To Roncesvalles and Zubiri, days 2 & 3

Well, we have made it to Zubiri and the Suseia albergue. It’s warm comfort and a meal with friends is a perfect conclusion to a couple of grand days. The hike up and over the Pyranees was amazing . The day started in the fog, which was a welcome change from the heat the day before. We climbed out of the fog to spectacular vistas of mountain tops and clouds blanketing the valleys. Remembering the descent into Roncesvalles Lori and I took, Andie and I took the path to the right instead of the “treacherously beautiful” path straight ahead. It was a good move, much nicer.

https://youtu.be/RePVyps2Yl0

Today was tougher that I anticipated. The first half was under a slight drizzle that kept the temperature down and the walk easier.

After lunch was tough, with a steep climb followed by a horrible downward climb over loose rocks and fascinating layers of sedimentary rock that’s been uplifted nearly 90 degrees. Cool to look at but nasty to walk on. They seemed to go on for miles and miles.

Tomorrow is Pamplona and a rest day. Buen Camino!