Bercianos del Real Camino

Today was a short walk, only about 10 km. We are walking in a region called the meseta, which is known for its flat, straight paths. There are fewer villages and services.  

It has its own beauty, and if you can stand the heat is quite pleasant to walk through. A relief from the hills of Navarra. We got to our Hostal early so had time to take care of some sorely needed business.

At least Lori did. I confess, I layed down on the bed and was out like a light for the better part of an hour. Oh well, I helped take it down. This evening at dinner we ran into Pepe again. He is a pilgrim who rode with us on the horse drawn carriage yesterday. He is a Spaniard of about 70 years old and currently on his 31st Camino. Amazing! He gave us some small gifts on the ride, a gourd he wrote some things on and a basket made from half a walnut. They will look great on our Chrismas tree and remind us of this experience for years to come. 

Tomorrow we bus into León where we will meet Nathan and the Aussies, or as Lori calls them, our Camino kids. It will be great to take a day off with them and share stories.