Day 7 Los Arcos – Viana – 18.5km
My abiding memories of this day are of the rain in summer, the deep ravines, and the bar owner in Torres del Rio. The first time I walked the Camino it rained heavily this day – in July! There are very deep steep ravines between Sansol and Torres del Rio, and it is hilly afterwards for a while. I was welcomed into the bar in Torres del Rio by the bar owner saying welcome to the place with no bulls and no river – there is a very small stream.
Although the day start at about 450 meters and finishes at 400 meters the high point of the day is nearly 600 meters and it is a very hilly day with many ups and downs; therefore it is harder than it will appear on the map. Many also do not stop walking in Viana but choose to continue to Logrono.
However I highly recommend staying in Viana. The hostel here is very clean, the beds are three high so watch out, and they have a good kitchen with washing machine. In addition to this it is a beautiful old Spanish town with greats view over the surrounding countryside.
There are plenty of stops for water and food along the route today.
What to see:
- Church of Santo Sepulchre – Octagonal Romanesque Church – Torres del Rio
- Church of Santa Maria – Gothic construction
Resources: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Navarre