The Last Push

I've arrived in Sarria. Only 115 kms or 70 miles from Santiago. This is also the beginning point for many people's Camino. If you walk the final 100 kms to Santiago, you are equally qualified for the Compostela, certificate, indicating you walked the Camino.

Of course, for all of us who have now been on the road for nearly a month and who will complete the full Camino Frances of 820 kms, there is a slight distinction as to "real" pilgrims and the more "tourist or vacation" pilgrims. Of course, it's best not to judge!

In this holy year, there appears to be some compensation given by the Pope and Catholic church for walking the Camino (even the shortened version). With that in mind, I do expect the last four days into Santiago to be more crowded by pilgrims just beginning their journey here.

Sarria is quite a pleasant town with numerous albergues and eateries.

For lunch, I once again took advantage of the delightful pulpo - octopus that most restaurants offer. However, I did notice an Italian place that advertises homemade pasta. That may just have to be my dinner destination.