I looked at some tracks from IGN for this section, and they don't support your recollection of it being 'downhill all the way to Molinaseca'. Manjarin is near the bottom of a saddle between Cruz de Ferro and where the road goes around a crest...
Astorga to Foncebadón: 16.2 miles 26 Km
I left Astorga a bit later despite being awake since 4:30 AM. I packed my cPAP machine, ate the breakfast I bought at the súper the night before, I headed out at my usual time around 6:30 AM, but the hotel...
Hector, this morning, i prayed to God asking for Him to send his Holy Spirt to you and help you with your physical and spiritual needs as you make your way to the iron cross. You have a determination that will get you to the Apostle in santiago...
I chose San Martin because it’s much closer, and I’ve been struggling with my feet, as well as trying to get to Cruz de Ferro on the 11th. I agree that getting out of Leon isn’t very nice, but I’m not sure how that makes a difference in which...
San Martin del Camino to Astorga, 15.1 miles, 25.3 Km
Mostly uneventful day. I left early, a little after 6:30 AM, before breakfast was served, as I knew I had a long walk today. I walked 7 Km to the first town that had anything open, Hospital de...
Hi Hector, following your journey has become one of life's daily pleasures! If nothing else, the Camino teaches you resilience - and flexibility - and that everything is possible. You can and will stay the course, because that's what you want to...
Hi Hector,
I have been watching your posts in the last few days with much enjoyment!
I am starting my first Camino on Wednesday from Leon and I was wondering if I could ask why you chose to go via
Hi Hector
I have been watching your posts in the...
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