But owner will come and get you, and drive you back to Arzua the day after! Definitely, worth the detour!

Yeah I know pilgims are meant to stay in 10 euro Alberges but after a long day walking and the risk of rain it was good to have a night pre booked at Casa Brandariz where we warmed up by an open fire, were served delicious home cooked food and local wine, and slept soundly in a comfy bed with en suite facilities. The next morning a more than we could eat breakfast was provided. The proprieter arranged a pick up from Arzua (we phoned him when we got there) and return the next morning. In this part of Spain little English is spoken but the staff were very helpful and we managed to understand each other. Overall a brilliant little part of real Spain waiting to be discovered.

Cannot speak more highly about the staff and the hotel! This was fantastic! Beautiful ‘rustic’ castle in the countryside-showers with soooo much water pressure; unbelievably helpful and friendly staff throughout (cleaning staff, chef, reception and spa staff all lovely)!