To Mansilla de las Muras

 Wow! A long boring walk today. ☹️

It was 38* when I left this morning. And once the wind started, it felt colder! Leaving Bercianos I saw a lovely mural and the most abundant display of roses!




Many of the towns/villages on the way that are set up for pilgrims have these signs.
All along the way, potable water is supplied at fountains like this. 
It was so cold that even the trees had blankets!

I’m quite tired today. I think I walked too quickly. A good sleep and my body will recover and I’ll be ready for tomorrow.

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