Puenta La Reina 2

Still not sure what is hapning. Sorry if you are getting repeated info. but it looked like I had lost some. Today was another glorious day. Left Cizur Menor at 6:30am. but we left without our packs. It was an odd feeling not havin gmy friend with me!! We sent them on to an alberge in Puerta La Reina to guarantee us a bed for tonight. After our expereince on day 2 we are a little leary of not gettin a bed. The walk was much easier with out all my stuff but I kind of missed it. Tomorrow we can get the same deal but I think I will just lighten the pack. The scenery was spectacular. The morning was a climb to Alto Mezquiriz was strenous but nothing compared to day 1. The summit where the sky line was surrounded with wind mills was amazing. Passed irnon statues of pilgrims in years gone by. Many shrines along the way to commemorate lost or deceased pilgrims. Lunch at Uterga and then a detour to Eunate. This is a church linked to the Knights Templar who defended many pilgrims. It is bilt on the style of the Holy SCepulchre in Jerusalem. A beautiful church surrounded by farm land. It is utterly amazing when we think of how many steps have gone before us. Continued on to Puerta La Reina which is a very old town with very narrow streets and of course the famous bridge. We were united with our pack, showered, did laundry and now it´s time to eat. a very simple life. Love it. Till next time. Daphne