Muruzábal; 19.8 km/12.3 miles

We thought that we were going to have a somewhat level walk today…surprise!…a rather steady uphill grade! We started in the dark and had to circle back as we missed the path! No worries, the threesome ahead of us made sure we got back on track

Day 5; 22.4 km/14miles Pamplona to Murzabal

It was tough going uphill but extremely treacherous going down! But, we both made it without misshap!

Day 6; 21.3 km/ 13.3 miles

Muruzábal

We enjoyed a wonderful Spanish breakfast, went to a 1000 Mass, then as day 2 of the Festival commenced we walked out of old town and into new town…stumbled upon another beautiful historic church…siesta is literal here so we are resting. Tomorrow is another long up and steep downhill trek…WiFi is spotty so don’t be alarmed if we don’t post every day… Buen Camino

Day 4; 24.9 km/ 13.8 mi

Long hike to Pamplona…we took both alternate routes…one to St Esteban (Stephen) Church/Hermitage where my soul overflowed with tears…and Debbie experienced a very spiritual moment…our 2nd route followed the rivers and kept us off the asphalt, noise, and traffic… we arrived to find ourselves in the midst of a festival with a mass of humanity…have enjoyed the tapas and all the entertainment!

Day 3; 21.9 km/ 13.6 mi

First 1/2 was a nice gentle up and down up and down…then came the difficult part! Sideways shell going steeply down…only one oops…Debbie slipped 200 yards before the historic bridge…very proud that she picked herself up, dusted herself off and soaked her feet in the icey river…a couple beers/wines later and all is well with the world! Dinner and then Mass at 1900…Jacuzzi at 2000…Buen Camino!