Day 41: Ourense to Cea

Miles 15

Just another great day walking. The day was nice and cool in the morning, and warm enough to dry my laundry this afternoon.

I met a painter, Adam, from Denmark that makes an actual living selling his art. Amazing. I dont have the nerve to ask to see any, lol. Maybe after a beer.

Only 100 km to go!
Bridge from the 8th century

Day 40: Xunqueira to Ourense

Miles 13

Lovely day slowly walking with another pilgrim, Alvaro. He has a bad blister and was going super slow. We just walked and talked.

After a long day, we all went out for a tapas and wine tour of the old quarter. It was super fun. I ate a tripe stew that was very good.

A day off tomorrow in Ourense

Day 39: Vilar de Barrio to Xunqueira de Ambia

Miles 9

It was a very short day, but it was nice to walk slowly and enjoy the cool morning. I also got where I was going before the rain came.

I’ve got the albergue to myself tonight. It’s kind of lonely. My group disappeared on me.

Im arriving to Ourense tomorrow. Its a common starting point for those who walk the minimum distance to get a compostela. That’s the certificate for walking at least 100 km. Im hoping to get some kind of peer group, even if it’s only for a few days.

Most of these small towns have a communal fountain and place to wash clothes, if it were 200 years ago.
Every single one of these old way markers are hand carved
Best view of the day