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- Jun 9, 2024, 12:27 PM
- ☁️ 17 °C
- Altitude: 20 m
- SpainBasque CountryGetariaPlaya de Malkorbe Hondartza43°18’2” N 2°12’5” W
Day 49 - Orio to Getaria
June 9 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
Simon got up very determined about his eggs for breakfast- I think our hosts were quite amused but could see he meant business 😂
We had a short walk today so weren’t in a major rush to leave and managed to get to the tourist office for our credentials to be stamped.
The day was once again overcast with the threat of rain. However we went be with the be bold and start off cold attitude and kept those ponchos in their pouches.
We followed the coast out of town and saw lots of energetic teenagers either rowing, running or cycling around.
The route then took us up over the headland, quite a steep trek with vines and a big camping vibe. A little ant dog started chasing Simon and nipping at his heels, he resisted the temptation to squish it as could have caused an uproar!!
Then it was down into Zarautz a buzzing seaside town with lovely boulevards and beaches. A Mecca for the surfers.
After this we hugged the coast for around 4km to our stop for today Getaria, a fish lovers paradise.
On the approach we were greeted by an American we had spoken with yesterday. She was a jolly pilgrim who had done a number of Caminos. We discussed the late timings of dinners issue. It was causing her lots of indigestion problems!!
We continued into town on our lunch quest only to be hailed by our hosts from last night.
The lunch time crush was upon us and Simon grabbed the last available table. Unfortunately it started raining and we were at the end of the awning so raincoats and ponchos had to put in an appearance.
The waitress initially seemed a little brusque but then came up trumps with an English translation of the menu 🙌. We have been trying out our Basque speaking so when I went to order she seemed to warm to us 👍
She was concerned about us getting wet and helped to move us into a slightly drier spot.
We ordered a selection of the tapas - on the whole minus the bread with some of the local wine that our host had recommended and had a great lunch.
We then headed off to find our room around the corner - it’s very swish, the kind of room you don’t want to leave- overlooking the church and the old town alleys.
After a power shower and rest we went on a wander around the harbour - reminding us of many an evening stroll in port st Mary, or a Greek island.
Bought some cakes on the way back for supper in the room.
Now preparing for 20 km tomorrow 👣👣👣. Adios Amigos 👋Read more
Traveler Looks amazing. Have you been in the sea yet?
Traveler Sadly no - been far too chilly 🥶