27/05/19
Another long downhill day but luckily, with less stony path. Even so, we opted for the quiet road for some portions.
Molinaseca was a lovely gem of a town. Tucked along the Rio Meruela, Molinaseca makes a grand entrance as you cross the medieval Puente del Peregrino over the dammed river, making for a perfect refreshing dip for tired peregrino toes. Imagine plopping down for a drink at a riverside cafe then waltzing down to the water for an ice cold foot bath.
We continued through vineyards as we entered the outskirts of Ponferrada (Spanish for iron bridge.) I had no idea the city was this expansive. It has survived & flourished due to its fortification with a river, fort & a spectacular Templar castle. Its size allows for numerous plazas & ornate churches.
15k into Ponferrada (population 69,000)
Another long downhill day but luckily, with less stony path. Even so, we opted for the quiet road for some portions.
Molinaseca was a lovely gem of a town. Tucked along the Rio Meruela, Molinaseca makes a grand entrance as you cross the medieval Puente del Peregrino over the dammed river, making for a perfect refreshing dip for tired peregrino toes. Imagine plopping down for a drink at a riverside cafe then waltzing down to the water for an ice cold foot bath.
We continued through vineyards as we entered the outskirts of Ponferrada (Spanish for iron bridge.) I had no idea the city was this expansive. It has survived & flourished due to its fortification with a river, fort & a spectacular Templar castle. Its size allows for numerous plazas & ornate churches.
15k into Ponferrada (population 69,000)
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| Blink & you will miss lovely Riego de Ambros |
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| Nothing beats a cold dip when your feet are hot & tired |
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| Our room with a view in Ponferrada |
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