Day 3 – Monistrol to Saugues
After yesterday’s grueling, steep, downhill plunge over roots, rocks and a number of obstacles, all threatening to trip us up, we began to wonder if we’d made a terrible choice of treks. With temperatures in the mid-90s, we dragged into our hotel Monday afternoon.
First thing this morning (Tuesday) we were faced with the steepest climb of our route. Our host encouraged us to make an early start (I think he was worried about us), offered us an early breakfast and assured us the climb would be very steep, but the terrain would be doable.
In preparation, Reg unloaded some unnecessary items from his pack. He also made a couple small strap adjustments that made a world of difference. As a result, we arrived (without a problem) in Saugues right about noon. Just in time for lunch.
Day 4 – Saugues to Le Villeret
Our lodging last night (Wednesday) was in a hostel where we shared a Pilgrim meal – family style with 20 other Pilgrims. Our dinner companions were two Swedish women who wanted to speak English. Perfect!
Day 5 – Le Villeret to St. Alban
Temperatures remained in the 90s as the trail undulated between 3,500 feet and 4,300 feet of elevation. The good news is, we are finding that, yes, we can do this!
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