I had a few moments to text our friend Mark Wilson after my tortilla experience in Betanzos. After thoroughly thanking him for the recommendation, he sent encouraging words about the walk out of Betanzos and into Hospital de Bruma. He explained it, was an uphill climb out of town, but the rest was pretty decent. I took him at his word. Suffice to say, it was an arduous 19.66 miles, but who’s counting?
While it was the most strenuous walk of the Ingles Way, it was also one of the most breathtaking. Most of it is on quiet paths and peaceful country lanes. These are the times when I seem best able to reflect on the things I need to, even if they are not the things I may want to ponder. I walked through considerable introspections, and although tired at the end of the day, my heart felt much lighter.
The small village of Hospital de Bruma is a municipality of Mesia in the province of A Coruna. The importance of this small village both now and centuries ago has to do with the old pilgrim’s hospital, which existed as early as 1175. These hospitals were strategically located to aid those on pilgrimage.
We stayed in Meson do Vento at a delightful Pension run by a family from Peru. They were incredibly kind to us, and it had begun to rain, so we stayed in all evening and enjoyed our time with them. After a nice meal and a warm shower, we snuggled up in our room and had a much-deserved rest.
You are loved.
Buen Camino
Tom and Nancy’s Journeys 
Tom and Nancy, you two look wonderful. That walk out of Betanzos was the worst of the Camino Ingles. But in the end, it was worth it. We also stayed in Meson do Vento. We are so excited to hear all about your travels when you return. We love you both!! Mark and Susan.
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