Finisterre, Spain
October 8, 2022
Dear Family & Friends:
Lago to Cee, October 7, 2022 (17.7 miles)
I departed the Albergue at 9:20 am, looking forward to my first view of the Atlantic Ocean upon arrival at Cee. Shortly after departure, I met my friends from Holland and we walked together to Cee. We left the Camino de Santiago and took a shortcut that shaved 3 miles off the distance from Lago to Cee. The views were great. We walked for a little more than 7 hours. A few miles outside of Cee, through the trees, I had my first glimpse of the Atlantic Ocean. That was a happy moment. The harbor at Cee, with its crescent beach, is outstanding. I could not stop taking photos and shooting videos.
My guidebook recommended I try the caldeirada, a fish stew which is a specialty of this region of Galacia. It is made with a firm white fish and cooked in a broth with green peppers, potaoes, onion, garlic, tomatoes and saffron. I followed this good advice and had the best dinner of the trip, preceded by a world class Cesar salad and topped with homemade chocolate and vanilla ice cream.
Cee to Finisterre, October 8, 2022 (9.1 miles)
“Finis” (end of) “Terre” (the earth)
Today, I arrived at the End of the Earth. The Romans considered Finisterre the end of the earth and this is where the Celts worshipped the sun. Finisterre is just 9 miles from Cee. I left at 9 am and arrived at noon. When the forest yielded to the infinite ocean and the open, clear blue sky, the views were spectacular. For the last mile, I left the Camino de Santiago and walked along the beach in my bare feet collecting scallop shells. The most famous site in Finisterre is the Faro de Finisterre (lighthouse) at the end of Finisterre’s Cape, the wild peninsula that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean. I went to Faro de Finisterre at the end of the day to spread some of Danny’s ashes and enjoy the sunset with him. He has been by my side this entire journey.
Tomorrow, I walk to Muxia where my adventure ends.
Lago to Cee
Cemetery
My first view of the Atlantic Ocean
Cee
Crescent Beach
caldeirada
Cee to Finisterre
Leaving Cee
Corcubion, a World Heritage Site
My first view off Finisterre
My collection of scallop shells
Faro de Finisterre
Spreading Danny’s ashes
Danny in Spain 2018
I’ve enjoyed following your journey, particularly the detailed photographs. Very touching this last post. God is good. Safe travels.
Quite a robust lighthouse. I haven’t seen pics from the end of the earth before, such a beautiful bay. I feel blessed to have traveled ‘with’ you.
What an amazing experience for you and your pilgrims! Congratulations on reaching Finisterre!
Thank you for sharing this journey with us! It’s been fun to follow along, and to hear all about the trail, your stops, the food, and your spiritual experience! It’s so great the Pilgrims were able to join you, and that Danny was such a big part of your adventure.
Congratulations, Bill! Thank you so much for sharing your amazing Camino with us. Inspiring.
Bill, your food choices have been fabulous. Travel blessings as you leave Finisterre for your return home.
Rick Steves could not have topped your recording of the Camino!
Blessings,
Rick
Congratulations on the conclusion of this amazing journey. Your photos and descriptions were awe-inspiring.
I look forward to hearing even more about the trip when you return home.
Bill, I hope you will share your journey once back home in OC. I’ll be in the front row.
What an extraordinary experience. I’m grateful to have been on it with you virtually.
Incredible journey Bill. I enjoyed this one the most👍👏 Thanks for taking us along😎
Along with everyone following you Bill, I too will take YOUR memories with me. The love and faith you bring with your words and photographs leave lasting impressions, believe me. You teach not preach but there are many lessons learned. Thank you
Thank you for sharing your travels. You truly are amazing. And I will add you are a terrific grandfather. God bless you and your beautiful family.
Bravo Bill, another awesome journey of yours, thanks for taking all of us along with you, writings and photos of yours and Lisa’s have been amazing. I’m sure there is more to tell will look forward to the full video. Much love and congratulations
Congratulations Bill, boy that was one long walk. So glad you walked on to Muxia.
So touching about spreading some of Danny’s ashes.