DAY 2. A DAY OF BRIDGES

We  met up with a Brit named Peter who later introduced us to a young American named Dylon.  Both were interesting and fun drinking companions.  We also ate dinner together and laughed into the night.  Thanks to Peter for giving me some blister protection tape.  I used it today and it was a big help.

Sleeping in the Albergue was an experience.  Vicky was the only female in the room.  Lots of snoring and I had trouble falling asleep.  The two Spanish men were big snorers, but Vicky definitely prove she was a contender.  I woke up a 4:30 am to the same harmony.  Vic said that I too was snoring in the early morning.

I miscalculated our mileage yesterday.  We walked 25 Kms which is 15.3 miles.  Our feet were sore so we  decided we would only walk 14 Kms.  Three of the Albergues listed in the directory are closed until Easter week so we were forced to walk all the way to Estella.  We walked 22 Kms or 13.4 miles.  Our feet are killing us.  I couldn't bear the thought of spending tonight in an Albergue so we are spending a night in a 4 star hotel; 90 euros per night.  We can' t make a habit of that.  I must confess I don't have any remorse about staying here tonight.

In addition, since it was Sunday, we weren't able to find lunch until 3 pm.  We have to have a better plan for Sundays.

The walking today was very difficult due to the number of hard surfaces.  The pain of the walk was offset by the beauty of the rivers and bridges we crossed.   We also walked the old Roman road which was both exhilarating and agonizing.  We also crossed bridges from Roman days and the Middle Ages.  We walked most of the day with our speedy German lady named Christa.  She is walking the Camino alone.  She is a good walking mate.  She will probably out walk us tomorrow so to her we say Buen Camino.