Sept 3, 2016 Verdelha de Baixo 23km
"You died so quick", Julie said. This statement had nothing to do with our love life, but about today's trek. I decided to shorten today's trek, as I knew I could not do 31km on our first day. How right I was, and even after 15km I was ready to pack it in. This section of the trek went through marsh lands and came to a section where Julie was shaking with fear not able to cross a farmer's irrigation gate. After 5 minutes of encouragement she made her way across, especially after seeing two cyclists put their bikes on their shoulders and then jumping across. It was another very hot day and we consumed about 3 litres of water. When we arrived to our destination we found our accommodation, and through the afternoon greeted many peregrinos, with tired and sweaty faces, who were so relieved to find accommodation, wash their cloths and get something to eat. Is this supposed to be fun? It was the first Camino for one couple from South Africa, who were surprised by the rustic look of the accommodations, but were relieved to have a bed.
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