First 500m out of town very steep and hard because not warmed up. Last 3.5 km into Orisson (8 km mark) veeery steeeep. Last 3.0 km into Ron. is steep downhill - tough on knees and calves. Cafe latte and cheese sandwich 6 Euro at Orisson and hot chocolate 2 Euro at coffee truck along track.
Not a lot of scenery pictures due to mist today. Will need to come back again for a clear day!
St Jean - starting point.
Paul with credential.
Journey to Rancesvalles.
Tree at Orisson.
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I came second walking up the hill.
Ahh but you're still smiling ... shame it was misty ... a dampening mood.
ReplyDeleteAhh but you're still smiling ... shame it was misty ... a dampening mood.
ReplyDeleteOh sounds like that first day would have put me off. Well done Paul. We have some friends about to leave next week to follow you. Better tell them a few more trips up Te Mata Peak.No sign of rain here just frosts.
ReplyDeleteTraining up Te Mata is essential for first day! !!
DeleteLooks beautiful even with the mist. A hard start by the sound of it, hopefully getting easier by now Bruce & Viv
ReplyDeleteLove it Paul, keep the blogs coming xo
ReplyDeleteHi Paul! Great to see your on your way - seeing the historic and beautiful sights - and meeting your fellow pilgrims! May the roads rise to meet you, and the wind be always at your back!
ReplyDeleteGreat Paul
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