The Sun Also Rises in Burguete
On my second trip across the Pyrenees, I took the Valcarlos Route and had reservations for the night at the Hostel Burguete. Since crossing the...
Arrival In León
I am happy to report that my bag arrived in León! I was a little worried about what I might do if it got lost, but, no worries! So, tomorrow, the...
Over The Last Big Mountain
My walk up to O’Cebreiro marks my last day in the mountains. Tomorrow, I head downhill and then a pretty flat, easy five days into...
Burgos: Stepping Back Into Medieval Spain
One of the great treats of walking the Camino Francés is getting to visit four great gothic cathedrals: Pamplona, Burgos, León, and ultimately...
Free Wine? No Way! Yes, Way!
A stop at Irache is not only fun, but it’s one of those special places along the Camino Francés to look forward to. When here, you definitely...
Making Friends Along The Way
It’s already day or stage 10 along the Camino Francés and one now sees familiar faces throughout the day. Although I walk alone, one can’t help...
Pamplona – And That’s No Bull!
After three days of walking, I arrived at my first major city – Pamplona. Arriving in early May put me well before the craziness this city...
Characters Along The Way – Carrión’s Singing Nuns
Carrión de Los Condes was one of the few towns where I didn’t have a bed reservation. Few of the church run albergues take reservations....
Iconic Locations: Puente la Reina
A day’s walk out of Pamplona (about 24 km), we find ourselves in the lovely town of Puente la Reina. Right on the outskirts of town, we find...
Iconic Locations: Cruz de Ferro
The first three kilometers out of Foncebadón this morning put me at another of my Camino milestones – the Cruz de Ferro. The simple iron...