Are we there yet?

 Posted by LP

Today was 14 miles, not too hilly (but enough hilly to make us believe we achieved something), cool in the morning, hotter and sunnier as the day progressed - it took us about 5 hours (with a few brief breaks) and when we arrived at our destination, we stopped at the first bar/cafe along with a bunch of other pilgrims - now we have completed approximately 60 miles in 5 days….only another 400 to go!


Photo - teapot and teacup sign outside cafe
Photo - LP and VQT, with Tina from Germany, at dinner last night - we had the “pilgrim’s menu” = 15 euros each for salad, pasta, fresh fruit (melon) and red wine - we were so hungry we ate it all 
Photo - Camino Arrow sign…..crocheted 
Photo - graffiti of heart and smiley face 
Photo - green door covered in graffiti 
Photo - green door with “for sale” sign
Photo - delightful house and garden with vines and geraniums 
Photo - graffiti of a menacing face 
Photo - VQT at green grocers (we bought bananas)
Photo - woman polishing the woodwork around the organ in Logrono cathedral 
Photo - VQT next to very large and very old tree
Photo - LP purchasing “trinkets” at the side of the trail
Photo - stylized bill board (in the shape of an anatomically correct bull) on the way into Navarrete 
Photo - LP at the entrance of a winery - we passed lots of vines today and are now definitely into wine country….in the Rioja district - we will do our best to sample as many as possible - cheers! 🍷💚



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  1. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2025 at 10:56 AM

    Love the photos!! Gotta love the woman polishing wood - looks beautiful! And a meal with wine included. How are the toes and feet? mak

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  2. To Dog With LoveSeptember 5, 2025 at 11:37 AM

    I’m so happy that you seem to have lots more good food availability this year. I bet you’re both happy too! Love the photos.

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2025 at 2:58 PM

    Am so enjoying your postings and photos. The fruit market and vineyards sounds and looks divine ! Happy trails to you both . Sara

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2025 at 5:26 PM

    Remember, i am hiking vicariously through Spain. So, thanks for the wine!
    Cheryl P

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  5. CDZSeptember 5, 2025 at 6:20 PM

    Perfect day! Noticing a bit of sunburn on your cheeks and noses.

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  6. DeniseSeptember 6, 2025 at 8:19 AM

    I believe that’s actually an outline of the bull’s tail…

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  7. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2025 at 7:07 PM

    This is so awesome! Jessica

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2025 at 8:19 AM

    Love the description of the wonderful pictures! Enjoy this beautiful journey Best, ROBBIE💚

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