Blogs from Galicia, Spain, Europe - page 74

Santiago de Compostela (Day 8) Camino Portugues from Caldas de Rey to Padron (20km) Caldas de Rey - Padron (20km) Woke at 4am but had the best sleep so far in the trip. Then rested until 6am and headed off be 6.30am while still dark. We left out backpacks outside the cafe to let others know where we were. We had toast and coffee. Photo with 'Franco' at doorway as well as many along the way with lovely tranquil scenery of the countryside. Lovely trees, ferns, moss, small amount of flowers and many areas of rural lands with corn and vines along gentle undulating slopes. Only walked along small amount of asphalt areas and managed to take several photos of locals at work and in the streets. A very old lady sitting on a low stool ... read more

Santiago de Compostela (Day 6) Camino Portugues from Redondela to Pontevedra (18km) I continue with my camino journal notes and photos for those who are interested. Redondela - Pontevedra (18km) ? Wed 4th August 2004 I had a good night's sleep/rest even though we did not end up getting much ventilation. Two walkers got up at 5am and by 0550 we stated our walk in darkness using our torches. By 0700 we started having some daylight and later a good amount of cloud with slight rain. We climbed a decent ascent to view Redondela while the town still had its night lights and reflections in the River de Vigo waters. (Photo). The sea enters the town areas where they cultivate 'mejillones' or oysters. Descending trail took us to Arcade where we breakfasted - hot milk with ... read more