Day 5

Day 5 Sat 7th Sept Viana to Quintanilla del Monte

Rode through streets of Viana which we didn´t see last night due to the hail and rain. On way out of Viana we saw snow/sleet at the side of the road from last nights downpour.
Went into Logrono to visit Cathedral and get another stamp on our Camino Passports.
Headed out on roads closely following the Camino walking route. Jackets on for a brief shower on our way to lunch in Najera.
On way to Santo Domingo de la Calzada we saw further signs of recession in partial and incomplete highway projects. Riding along the original main roads we had excellent surfaces with little traffic to bother us - much better than our usual Tuesday rides in Hertfordshire!!
With rumbling thunder and lighting in the distance we were caught in a heavy shower. We had great views of distant hills which were often covered in cloud and mist.
Afternoon tea - another Tuesday afternoon tradition with us - was in a bar a few km from our destination. Coffee and cake for 3 euros each while we watched la Vuelta live from the Pyrenees. Later read that two riders had to  retire due to hyperthermia.
We reached our destination hidden away from the main road in hamlet of Quintanilla del Monte - a small lovely family run guest house - great welcome and wonderful evening meal.

51miles - total 231miles

P.S. following a request from our international readership we have updated previous blogs to include dates! Thanks Maggie in Cork!