We got another early start and were looking forward to an easier day with less severe elevation changes. And again, just like the last few days, the weather forecast called for rain. Today we did actually run into just enough rain a couple of times to get out the ponchos. Other than that it was a beautiful day for walking. We decided that the theme for today is “food”. At 8:45 we stopped at Pan el Portal for the most amazing flaky pastries with dark chocolate filling. At 9:40 we stopped at a trailside “donativo” stand for an apple and a pear. It was one of the sweetest, juiciest pears I have ever eaten. Around noon we stopped at a small bar for fresh squeezed orange juice. After we checked in at the albergue Isabella wanted something from a vending machine. There was a pack of crackers that had not fallen, so she selected the same item and got both packs. After a nice long walk down town and thru the riverside park we had the best pilgrim menu meal yet.
Day #6
Estella
Population 14,000 / Elevation 425 meters
Albergue Hospital Perigrinos
Distance walked today 21.9 km.
Weather mild with scattered light showers.