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Specifically to leave enough time to explore Lugo, we hoofed it to Castroverde the day before to have a shorter day into Lugo. It was the right decision for us, 'cause we didn't want to take a full day off in Lugo.
We stayed at Cruz Ferreira in May, on the east side of Ferreira. I believe it was about 7k from San Roman de Retorta. As best I recall, we were the only pilgrims at the albergue that night. Although I'm sure the hospitalero was disappointed with the lack of pilgrims, he took very good care of us.
Good bar in Burgo de San Vicente. It's maybe 50 meters off the Camino to the right. And, yes, there are food and drinks in the albergue in San Roman de Retorta.
I am approaching Oviedo and a decision on which route to take. I started in Irun and, although the first week was tougher than I expected, I completed the standard stages in decent shape. Since then I’ve probably gained a bit of strength.
I’m concerned about all the elevation change on the...
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