Sarria

A gentle walk of 15km from Samos to Sarria.  Overcast skies kept the temperature cool.  A lovely first day walking along the river Sarria.  

Samos

We are taking a rest day in Samos today.  So i took the tour of the Benedictine monastery here.  The little chapel has a 1000 year old cypress tree beside it.  It's lovely to have a chance to pray and soak in some peace before the Walk begins. 

Arrived

We took a nice charter bus from Madrid up to Samos.  Beautiful day for a drive across Spain.  Arrived about 9pm in time for dinner.  A good travel day with a rest day here tomorrow to explore the monastery.  

Another Walk

Made it to the gate in Atlanta for another trip to Spain.  Taking a group from the parish on Camino.  Half of the group is on this flight; we will meet the other half in Madrid.  Buen Camino!

Visits

On the quiet day, I took the time to visit the Tower of Hercules, a first century Roman lighthouse that is still operational.   In the stroll around the Old Town, I discovered a Poor Clare monastery with Perpetual Adoration and a cookie business.  

A Coruna

Made the last walk today and landed in A Coruna, the beginning of the Camino Ingles.  Another beautiful day.  This is a gorgeous coastal city where many begin their Walk and I have finished this one at the Church of St. James. 

Walking back

After a lovely rest day yesterday in Santiago,  I went by the Cathedral to say farewell before walking the 16km to Sigueiro.  Taking the time this week to walk the Camino Ingles up to A Coruna and then flying home.