20.7 km and 4:35 (see map).
A valley walk down to Pamplona. Dry, but a cold wind for some of the way.
Zubiri is a small village on a river. The houses are built to last centuries, like most seem to be in these parts.
Pleasant walking on off-road paths most of the way down the valley.
Coffee stop.
Water stop.
Picturesque photo opportunity stop.
A stop to watch a fisherman on a bridge. Quite a few folk out fishing the river today – it’s a public holiday I think (Ascension Day).
Getting closer to Pamplona.
Plenty of old ruins along the path.
Pamplona street, with the Cathedral at the top.
A glass of wine, with the cathedral behind. My hostel is 3 m away from this bar and 10 m from the entrance to the cathedral.
I was undecided about staying an extra day in Pamplona, thinking I might just keep walking. But the town warrants some time spent wandering its lanes and soaking in the history so I’m staying on for another night. A day off the camino probably won’t do the tired legs any harm either.
Countryside is so beautiful!