Depart Time: 8:10 Temp: 42F RH: 75%
Walked: 3.6 mi. Camino 2024: 184 mi.
Leaving our hostal, the path was level for the first time since entering Rabanal yesterday. However, in just a few minutes, that same path began a steep ascent of nearly 1000 ft. that continued for the entire 3 mile walk to Foncebadon, near the high point of the Camino Frances at 4918 ft.
A few minutes into the walk we looked back at sun rise, which was beginning to warm the 42F morning air.
From the very beginning of our Camino Frances experiences, we have sensed the mystery and the spiritual presence that exists here. After looking back at the sunrise, we looked forward and up into the beaufiful blue sky and saw this….
…. then this…
…. then this…
… and once again on the Camino France, we sensed a presence and a special feeling that reminded us of one of the reasons we keep coming back.
The following photos show the terrain and scenery of our 3 mile walk:
The food of El Trasgu’s Italian owner and chef comes highly recommended, so we gave it our test. It exceeded all of our expectations.
Today was a really nice day. The walk was an uphill challenge but not too long to be overwhelming. We experienced a very nice accommodation in this hamlet of only 8 permanent residents. And it became an additional, notable culinary experience for us on the Camino Frances and especially, Camino 2024.
The view this afternoon from the recently paved street in front of Pencion El Trasgu looking back from the top of the Camino.
Jimandi 