“The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step” – Lao Tzu
Today’s walk is on the Napoleon Route, up over the French Pyrenees. Its slightly longer than the Valcarlos Route which goes along the valley. Only 8km today with a gain in altitude of about 760m. Somewhat steep at times.
Looking back at the hill out of St Jean
We took our time with frequent rests in nice shaded areas. The scenery was phenomenal.
While still basic, our accommodation is more modern than last night. We stayed in this refuge in 2014 and noted the modernisation of the rooms and the improvement in food (and increase in prices).
Our room, bunks. 3 of 8 in the room and by the end of the day the room was complete, 3 Australians, 3 Irish Ladies and 2 Canadians.
The view from our room
Russ and Jan's Camino 