Cold morning but a good breakfast in a nearby bar. Today was our last day walking and Brian an I decided to stick together and walk our own (snails pace). It was very misty all morning and even felt a rain drop or two. It cleared up beautifully and spirits were high and even though we had to grit our teeth the last couple of kilometers it was a very enjoyable day.
The Alberque had an adjoining bar and served food as well, we had a great evening celebrating our walking achievement 116.6 km in four days. After putting Joost and Brian to bed (1 bottle too many!) fell sound asleep myself.
The following morning there was a small incident with a jacket that was left in the bar but as there was also confusion about the bus timetable it was recovered before any doors had to be kicked in.
We took the bus to Zamora and the 3pm bus to Madrid, we stayed in a very reasonable hotel and then flew home on Saturday.
- Will I do this again? YES
- Will I be better prepaired? Yes but we only brought to much gear because it stayed dry
- Will I walk 42 km on the first day? NOOOO WAY! Plan it so you can do a few days sub 20 km in the first week and get properly 'acclimatized'
Joost and Rob!! Many Many thanks for your hospitality and allowing us to join you on your pilgrimage! We were in awe of your achievement and wish you the very best for the remaining 300km.
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