The Way to Land's End

• Starting Point: Puente la Reina
• Ending Point: Villatuerta
• Daily distance: 11.25 miles (18.1km)
• Total distance: 70.12 miles (112.85 km)

Thunder and lightening awoke us from our slumber. A cold front was moving through the area. We pulled on our rain gear and grabbed some breakfast before heading out. 

The rain was fairly steady for the next couple of hours with one heavy downpour. Our gear worked very well and I was very impressed with my waterproof shoes. My feet stayed completely dry. 

The rain brought out the snails. They littered the trail and we had to step gingerly to avoid crushing them. 

As I relaxed into the hike, I started to actually enjoy and embrace the rain. The rumble of thunder around us and the fragrant smell of the earth captured my attention. This rainy day had its own beauty too. 

We made reservations at an albergue named La Casa Magica. And it lived up to its name. There was a swimming pool, hammocks, epsom salt tubs for your feet and no bunk beds! 

Dinner was amazing. The chief served white asparagus with roasted red peppers, vegetable paella and a custard dessert. The paella had plums, raisins, cloves of garlic, peppers and cauliflower mixed in it. More red wine topped it off. It felt like fine dining, rather than a pilgrims meal. 

Tomorrow is our longest hike yet at 15 miles. So, it’s off to bed for some rest.