It all changes now.

Sarria is about 110 km from Santiago. Anyone who walks at least 100 km qualifies for a “compostela” (a pilgrim’s diploma). As a result, Sarria is the most popular starting town for the Camino. We expect to see a fivefold increase in the number of pilgrims from now on. The relative peace and quiet of the trail is gone, That’s fine, it’s just a new part of the Camino for us to experience.

Also, I’ve changed my plans.

I’m going to take a rest day here in Sarria. This will allow me to rest my toe, and more importantly, it synchs me up with many of my friends so we can all get to Santiago together. That makes me happy.

This probably means I’ll have to drop one of my extra hiking days after Santiago, but that’s a good trade. This is new flexible Camino Bill in action.

Do you want to see my toe?

Are you sure?

If you keep scrolling, you won’t be able to unsee this.

Really, if you just ate, don’t continue.

Last warning. Your day will be better if you don’t see this.

Really, stop now!!’

Okay, don’t blame me, I gave you a chance…