Today was another day of glorious weather on the sunny Algarve. Well, not really. This was the view from the hotel terrace as I left.
The rain lasted throughout the day. Sometimes it was torrential, sometimes it was drizzling, but it was ever – present. The re was water everywhere, so that dry gullies became rushing torrents.
For all that, it was still a satisfying day. My body is starting to adapt to the rhythms of a long distance walk. The first half hour of the day no longer feels as painful, the pack doesn’t feel as onerous, and the miles seem to pass more easily. It’s a good feeling.
And who knows … tomorrow might even be dryer.
Day 4 Route: Alte to Sao Bartolomeo de Messines. Terrain: tracks, footpaths, minor roads. Weather: Rain throughout, occasionally windy. Daily distance: 19.3 km/12.0 miles. Cumulative distance: 80.9 km/50.2 miles. Accommodation: Bartolomeo Guesthouse, Sao Bartolomeo de Messines.
Come Wind, Come Weather 