Odds and funnies

Along the way I spotted some strange things. There were a lot of unusual shop window displays—unfortunately one with all the dummies doing gymnastics in a fashion store, I couldn't get a decent shot—and other oddities. Here are some: Above: 1. Eerie window dolls. 2. The hottest bus stop on earth! 3. An odd choice …

I did it! I pedalled/pushed 1343Km / 834 miles.

Yesterday I finally arrived at Bilbao. Even as I wrote this I'm still letting it all sink in—I did it! From Reinosa I had 82 miles to go and after one night spent under the stars (no tent) I reached the end of my route. Above: The view when I woke first thing. A lovely …

A small stop worth a note.

Cervera De Pisuerga is a small town I dropped into en route to Reinosa. Throughout both Portugal and Spain trees are sometimes decorated with knitted 'jumpers', and this town had a fine collection worth a mention.

Change of plan.

Due to the hideous headwind I decided to drop riding north to the coast, especially as I’ll also have to face such while climbing mountains! So I’m now heading direct to Bilbao from León. My ride out of town was lovely, with lots of 'hello's' and waves to/from the hundreds of Camino walkers. After some …