1st of May – It Rained all Day

1st of May – It Rained all Day

Walking to Zubiri The walk from Viscarret to Zubiri was really very pleasant even though it rained all day. The final stage, I tried an alternate route, walking down the side of the highway which had been recommended as not being so steep and therefore would be easier...
Tips on Tendonitis

Tips on Tendonitis

Camino Tips – Dealing with Tendonitis     Here are some further tips I just shared with someone on the Camino Forum who was struggling with Achilles pain. This is based on making it all the way to Santiago…..and the things I learnt along the way...
Day 4 – Reflections

Day 4 – Reflections

I’m in my Casa Rural this evening, stretched out on the lounge, with my feet up on some pillows, giving my feet a rest. I think I might go out for dinner in about an hour, and then have an early night.   If I wake up early tomorrow as usual, I might...
2nd of May – First Full Day

2nd of May – First Full Day

This was my first full day of walking.  22 kilometers from  Zubiri to Pamplona.  I made it.  The feet held up OK.  So I’ll try to maintain longer distances from now on. Maybe in a couple of days I can carry all my gear too, instead of sending half forward each...
2nd of May – Midday

2nd of May – Midday

Been going since 7 this morning, it’s now 20 past 12. Been taking it easy, been through some interesting villages. The way takes you along next to the Rio Ara, stopped for a late breakfast and then arrived in Zabaldika.     There’s an ancient...
2nd of May – Zubiri to Pamplona

2nd of May – Zubiri to Pamplona

Zubiri to Pamplona My First ‘Full Distance’ Walking Day   Up to this point I was walking short days so as to preserve my injured heels and ease into the Camino gradually.  I think it takes a few days to get into the Rhythm.  This was about a 22 km...

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