Camino del Norte Day 4

 




Another walk I should have done. It was, by all accounts, a tough walk in glorious sunshine.  Sadly my feet didn't allow me to join in but was driven along the route and able to enjoy the stunning scenery.



After a few hours of rest with my feet up in in Llanes, my left foot looked almost normal but the swelling of my right foot meant that it was still impossible to wear anything on my feet except flip flops.  
Action was required if I was to attempt any more of the walking.  A detour into a shoe shop on the way to find somewhere to eat dinner and I bought a pair of sandals that adjust around the swelling and leave my toes free to continue healing.
 
I have a day to wear them in.

There are worse places to be laid up, Llanes is a lovely bustling town on the Asturian coast with lots of shops and masses of restaurants.  No time to be bored.





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