Tag Archives: Via de la Plata

Our first visit on our second day in Mérida was to the National Museum of Roman Art. An incredible building filled with an extraordinary amount of exhibits. We then walked along the Puente Romano and sat and people (and turtle) … Continue reading →

Well dear readers, we are no longer pilgrims. Nina still had issues with her feet yesterday and didn’t want to walk the 27 km today to Torremejía. We talked about her getting transport to the end of the stage and … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 120 m Elevation loss 166 m Total distance walked 322 km I hit a dirt track immediately on leaving the village which is good, but am immediately bombarded with pig smell which is not so good. Well, I … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 223 m Elevation loss 351 m Total distance walked 303 km The exit from town is short and I’m soon on a quiet road alongside an olive grove. There are oak trees covering the hills in the distance. … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 258 m Elevation loss 256 m Total distance walked 275.5 km Gripe of the day – our accommodation last night was fine, but …there were thick plastic mattress protectors which were absolutely not fine. I don’t think I … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 566 m Elevation loss 438 m Total distance walked 260.5 km It rained in great style last evening, just as we left the accommodation to find a much desired glass of wine the sky is opened and we … Continue reading →

Albergue whinge – we stayed at the Albergue Luz del Camino in Guillena last night. The host was very welcoming but the albergue left a lot to be desired in my opinion. We were allocated a room with three bunk … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 24 m Elevation loss 19 m Total distance walked 212.5 km We were serenaded last night and this morning by the spotless starling – what a strong and beautiful song – apparently they are good mimics. I hadn’t … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 79 m Elevation loss 136 m Total distance walked 187 km When I peep out the door 10 minutes before our arranged taxi time he is already there, so we grab our stuff and leave the house. I’m … Continue reading →

Electricity came on at 05:09 and I immediately plugged in my devices. I had left the light in my room switched on so I knew immediately it happened.  I didn’t get any useful signal on my phone until close to … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 600 m Elevation loss 759 m Total distance 140 km There’s a strong cool breeze on leaving town this morning. The views on the way out are absolutely spectacular – huge cliffs rising from green pastureland   The … Continue reading →

Elevation gain 735 m Elevation loss 554 m Total distance 110 km We find a different path to exit the village which has a ridiculously steep descent. After passing by a herd of sheep on their way to graze the … Continue reading →