Us at Cruz de Ferro

We began our day walking up to the Cruz de Ferro. This is the famous cross on a pole, that you bring a rock from your home, and leave it there; along with your burdens. (Ours were from a Retreat weekend) Yes, our packs are a just a little bit lighter now that we are not carrying that rock anymore!

After the cross, we continued uphill to the Alto de Cerezales, which is the highest point you walk up to on the Camino. It’s over 1500 meters or over a mile high! At this height we had amazing views for most of the day. Going up that high, also means we have to walk down!

Today our 14 miles was one of the toughest days we have walked. Descending on a steep downhill grade on loose rock and uneven bedrock was grueling. We had to take it slow so we wouldn’t injure a knee or ankle. We were exhausted by the time we reached our village.

Tonight we are in Molinaseca. It is a very nice village. Even after walking all day we enjoyed a walk around the village. Our room overlooks the arched bridge that dates back to the Roman period.