Today I crossed Leon Mountains. The landscape, very monotonous since few days became much more interesting. I will stay overnight in Ponferrada – university town spread out in the big valley. The highlight of Ponferrada is picturesque medieval castle once ruled by the Templars.
Bingo! Today -in Wednesday the entrance to the castle is free! I saved 6 euro! There is a nice view from the walls of the castle and also interesting exhibitions – I liked most the old manuscripts in the Templar’s Library. If you still have enough power at the end of the day you can climb narrow stone steps to the top of the Castillo Viejo – for the better view of basilica church (fortunately no cathedral here to pay next entry fee)
