The morning was dark and foggy as we set out through the Spanish Gate of the town. The path was clearly marked with the friendly camino logos which did not quite match the unfriendly road upwards.
However the scenery was beautiful. Green fields and valleys and spectacular views of the Pyranees ( through the fog) There did not seem to be many other pilgrims around although we met two Canadian girls at the start ( also having their bags collected)
The climb soon became quite serious going and the fog seemed to descend on us giving a ghostly appearance. Sun filtered through revealing deep green valleys and livestock. With the sun came the humidity ( 9 days of rain in France said a travelling Irish bike rider ) .... sunny days ahead.
We made it to the hostel...It was meant to be dorm style but we were given a small room at the back which was great. It is good that we are able to finish about mid afternoon and regroup.
Lots of pilgrims there... An Aussie couple from Canberra... The Canadians and many others.
In the afternoon we saw many eagles riding the thermals in the valley as they sought prey. Quite majestic birds in their flight and unique to this area of the Pyranees
Oh yes and our bags were there too ...Had a great pilgrim meal and we ate too much but were sensible with the vino....
Looking forward to the climb tomorrow.
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lol I laughed at this comment "The path was clearly marked with the friendly camino logos which did not quite match the unfriendly road upwards." Great way to put it!!!!! I know which "room at the back" you had at Orisson I think- it is probably the same one my friends from Quebec had.
ReplyDeleteI also saw the eagles, which were so magnificent. Buen Camino.