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Adios Triacastela – El Camino Day 20

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A group of five people smiling and enjoying a meal together at a table, with empty glasses and a plate showcasing remnants of food. The background features a forest-themed decor.
Looking fab at dinner
A narrow street in a quaint village with a sign for an albergue and pension, showcasing a rustic building with a wooden door and planters at the entrance.
Leaving the hotel this morning

We had a fun night last night with some fellow pilgrims again. We’ve been meeting this bunch a bit as we all start finishing our Camino.

A winding road through a misty landscape, with fog covering the hills and a hint of orange in the sky as the sun rises.
Leaving town this morning

The hotel we stayed at in Triacastela was also and albergue so it had a mix of accommodations. We didn’t stay in the dorm, a twin share room for us.

After a horrible breakfast of toast with juice and coffee we set out. I’m craving a milky cereal breakfast at the moment. Although, as we’ve been walking I’ve found that the best breakfast that lasts the day is eggs and bacon. I can last the day on that with maybe a piece of chocolate as a snack throughout the walk then a pilgrims meal for dinner. Even though this hotel had a terrible breakfast they did serve the best pilgrims menu I’ve had so far. There have been some shockers. Last night’s was a decent meal with decent portions.

A winding path through a forest with lush greenery and fallen leaves lining the sides.
An uphill start
A winding dirt road surrounded by trees and greenery, with a small stream along the side and fallen leaves on the path.
Picturesque enough
A scenic rural road lined with stone structures and surrounded by autumn foliage, under a partly cloudy sky.
Some farm houses
A cobblestone pathway winding past rustic stone buildings, with patches of greenery and a clear blue sky above.
Path goes right past this persons door

It turned out to be a really good morning weather wise. As we climbed the mist got thinner and thinner and the sun began to shine through.

A narrow path lined with trees, covered in fallen leaves, with a mossy stone wall and fence in the background.
Heading upwards
A scenic path surrounded by trees and moss-covered stone walls, with sunlight filtering through the branches.
And looking back
A scenic view of a lush green field surrounded by trees with autumn foliage under a blue sky.
Lovely farmland scenery, hard to believe it’s winter
A scenic view of a winding country road surrounded by trees with autumn foliage and a clear blue sky.
We get to the top and walk along bitumen for a little while
A scenic view of rolling hills and trees under a clear blue sky, showcasing the vibrant fall foliage and a peaceful landscape.
Such a lovely day

We passed some motorcycle riders, the off road sort here out for a days ride. Or should I say they passed us at some high speeds? They would’ve had a good day for it. Plenty of tracks to ride on.

A winding road surrounded by lush green fields and trees, with a backdrop of distant mountains under a clear blue sky.
Sun and blue sky, can’t complain
A winding forest path covered with fallen leaves, flanked by lush greenery and trees in autumn colors.
Off road for us now
A stone signpost with a yellow shell symbol and an arrow pointing right, indicating the distance of 126 kilometers to Santiago de Compostela, surrounded by greenery.
Galician Camino signpost

A Galician Camino Signpost.

These posts are placed whenever there is a junction in the current province we’re in, Galicia. It has the distance in metres to Santiago.

A scenic view of a country road winding through lush green fields, with trees lining the path and a cow grazing peacefully in the distance under a clear blue sky.
Have a cow!
Scenic dirt path lined with trees and greenery under a clear blue sky.
The mist in the valley ahead

We pass through a few more fresh smelling farm villages and a lot of luscious green farm fields. In the valley not far from here we could see the mist we were soon to descend into.

A foggy road scenery with a curved path alongside a tree line, hinting at clearer skies in the background.
We’re heading down into the mist here
A misty forest path surrounded by ferns and trees, with sunlight breaking through the fog.
The light began to change once more

This was really strange going from sunlight and down into the valley where we were once again shrouded in mist.

A foggy rural road lined with sparse trees and a stone wall, creating a serene countryside atmosphere.
We continue through more farmland and mist
A misty path alongside a road in Galician countryside, with trees lining the path and a fog covering the fields in the background.
Path now follows the road
A scenic view of a countryside road alongside a dirt path, bordered by trees with autumn foliage and rolling green fields in the background, partially shrouded in mist.
Path into town

The fog is lifting once again as we walk into town. The farmland and the luscious greenery continues. We are at a casual pace here soaking up the sun’s warmth. It really was quite pleasant. Sarria can just be seen on the horizon line.

A scenic path lined with grassy areas and trees, leading toward a road in a foggy landscape.
Exterior view of a stone church with a clock tower against a blue sky.
A panoramic view of a city with a mix of buildings and trees, under a clear blue sky and a hint of mist in the distance.

The church of Sarria and the view of Sarria from the hill.

When we arrived in town most shops were shut as it’s a Sunday. Most albergue and hotels seem dormant for the winter months too. We walked around looking for a Mass this evening but couldn’t find any. We were also looking for food as we were famished from our lousy breakfast. We came back to the hotel for a meal as that seems to be the only thing open and we actually had a decent meal.

All in all a good and pleasant days walking.

Time to chill out now.

For stats and a map of today’s walk you’ll find them below.

Buen Camino. 😊

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