Day 4

It was another long day today. About 26 miles walking, and elevation gain over 3,500 feet. Tomorrow will definitely be shorter as we are growing weary at this pace. Short post tonight for the same reason!

We walked as far as Larrabetzu, number 7 on the map.






We walked through a city called Gernika-Lumo. Famous because it was the sad inspiration for a Picasso paining. Behind us is an outdoor copy of the art. Germany had bombed this city in late 1930s.

This is a walk behind swather, we saw someone using one like it a couple days ago.
Beef, it’s what was for dinner for Keith

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  1. AnonymousJuly 25, 2022 at 2:33 PM

    Bilbao on the horizon… should be a treat. As before the geography is stunning. Carry on pilgrims til mañana. Laurie B

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    1. AnonymousJuly 25, 2022 at 3:03 PM

      World Herald yesterday had an article about The Camino De Santiago! Safe travels friends! D and L

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    2. AnonymousJuly 25, 2022 at 6:46 PM

      I remember seeing a Swiss farmer in the Interlaken region using one of these to mow his hay. That was in 1994, brings back memories. 'Mel'

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  2. AnonymousJuly 25, 2022 at 3:15 PM

    Great photos and progress on your hikes! What an experience with beautiful scenery in the fresh air. David H

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  3. AnonymousJuly 25, 2022 at 3:18 PM

    Picasso is my favorite....love the photo next to Guernica! David H.

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  4. AnonymousJuly 25, 2022 at 6:16 PM

    Great pictures! Dinner looked great and so does your yard! 🙂. -Deb

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  5. John TJuly 25, 2022 at 8:04 PM

    Rest well and great job. Amazing scenery. Enjoy the rest tonight!

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  6. AnonymousJuly 26, 2022 at 6:45 AM

    Following with love, Beth

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  7. ZachJuly 26, 2022 at 7:26 AM

    Looks like you guys are having the time of your lives! Awesome pictures and updates. Love hearing about the sites along the way. Carry on!

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  8. Ruth and DaleJuly 26, 2022 at 9:50 AM

    Great to follow along on your trip! Blessings as you discover!

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