What a big day, today we arrive in Santiago de Compostela!
With a morning of walking behind you, you will have made it to the Monte do Gozo (the Mount of Joy), the hill overlooking Santiago and a perfect photo opportunity. Here, we are overcome with joy at our first glimpse of the Cathedral.
The last 3.5 kilometers (just over 2 miles) to the Cathedral take you through the city, which can be a bit of a shock after days of rambling through the peaceful countryside. You can no longer rely on the omnipresent yellow arrow painted on rocks and trees to guide you. However, the second half of the walk in the city goes through the older quarters and historic district, which have not changed much in over 150 years.
After a week of traveling we have finally arrived at our destination: the Cathedral. After a siesta and collecting your Compostela certificate, it’s time to sit down for a celebratory dinner!
