Day 8: Logroño to Najera Running on pure pilgrim power, I stumbled on. – Tim Moore Marilee from Colorado, and I begin our day very early since we can navigate through the Logroño city lights. Knowing it is going to be another long day’s walk, we decide to depart early and get a head start. We are always […]
Day 7: Camino Moments
Day 7: Los Arcos to Logroño Each day I walked into a new world. Although my day was filled with repetition, new experiences were revealed in every moment. – Michelle Lessard Today’s journey offers over 28 kilometers (17.5 miles) of many challenging steep hills, and the trip will likely take us almost eight hours. It is a challenging day; not because of […]
Day 4: Just Breathe & Smell the Roses
Day 4: Cizur Menor to Puente la Reina Be fully present here. – Matthew Fox We left town around 7:45 am and headed to the mountain. The sunrise is absolutely stunning as we walk up country roads passing farms that have completed their fall harvest. The aging sunflowers appear to bow in reverence to the pilgrims as they walk by. […]
Day 3: Camino’s Sense of Simplicity
Day 3: Larrasoaña to Cizur Menor (via Pamplona) Walking with simplicity, meant that one’s mind was clear, open and receptive. – Judy Foxx After splurging on a room for myself and sleeping 8 1/2 hours, I feel like a NEW woman! My aches have settled and my energy is now restored. My private room also includes a fantastic breakfast […]
Day 2: I will Survive!
Day 2: Roncesvalles to Larrasoaña There is a crisp sound of progress with each step. – Andrea Kirby I wake up in the Roncesvalles alburgue at 6:30 am to beautiful angelic music playing from the DVD player. I lay in my bunk, exhausted from no sleep due to the snoring and lack of earplugs, but smile knowing I am now […]