The Geezers had to gain some time, and I was still feeling ambivalent about this Camino, so I took the opportunity to solve one of the awkward accommodation stages (i e. having to detour to get accommodation). I jumped ahead with them by taxi, to arrive in a town with good transportation links so I…

I took a day off in A Rua, and found it quite dissatisfying. I knew that some other pilgrims from the forum (aka “the Geezers”) were due in town and was hoping to hear from them. I just finished a mid-day meal when into the restaurant they walked. That cheered me up and we made…

That walking distance included about 8 km walking around towns and backtracking segments! Some photos of the walking path… I thought I would stop in O Barco de Valdeorras. But I got there well before noon and didn’t know quite what to do with myself. It is a pretty town and the locals were going…

I am quite satisfied with my day. 20 km is modest, but I think I have only walked that distance one other time in 2.5 years. And it is 32°C. Luckily it has been overcast all day so I haven’t had the sun beating down on me. It is getting more humid – possibly thunderstorms…

I knew I had a leisurely walk for today – to reach the last of my reserved accommodation. My feet are doing well and my confidence is increasing, so tomorrow I might just wing it and walk further. My only concern is if temperatures go much above 30°C. I see those temps in the forecast…

That’s about 3 km more than the guides say, but I’ve decided to give my own distance, when I measure it. I took my time getting started, and took my time en route, because my AirBnB host (Guty) wasn’t available until 3:30 pm. So, I literally stopped to smell numerous roses and look at flowers,…