Today’s
walk seen from our Naya as we had breakfast
Nice
to welcome Kevin and Sue, and of course David, back to Spain
A
shock to the system for all three, who had not walked much since they returned to
the UK last month
Lots
of spring flowers today
And
David ignored my comments to photographs them
We
were fortunate to have another sunny day
Though
grateful for a cool breeze whilst climbing
All
relieved to reach the mirador
With
its beautiful views over the Orba and Jalon valleys
Then
the last push up to the Col itself
No
apple strudel today, unlike last year
However even better views than from the restaurant
And
the mini Easter eggs which Rosemary sent us were an unexpected treat
All
downhill for the return journey
Though
that can be just as difficult as the climb up
Especially
having to watch every step on the rough track
So
we took advantage of every suitable water stop
The
long level walk into Parcent was a welcome relief
And
the long awaited cold drink in La Estuffa even more welcome
A
pity there were only nine on today’s walk, the rest missed an enjoyable if
challenging walk.
Walk Stats
Distance
– 11km
Time
Taken – 5 hours
Total
Ascent – 575 metres
Total
Steps - 13600
