Pontevedra is another delightful town. After settling in at the Alburgue, having a meal and a couple of hours sleep. I set out to explore. I followed the arrows into the town, into the church, past some fountains and squares and down where a number of bridges cross the RioLerez and give the place its name
Santiario de Peregrina, 18th century pilgrim chapel. Looking up into the dome which is built over a floor plan that is based on the shape of a scallop Shell.
Wandered slowly back and found a barber shop, 6 weeks since the last time so took the advantage as it was offers. Newly shorn out into the streets at about 8 pm. Crowds gathering to find there evening meal the place was now thronging with people. Time for bed for me though.
The next morning followed the arrows through the now familiar streets but this time on over the bridge and towards Caldas de Reis. Met up with an American couple quite early on and we walked and talked all the day. It’s amazing how much quicker the miles slide by when you are talking.
i must also say that today is the first time in about a week that I felt in good health. The antibiotics have worked their stuff and I am very thankful for that.
Caldas de Reis, another river town, sat by the river for my evening meal before a short walk around to the Church of St. Thomas a Becket and then the supermarket for a few provisions.
Tomorrow Padron. Then Santiago is in reach.
The Way 