Day 3. Thursday

 Posted by VQT

Photo. Wayside tiled map of the route. 



Photo: Roadside niche with stone pilgrim. 


Another rainy day.  Our Camino weather luck has left us for now.  

Headed to Vila Praia de Ancora.  It’s about 18 km or just under 12 miles.  

Photo: Elevation profile from guidebook. 


LP is taking a rest day.  VQT is heading out into the rain because walking in the rain was so much fun yesterday - not really but I’m going.  


Comments

  1. AnonymousAugust 27, 2026 at 2:43 AM

    Wow! Another rainy day! Safe travels and enjoy your journey. Rest well LP.💚💚 best, ROBBIE

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  2. Dolce Vita - The German Shorthaired PointerAugust 27, 2026 at 6:53 AM

    That downward slope looks daunting. A good day for LP to rest. Be careful and try to stay dry.

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  3. To Dog With LoveAugust 27, 2026 at 7:40 AM

    Ugh, more rain. Hope it’s not too bad. A good day for a rest day, LP.

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  4. CDZAugust 27, 2026 at 7:57 AM

    Great opportunity to meet new friends!! Hope you find the youngsters to walk with!

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  5. AnonymousAugust 27, 2026 at 8:15 AM

    Send the rain to us and sunny skies for you two . Love the photo of the tiled trail.
    Stay dry and safe.
    Sara

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