Today is Monday, September 19. We spent last night in the public albuergue in Perriños. We´ve altered our route a bit to try and cut out the 19 mile day by breaking up the mileage a bit more. Yesterday, Sunday, many of the businesses in Spain were closed. We did find a restaurant that was open with one guy who was cooking, waiting tables, serving the food all by himself! A very talented guy. This morning we left Perriños to walk to Redondela. We left at 7:10am and walked up some very steep hills but managed to get to Redondela by about 10:45am. We found a coffee shop, had cafe con leche, an empeñada, and the most wonderful eclair. Then we set off to find an internet cafe and ended up in the Library. The albuergue opens at 1:00pm whereby we will shower, wash our clothes in the laundry sink, hang it to dry and soak our feet. We´ve only had a mishap or two but are constantly bothered by sore feet and knees. Once you go up the mountain the coming down can be pretty harsh on the feet and legs. The sites in Spain aren´t nearly as beautiful as they were in Portugal. It is clear to see there is more wealth in Spain. We are officially 8 days into our journey with only four more until we reach Santiago.
We ran into Beatrix, Ecluid, Christina and Estevan (we dined with them at Casa de. Fernanda) last night in the albuergue. It´s like meeting old friends again.
So far we´ve had one teammate fall and scrape himself up, one fall and bang herself up, and one with the biggest blister I´ve ever seen in my life. For eight days into the journey I can honestly say that we have faired fairly well.
Looking forward to seeing you all soon.
Sounds like you have a little time to relax, put your feet up, and enjoy the sights and local culture. Good food too?
ReplyDeleteSo good to hear all of your adventures :) Hopefully you haven't had any scrapes or blisters! Missing you friend! Stay well and have fun. Are you taking lots of pictures? - XXOO
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