Day 4 Viana do Castelo to Carreco Igreja 9 kms

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A later start this morning. The funicular opened at 9 am so we decided to breakfast at the cafe by the albergue, visit the church next door and take the first carriage down. This time no problems with the funicular and only 4 passengers so much more pleasant. The photos that follow show the walk today. We arrived at our hostel Casa do Sadao (€23.40 for 2 in 12 person bunk room) around 11.30 as we only walked 9 kms.  Very welcoming South African host who gave us both a bottom bunk each so that is a bonus. Walked into the village for our first pilgrim meal of this trip. Vegetable soup, bbq pork ribs, dessert, coffee and a beer. Very good value at €6 each. A photo of the main course below. The high temp today has been 29 so still quite warm.

The church next to last nights albergue.
Leaving Viana do Castelo this morning. View from in front of the church.



A lot more opportunities today to refill our water bottles

 Garden ornaments.


Main course from lunch times pilgrims meal: bbq ribs, rice salad and fries!


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