Getaria to Deba- Stepping through time

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The path from Getaria to Deba was a trial with steep inclines and declines, all the way, 
A highlight was the rock formations at Algorri Cove. There is a rich geographical history in the layers of rock including evidence of the mass extinction believed to have been caused by a meteor strike in the Gulf of Mexico, You can see a thin black line found to contain fossil evidence of biota 70% of which has not showed up since-including that of dinosaurs,

Layer upon layer

And the coastal views continued as well 

The sight of a refreshment van was welcome after several hours of up and down.

I also had the opportunity to visit the church of Our Lady of Itziar

It was refreshing to have an open country side church to visit- with the opportunity to have your Camino passport stamped.

There were stretches of flat shady green - always welcome !

Tonight I am booked into the ‘penthouse’ above Deba Railway Station - 🤔 

The square this evening was a friendly family place. I enjoyed watching the comings and goings,


A good day, a tough walk at times, and much to look forward to- and my scratches and bruises are healing. Thanks again for all your messages 🙏





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  1. Chrissy14 October 2023 at 12:53

    Onya Dad - and glad to know your wounds are healing!

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  2. Anonymous15 October 2023 at 03:38

    Hola Miguel, what an amazing stage - hard work! I see a few other peregrinos on the way, how are the numbers? No churros yet?? BC Neils

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