We stayed as pilgrims at the monestery with the nuns for two nights. What a delight!
The steep walk up from Combarro was lovely, solitary, and difficult for this 73 year old. Therefore, my husband and I had sent an email to hna ( Sister) Paula at the monastery asking for a two night stay at the monastery.
We walked the “water and stone” trail TWICE! After our first night we walked the delightful downhill trail through the most gorgeous scenery with plenty of time to stop and take photos. At the bottom we connected with a cab/taxi to take us back up to the monestery in time for dinner with the few other pilgrims staying there.
The next day we walked the gorgeous path again. Both times we stayed to the right folk in the trail. No regrets - definitely the best views.
Our stay at the monastery (the welcome of hna Paula, vespers, mass, simple but hearty meals) is to this day a collection of memories that never fade.