Day 1 and 2 complete. Started first day in heavy downpour and was soaked before I got out of St Jean, the 8k to Orisson was brutal. All up hill, very steep inclines, at times I was very doubtful I would make it. I may have fell over with my knapsack on me a couple times…in the dirt! Was thankful I decided to stay in Orisson first night, I would not have made it to Roncevallas in that weather. Met so many great encouraging people on my walk and last night at pilgrim dinner in Orisson alberuge. Some doing the entire Camino and some parts like myself. We all had to introduce ourselves and say what brought us here, some were very emotion, inspiring and funny. Met folks from all over the world and walks of life. And have come to find out that people love Nova Scotia, lots want to visit. I’ve been promoting my Airbnb!
Today from Orisson to Roncevallas was 17k, mostly uphill. It is 24k from SJPP to Roncevallas, 16k is uphill. It was absolutely stunning, from the sunrise in the mountains to the top of the Pyrenees.
The albergue in Roncevallas tonight is nice and clean. Had a great pilgrim meal of trout and potatoes, and wine for 2 euro!!!
A few pics of my last 2 days. This has been very challenging but a great experience.
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