We crossed the Pyrenees!





Posted by LP - photos by VQT - LP walking in the mist, a lively mountain stream, and LP and VQT by the road sign stating Santiago de Compostela 790 km - we experienced steep gradients (up and down), very high winds, rain, mist, cold temperatures and a lot of mud, but we did it - it took 6+ hours of hiking without any significant breaks - we also saw (and heard) birds we could not identify, a beautiful array of wild flowers, and (at the lower elevations) sure signs of Spring - we appreciate the opportunity, we are proud of our accomplishment (especially in relation to the younger hikers) but are glad it is over - only 790 km to go :)

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  1. Doug WApril 24, 2022 at 11:55 AM

    Congratulations! How exciting!

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  2. JKApril 24, 2022 at 12:23 PM

    You're still smiling! Beautiful photos. This blog is going to be such a great journal of your adventures.

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  3. Cheryl PerryApril 24, 2022 at 2:55 PM

    With. you in spirit! Way to go!

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  4. To Dog With LoveApril 24, 2022 at 4:00 PM

    Amazing photos and journey! I hope tomorrow is warmer and drier. And less steep!

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  5. AnonymousApril 24, 2022 at 6:13 PM

    Pat & George testing on iPhone with Safari > “Prevent cross-site tracking” turned OFF

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  6. AnonymousApril 24, 2022 at 6:34 PM

    Glad you made it through.

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  7. UnknownApril 25, 2022 at 12:27 PM

    Very proud of you!!!

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  8. KarolynApril 25, 2022 at 8:38 PM

    Wow!

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  9. ElaineApril 26, 2022 at 5:05 PM

    Congrats! And no snow thru the mtns!

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  10. AnonymousMay 5, 2022 at 7:10 PM

    love it!!

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  11. AnonymousMay 27, 2022 at 3:26 PM

    Wow! Such an accomplishment! Way to go, ladies!

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  12. AnonymousMay 28, 2022 at 11:24 AM

    Congrats!!! Evelyn R.

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  13. diana sinclairMay 30, 2022 at 1:08 PM

    BRILLIANT, Finally got U but look you've already made it, WELL DONE, 'U GO GIRLS '. L & H, D.

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  14. AnonymousApril 28, 2023 at 12:59 PM

    Well done 👍👏🥰

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