Today we challenge the mountain on horseback. We had breakfast at the alburgue, one of the few to offer cereal as a choice, and packed our bags to be transported to Triacastella. All three packs go today as you are not meant to take them on the horses. We gathered at El Paso, Victor's place, while he fed and prepared our mounts. Mine was a fine looking white mare, placid and well versed in the route. These horses knew their way and could pick a path through the sometimes rocky steep path. Victor walked ( that gives you an idea of our speed) and met a friend half way up who helped him lead the horses back down the mountain at great speed, riding and leading one each. We were momentarily the kings of the mountain
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