Santo Domingo de la Calzada 13.9.25
There is an optional trip into nearby Burgos today which most travellers take. We always felt that we would need a rest day (even if we had not already had one) today so we are staying put. Santo Domingo de la Calzada is dead on the Camino Way which runs through the town centre and so when we go out for a wander around we can actually see some of the travellers making their way (or actually lunching in most cases).
Parador 13.9.25
The sun does shine in this part of the world after all and we have it today so the wander around is very pleasant. The outside of the Parador looks modern but hidden inside is a former hospital building dating from the 12th century. Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada has various magnificent lounges, plus a modest bar where drinks can be obtained.
Having been a little unhappy at dinner last night the same group of six dined together in a little restaurant just across the way from the hotel and had possibly the best meal of the week here. We were not quite the last to leave the restaurant – but almost last which I suspect speaks for itself. Well looked after by the staff this evening and a decent end to the week, apart from the journey home.