El Burgo Ranero

We slept in today and left our hostel around 8:15, leaving Sahagun through the impressive Arcos San Benito and crossing the Cea River over the Puente del Canto (bridge).  We eventually came to a fork on the Way and had to take the path that lead to Bercianos del Real Camino.  The markings were not clear, so we had to trust we were walking the right way.  If not, it would add another few miles to the journey.  After walking about 11 km, we finally can to Bercianos del Real Camino, population 200!  We stopped for coffee at this wonderful little cafe at the entrance to the town.  We then continued our journey to El Burgo Ranero, 7km away.  We are staying in this delightful hostel, with great hospitality and comfort.  The days are getting warmer, but the forecast calls for rain on Saturday with temps. dropping to lows of 2c.  I love these small villages, the people are so friendly and accommodating.  No traffic, open fields surrounding the village, friendly hospitality.  Simplicity...What a blessing!  Tomorrow we walk to Mansilla de las Mulas, a 12 mile journey, and then the next day we reach Leon where we have a days rest and meet up with Connie and Mark, parishioners from St. Joan's who are joining us on the Camino.  We look forward to the days ahead.  Buen Camino!!