We woke up in the picnic area of San Nicolás del Puerto after a night where Renata didn't sleep too well because she had a bit of heatburn, and Mateusz slept like an angel, and we got up a bit later than we wanted. But ready we were to face the hot roads again.
This time, there were plenty of trees along the way, which made the crisp, golden grass and herbs stand out against the bright and dark greens. We really love this landscape.
After climbing for a while, we started a long, beautiful descent that led us to a great swim in a reservoir. There were a lot of goats with a very stylish herdsman, whom we like to call the “cowboy”. And the swim was so nice, the water was at a perfect temperature to go in very easily.
Of course, we planned to ride for 80 or 90 kilometres again, but after 46 kilometres, we needed to call it a day. It was just too beautiful not to stay. There was a fresh watercourse (Arroyo de Guadalora) where we could dip ourselves, but better than that, just explore it. We walked in the water for a good hour, we saw frogs and many birds, luckily enough, a kingfisher, and we got a picture of what we now know is a Eurasian nuthatch. All that area is stunning, and there are a few hiking trails around.
It felt like the first wild camping spot of our trip, since we had stayed in picnic or rest areas in the previous days. Because we arrived very early, we did it all: sat on the chairs, filtered water, cooked big, and just enjoyed the place.
The only downside of the place was a big tick that Mateusz found in his hand - the biggest that bit us so far. We hope nothing happens, as he noticed it very quickly because of its huge size.
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Day 8 - 07.09.2025 | San Nicolás del Puerto - Arroyo de Guadalora | 46.4km, +476m
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