Santa Irene

June 13 Santa Irene

We bid George a fair well this morning at the conclusion of breakfast. We were unable to book him a place in this most charming Alberque in Santa Irene. The Camino is very crowded with pilgrims walking the French way. We have heard from several pilgrims the albergues were full when they arrived; and, they had to walk on many more kilometers. Joan called all the suggested places and they were full. When we next see George at 1800 tomorrow for dinner, he will have a grand story to tell. You can only book ahead in the private albergues. The municipal albergues are first come first served. George was off early to ensure a bed. We dragged our feet because we had only 17k to Santa Irene which is a beautiful private albergue that we visited two years ago. You cannot arrive too early because they have to be thoroughly cleaned. The entire trip we have been up early and going fast and far. It is difficult to slow down. Lots of pilgrims on the road from all over the world. We met a young woman from Thailand who was born in Saudi Arabia and is studying in Ohio. We arrived at Santa Irene too early of course. We went into the garden and had a small lunch. This is a private albergue. It is 13€ a night and 10€ for dinner. It comes with sheets on the bed and towels for your shower. This is a stop you should not miss; but, be sure you call ahead!!! 981 511 000

Just a small portion for George.

I will always remember our many coffee stops. Thank you so much George for helping us complete this grand adventure. You will remain indelibly in our thoughts. Cheers, Joan and Stu

Where we stayed in Arzua.

Waiting to start. We don't want to arrive too early in Santa Irene.

Hey, we started in rain.

Pilgrims Alberque Arzua

Reflection on times past.

Alone with your thoughts.

Rained early now the sun has come out.

Art

We are part of the crowd.

A diet coke of course.

Cravings

Our beds

Living room where we are writing this page

 

Stu uses MotionX-GPS on the iPhone and is sharing with you the following track:

Almost Done!!!!!

Name:		Santa Irene
Date:		Jun 13, 2013 7:56 am
Map: (valid until Dec 10, 2013)		View on Map
Distance:		16.6 kilometers
Elapsed Time:		3:58:04
Avg Speed:		4.2 km/h
Max Speed:		5.8 km/h
Avg Pace:		14' 18" per km
Min Altitude:		304 m
Max Altitude:		415 m
Start Time:		2013-06-13T05:56:06Z
Start Location:
	Latitude:	42º 55' 41" N
	Longitude:	8º 09' 30" W
End Location:
	Latitude:	42º 55' 01" N
	Longitude:	8º 19' 56" W

 

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