Pretty laid back day today with an almost flat 15 km walk after leaving our luxury hotel around the usual late (by perregrino standards) 10 AM. The map for today is attached.
We were worried after talking to a hiker from Arizona yesterday in Astorga. He looked to be young and in fair shape, and said the hike we were to do most of the next day was really tough. He must have been referring to the last 5 km to Rabinal de Camino, which we planned for tomorrow. Or, maybe he had not hiked in New England before. There is nothing on this Camino Francais from Leon that comes close to even the easiest hikes in the white mountains. Most parts are like bike paths. Your biggest challenges are mental like heat and long straight blister-provoking trail sections.
The country and towns are getting more picturesque as we progress. From well maintained villages to what are practically ruins, such as El Ganso, they all have a lot of rural charm.
We are staying in our first albergue here in El Ganso, Albergue Gabino. There appears to be no alternative private abode. Note the bunks are only two-high. That's Prudence on the lower bunk.
There are two bars/restaurant s in this very small town, probably the only businesses to support the townsfolk. We plan to patronize both.
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