We stepped off the camino for the first time yesterday, to catch a bus to Locarño, a bus ride of about 10 kilomters. Wendy was fighting a cold and feeling very tired. We took a hotel, Wendy slept, and I explored the major Rioja region city of apprxokmately 150,000 people. There were expansive walkways and sidestreets where cars could not travel. Saw a Michelangelo Pieta in one of the major churches. Also saw a monument to victims of the Madrid terrorist attack in 2006.
Wendy was feeling much better today after a day of rest. We walked 13 kilomters to Navarrete. We arrived about 11 a.m. and had a leisurely breakfast and snacks while waiting for the aubergue to open at 2 p.m. This centre is known for its pottery as well as the caves where its mushrooms and wines are stored. The weather has turned very pleasant in the past two days with highs in the low 20s. It has still been cooler for walking in the mornings, which is great. After walking, we can sit in the sun at the local bar and enjoy our coffee/tea.
Today we hit a total of 100 kilomters walked so far. We have met others who have walked much further, some of whom are doing 30 kilometers a day. They start later in the morning than we do, and tend to take several 45 or 60 minute breaks, arriving at their destination in the early evening. We think our pokey 20 kilomters a day that has us finished by 1 p.m. gives us time to explore the towns and rest our bodies for the next day.
We have had several requests for photographs on our site. Unfortunately, we are dependent on using internet cafes that do not allow us to hook up our camera and download photos. However, upon our return, we would be pleased to show a sensible number of slides to any and all who are interested.
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