Once Carrión is behind you, the long straight stretch begins. An old Roman road draws you through the open land of the Meseta. For the first few hours there is no village and little shade. Just the horizon and your own rhythm.
The difference in elevation is almost nil. But flat isn’t the same as easy. The same straight line, kilometre after kilometre, can wear you down, especially in the sun or a headwind. For many pilgrims, this is exactly the day when the mind empties.
Terradillos de los Templarios is a quiet village. The name refers to the Templars. You arrive after almost 7 hours of walking. So buy food and drink for the way in Carrión. Ask about the food trucks.