Day 15, 8th October, 2014: Hornillos del Camino to Castrojeriz, 20.2 kms
October 8th 2014 We rose a little late today. I was awake early, but out of respect for other sleepers you can't just turn on the light. Using a small torch is OK but before leaving it is good to have a thorough look for anything forgotten. We ate breakfast at the Alburgue and hit the road at about 8.30.
Feeling good, we made good time despite there being a long steady climb back up to the meseta. Many people w
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