It's 3:17 PM- we just arrived at our Albergue - 12.95 miles from Marinhas to Viana do Castelo.
Day started at 6:30 am. Up and out for coffee then on the road by 7. Our hike today was through towns and roads, then through the hills and forests. Over a river or two and several hills. Very beautiful areas and well kept homes. Made a few stops for snacks, lunch, and cold drink.
John found a few blisters on bottom of toes, we did some mending and a blister stitch. My left heel is bothering me, more stretching will help.
Today's Albergue is run by the Catholic church, in the church compound. Has about 60+ "beds" and it was almost filled to capacity. John was in room with 2 others, I was in room with 3 others (all men who spoke no English).
Now about 4pm:
Really looked forward to the shower, but....it was freezing cold, NO HOT water. From one extreme to the other. I know I didn't get very clean, but it was better than nothing. But do need a long warm shower soon.
Now about 7 pm
Did our normal routine, washed clothes, hung them to dry and then out for dinner. We made decision to stay another day in town. We both need a recuperate day. After dinner and John's nap, we booked a room at hostel for tomorrow night.
Tomorrow will be relaxing day, looking forward to it. My feet are sore and appear to have a heat rash.
With three men in my room, I am hoping my earplugs work. I keep opening the window and one of the young men closes it. Not compromising on window, it stays open.
9pm - Naproxen and to bed.
It was a good day, hills a little hard, but good.
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