Today was the longest hike so far, at 28 km (17.4 mi). Most of the climbing was in the first half, so I left early to get a jump on the heat of the day.

Breakfast was a cellophane-wrapped sandwich from the only place that was open. Chicken salad, I think. On Wonder Bread. But on the Camino, you have to eat what you can, when you can.

I stopped about mid-way at a tiny food truck that had somehow climbed the trail to a wide spot and set up shop. I’ve seen 3 or 4 of these on the Camino so far. I ordered a slice of tortilla española, and it was the best I’ve had so far.

At some point on today’s trek, I passed from the region of Navarre to the region of Castile. Both were independent kingdoms until Spain was unified.

Also entered the territory of Rioja, famous for its wines.

The cathedral at Logroño is impressive, but, like all cathedrals I’ve seen so far, was closed.

Tomorrow is another 28 km hike to Nájera, with more climbing than today.