The Castle Hike

I needed to get out of the apartment to do some exercise. There roads are so narrow here that it is almost impossible to walk any distance without constantly dodging cars. At the entrance of the complex is a steep, steep hill which I figured i would walk up and down, say 10 times. That ought to do the trick.

So off I went the hill was incredibly steep and I thought that this was going to be very boring as well as murder on the knees coming back down time and time again. I was surprised when I arrived at the top of the driveway as it took a sharp turn to the right and kept on going.

Okay a viable alternative, so I kept going up and up. Most of the roadway was dirt with concrete pavement in just a few places. As it was 1000 in the morning it was rather hot. But what the heck I kept going as it had to end somewhere.............hopefully!

I passed several cars on the way down and the folks inside gave me a puzzled look as if to say, "why in the hell are you walking up this badass hill when it is 30c+." I just waved and smiled at them and continued upwards.

 I passed quiet a few houses some holiday rentals and others permanent homes. A few were shack-like whilst the majority were substantial homes often with a pool. One thing they all had in common was the magnificent views across Coral Bay to the British Virgin Islands.

I finally made it to a sign which stated the Castle was ahead. The road became even more pot-holed and rough and slightly overgrown. I hoped this was the end of the line.

I rounded a corner and there in front of me was a stone battlement. The castle. I climbed the last few paces to the castle and looked around. Magnificent! What a vista.

Just on 19 minutes to the top and excellent workout. The view makes the gut-busting climb worthwhile. The trek down was hard on the knees but the compensation was that you got to observe the great view.

Out and back in 45 minutes a great view and workout and something I hope to do regularly for the remainder of my stay.