une belle rando de 27 km.
On s’approche de Santiago, l’étape ultime (14 étapes à faire).

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Traveler 😯
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Traveler Toujours aussi majestueuses ces structures gothiques !!!
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Traveler Félicitations🤣
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Barb and Alan Camino de Santiago
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- Jul 13, 2018, 3:52pm
- ☀️ 82 °F
- Altitude: 2,769 ft
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.598494, -5.56930442°35’55” N 5°34’9” W
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Leon #2
July 13, 2018 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F
We toured the Cathedral de Santa Maria de Regla this morning and once again we were in awe. The stained glass!!!!! Wow 😮Almost all of the cathedral was built between 1205 - 1301, the north tower and cloister were built in 14th-century, and the south tower completed in 1472...majestic!

We also indulged in fresh churros dipped in chocolate, bought me a new shirt to replace the one I forgot in the last town, and then found some Jif peanut butter for Alan at a store called Taste of America, but it was ridiculously expensive. So, Alan left it on the shelf and settled for a Baby Ruth bar. I also grabbed my first Diet Pepsi of this trip and some Bazooka bubble gum 😀.

Now, our rest day is done, our packs are ready to go, and tomorrow we continue on. We only have two more weeks of walking to go, and we are excited to start seeing some different types of landscapes.Read more
Traveler Oh the willpower of leaving the JIF on the shelf! Peanut butter is my weakness 🤪
7/14/18Reply
that!
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This over peanutbutter anyday!
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Helene Rimberg The Grand Adventure
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- Oct 20, 2023
- 🌬 12 °C
- Altitude: 848 m
- Spain León Parque Del Cid Campeador 42.60231, -5.57058842°36’8” N 5°34’14” W
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Battling the wind
October 20, 2023 in Spain ⋅ 🌬 12 °C
Early departure as hostel has an 8 am check-our. As we drink coffee in the cafe, learn that torrential rain hit all across Spain - knocking out train services. Our power to bring the rain is quite impressive. Sunny and very cold. Slow but steady progress towards Leon. Incredible straight road and rather boring scenery. Confirms our plan to leave the Camino. Check in to pleasant hostel and explore a bit. Nice chicken dinnerRead more
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