Day 27. Ruitelan to Fonfria

Today was the big climb to O Cebreiro. It's 8km to the top with a 600m elevation gain and then another 12 km of up & down to Fonfria.  However, we woke up to fog and snow - not how we wanted to start the day.  Well, one step in front of the other. 

Stopping in every little town on the way up helps get warm and dry and its good to hear words of encouragement from others. Entering this pathway we heard bells from the church which meant we were near.  Keep chugging!!

So many people have said that the top of O Cebreiro is a beautiful 360 degree view. Not today!!

Going downhill can be dangerous, especially on a day like today when it is so wet. After the descent there is more walking and then another climb to Alto de Polo, the highest point in Galicia. 

Posing with another pilgrim. 

Even on a grey, cloudy day there is brightness and colour.  Buen Camino!