We arrive at Finisterre

Edel, Aidriane and I departed Muxia early Monday morning (6:00am) destined for Finisterre.   A waterside cafe offered a Pilgrims breakfast and a group of us were there when it opened to enjoy coffe, juice and toast.   As we delarted down the coast we were greeted by morning fog and the sound of waves - sunrise was still 30 minutes away but it sure felt good to be back walking.   The trail was beautiful and we only met a few folks in the am hours.   I had a chance to walk ahead as the Irish chatted with a young Australian lady (not from Melbourne - or born on May 30th) who would soon be heading to med school.   The temps remained perfect with a nice coastal breeze and the road weaved inland and then back to the ocean.  

 

 We had an option to stay on the main road or head to the coastal route and of course we chose the alternative.   We knew places for food and drink were sparse on this route but we stumbled onto what might have been my favorite lunch spot on the whole Camino.   The Oceanside bar was empty and we enjoyed a well deserved pitcher of sangria and some ham sandwiches (of course).

 

 Along the journey the Irish demonstrated their animal rescue skills - first with a young pup who was stuck and then with a goat....clearly they have honed these skills as they are part time "ranchers" back in Ireland.   We have seen so many animals along the journey...they always add a smile to your face regardless of type.   

 

 We completed the 20 mile hike by about 3:00 and were greeted by friends in Finisterre.  Another coastal fishing village - larger then Muxia and many more Pilgrims and tourists.   We caught up with Chris - who had driven from Santiago - for lunch and later for an amazing sunset at the lighthouse.    The Lighthouse is the end of the Camino and the adjacent "Zero Marker" acknowledges it.   Long ago Europeans thought this to be the true ,end of the world" hence the name comes from "Finis Terra".  A look at the sunset horizon gives you a little feel why.   The walk today was near perfect and any itch I have to walk further has been fully scratched.  It was a long wonderful full day.  Looking forward to a day of R&R before a travel day back to Madrid.