Day 20 - Mansilla del las Mulas to Leon

And then there were 2! 

Matin's dodgy tummy didn't clear up as much as he hoped, and after some dry toast at breakfast he made the decision to get the bus to Leon wIth Mitch.

After breakfast Fi and I headed on our own out of Mansilla del las Mulas. 








We reached Villamoros de Mansilla after 4km quite quickly and kept on to Villarente at 7km for a stop. We decided on cold drinks and a croissant to share. Without Martin, our resident spanish speaker I drew the sort straw. It was all going well till the lovely guy serving added tapas!! Ie something free. The tapas consisted of two huge churros and half a doughnut!!!

 


After that we just kept walking!  No need for further sustenance! Through some quiet villages. 






At one point it seemed as though we were being pointed down a slip road the wrong way, but it was all good and finally we were in the suburbs of Leon.  









We found the apartment, the boys had managed to get the laundry on and the British Lions Rugby match so they were all good!

Anne and Tim arrived about 6pm after a delay to their train. After showers, we headed out for drinks and then food. Paella of course!!



Today's route...







Comments

  1. Jo28 June 2025 at 13:48

    Doing it for the girls!! Leon looks amazing! Take care all of you with these increasing temperatures 🥵🥵

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  2. Anonymous29 June 2025 at 05:16

    Beautiful photos Mairi!! Glad Anne and Tim got their safely, they have been so looking forward to joining you all!!

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