We made it to Burgos

OK, it may have been an insane goal but we did, 40 km to Burgos and still standing. We had an awesome dinner with Martin and George (with a surprise visit from Martin's father and cousin too).

To accomplish such a feat as 40 km in one day, we could not have asked for a better day, weather wise. It was a little cool in the morning, 7-8 degrees. Cloud cover most of the day with a beautiful breeze until the last 7 km into Burgos.

We took lots of breaks to rest our feet and drank lots of water. 

Lots of wooded paths

Lots of open spaces

"Since pilgrims dominated in Burguete the Navarra hills

and saw the Spanish long countryside,

they haven't seen a more beautiful sight than this."

And it was an amazing view.

And everyone is so encouraging along the way.

And finally we entered Burgos

I will walk with Martin and George to Hornillos a mere 20 km tomorrow. What a lovely break. 

I will say good-bye to my fellow pilgrim, Eric and wish him well on his remaining days on the Camino. It has been an honour to have walked with someone who possesses such high moral character, is so positive and has a tremendous sense of humour. I hope we will be friends long after this and who knows maybe he and his family will come and visit Ottawa one day.

Lauralee