The Sabs on the Via de la Plata

 Our flight was suddenly rescheduled from 9pm to midnight, so we were going to miss our connecting flight to Madrid, We decided to fly out today instead.  We’ll be arriving a day later, but we’ll figure things out when we get there.  It all worked out because we got to spend more time with our daughter, Carly, after her White Coat Ceremony!  We are waiting on our flight to London ✈️

     Saturday, March 29th, David and I will be flying into London and taking a connecting flight to  Madrid then taking a train to Sevilla, Spain.   It will be a long day, but we are excited to begin our 2nd pilgrimage on the Camino.  Last year, we walked the Camino de Santiago Frances (800km=500miles) which is the most popular route.  In less than a week,  we will be walking the Via de la Plata Camino which is less traveled.  It begins in Sevilla and it's the longest Camino at 1000km (648 miles).  It's more historical than the others, and there will be little to no towns/villages between our destinations.  We will not be stopping for our daily cappuccino or cafe con leche along with a nice lunch.  For the most part, we will be packing our lunch and eating in a field, vineyard, under a tree or on a dirt trail.  Some of our walks will be LONG...20+ miles, so we are hoping and praying our feet and backs hold out.  ...

  The Via de la Plata , also known as the Camino Mozárabe, spans Spain from South to North and is the longest Camino route at over 1000 km. Originally a Roman trade route connecting northern and southern Spain, it later became a pilgrimage path under Moorish rule, used by North African Christians travelling to Santiago de Compostela . The route largely follows the ancient Roman road, with archaeological evidence found along the way. Remarkably, some sections of these roads have remained untouched by modern development. During the Roman Empire, the Via de la Plata transported gold and copper from the vast mines of Las Médulas and Rio Tinto. Walking this route today feels like stepping back in time! The Via de la Plata is highly recommended for those seeking an authentic Camino experience. Despite its rich history and breathtaking beauty, it remains less well-known than other popular routes, offering a unique opportunity to immerse ourselves in true Galician culture. Along this hid...