It’s the town called Three Castles that has no castles. That’s where we ended our day. Sadly, the castles didn’t cross the journey through the years. They are long gone.
We started at 7:24am today. Only a few minutes of near darkness. We only had about 21.5 kms to go. My step count says less for the first time ever!
We are lying in our bed after having the best Menu del Dia in all of my Caminos! This albergue, Pension Casa Simón, is absolutely beautiful. We booked breakfast for tomorrow for €8. Fried eggs and the works. Communal table. Can’t wait! This place is huge. We’re on the second floor. If you know anything about Europe, you know that’s actually the 3rd floor. First floor is zero here. The pension is literally right beside the church. The yard you can use for hanging laundry is directly across from the church.
We’re very happy here.
I said something about food, right? Best meal ever.
Do yourself a favour and eat your meal at Restaurante Esther. So good! The Caldo Galego is the best! We had the Menu del Dia and we both chose the Caldo Galego and the chorizo sausage. So so good! They brought a huge bowl of soup with a ladle. It was enough for 2 bowls for Michael and 3 bowls for me. He loves me! The chorizo was incredible, as were the fries. I had my first Tarta de Santiago of this trip. So simple and delicious! 😊Michael got the O Cebriero cheese with honey.
Oh. And I guess I should say we walked today!! Just a couple pics of the Way today. I took lots and lots, but I’m so tired I want to end this blog post. This black cat followed us for about 2 or 3 kms first thing in the morning.
We got to see the wind blown man statue at Alto Do San Rogue. I am so incredibly blessed.
In 2014 when I was there with our large group led by Sue Kenney, it was raining, it was cold, it was foggy. One of our group, Connie, went the wrong way and almost disappeared into a huge heavy fog bank. We saw her just in time to call her back to the fold. I fell in love with Connie on the Camino. I knew we were going to be lifelong friends. Sadly, she died the next year. Such a beautiful soul.
After the windblown pilgrim, we hit quite a few little towns today. We were fortunate enough to see 14 horses pass us by. Gorgeous creatures.
I asked Michael to smile like he was having fun. Here’s the result of my request…
We stopped at a few places, but I have to mention my favourite albergue on the Camino. ALBERGUE A REBOLEIRA. Angela, who ran it when I stayed there in 2014 and 2019, is so lovely. She’s staying in Vigo now, and travelling. I met her son and passed on my best wishes to Angela. He was so nice. Stay here, if it works with your itinerary. Her son took over after she retired. He’s running it as she would… as lovely as always. Book it!
After Fonfría, we passed through another couple of towns before making it to Triacastela. One thing I want to mention about coming into Triacastela is the tree in Ramil! The Castiñeira de Ramil tree in Ramil, just outside of Triacastela. This tree is over 800 years old, with some estimates placing it up to 850 years old. The perimeter of the trunk is approximately nine meters. Touching it has to be good luck, right?! I made Michael touch it and pose for a pic. Beautiful!
Then… Blah, blah, blah… we were in Triacastela!
It’s bedtime, peregrinos! 5:36pm.
Buen Camino! Sarria is where we walk to tomorrow. The starting point for those who wish to receive the Compostela in Santiago de Compostela. You must walk at least 100km… and Sarria is the place to start if you are going to walk the least amount to receive it.
Buen Camino!!!
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