Arrival in Saint Jean Pied du Port

The airline wanted to leave me in Madrid, but I insisted to get rebooked to a flight to San Sebastian - 80 km from Biaritz. Thank God I used the waiting time at Madrid airport to schedule a transfer to Saint Jean Pied du Port, because the whole airport was deserted except my driver waiting for me.

Once in the taxi it started raining cats and dogs. When we tried to get on the motorway we got stuck and nothing moved." The police is checking all trucks entering the motorway as we are approaching France", said my Spanish driver. After we were stuck behind a truck for 15 minutes with no movement he turned around taking an alternative route. Something seems to be constantly in the way, but I am too enthusiastic to let anything bother me:))
He chauffeured me with a Mercedes E class - not exactly a humble arrival in Saint Jean Pied du Port, but my only chance to get where I wanted to be. He thought my Spanish was good enough to talk with me in 'speedy Gonzales' pace in Spanish. Upon arrival he treated me like all people do with a heart full 'Bon Camino' and a final advice: "don't forget to buy and eat dry fruits every day - it will safe you from muscle pain".

The mideavall village greeted us even with some dry wheather. My 2 star hotel for the ridiculous price of €92 was right behind the old city walls.  Thank God though that I had a reservation, because at my arrival - 6 pm - all hostels had already the 'sorry, we are completely booked' sign in the window.

In my room I unpacked my backpack and had to realize that I missed some essential things: rain cover for the bag pack ( heavy rain in the forecast for tomorrow), flashlight and hat. A convenience store next to the hotel had all the essentials and even a walking stick, which is highly recommended to protect oneself from attacking dogs.

It's time I go to bed now - it was a long day. I hope I can sleep even with the loud noises of excitement from a lady across the courtyard who seems to enjoy a good hour of sex ( close the window please!!!!:))