- Beginning Point: O Cebreiro
- Ending Point: Triacastela
- Daily distance: 12.86 miles (20.7 km)
- Total distance: 382.99 miles (616.37 km)
Before heading out of O Cebreiro this morning, Laura and I take a peek inside the church. Legend has it that the Holy Grail was hidden in this church.
The ascents today over the pass were tough, but the views beautiful.
On our descent down, we pass through many small hamlets. Dairy farming is a mainstay here. As we were sitting in a small cafe eating chestnut pie, Laura and I look outside the window to see an elderly woman herding about 4 cows through the middle of the street with a cane. Several dogs assisted her in keeping the cows in check. The trail today is littered with cow dung. I start out with a keen eye and gingerly step around it, but eventually it’s impossible to tell where the mud ends and the poop begins. So, I give up and trample through.
Chestnuts are another feature of the trail. Thousands upon thousands of these furry green balls line the trail.
Upon entering Triacastela, we check into our albergue and receive a delightful surprise. Sanyin, the Korean woman I chatted with on Day 1 in Orisson, is my bunkmate. Seeing a pilgrim you started with it a joyful thing. There is a unique camaraderie and understanding.
As I was getting ready for bed, I massaged my sore feet and noticed an unusual mark on my sole. I’m not sure if it’s a bruise or internal bleeding from too much pressure. It doesn’t hurt but does give me some concern. I’ll have to keep my eye on it.
The Way to Land's End 