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The train to Leon yesterday was almost empty. It was almost a metaphor for the countryside from Madrid to Leon - outside of a few cities and villages, the terrain was very dry, open and flat - and very few homes or people. It looked very empty.

I spent half an hour walking around Leon waiting for the final train. They have a nice river with parks and walkways on both sides,

The train to Astorga was a modest step down in finish compared to the previous train - but still quite acceptable. What I did not anticipate was nightfall prior to getting to Astorga. A wee tension set in as the stations are poorly lit with no visible signage. The announcements were barely audible from my seat. A woman who spoke no english assisted and I got off at the right place - to Ted waiting on the platform. Yahoo - the four stage odyssey was over and all went well.

Off to the hotel - very nice - a beer and salad dinner - also very nice - and a very welcome shower and sleep - WONDERFULL.
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