Mansilla. entering Leon. 11.8 miles
9 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 48 °F
Easy day to today. Entered Leon
, a beautiful city. Then took a long nap. Now, time to explore.
Leon to San Martin. 21 km
10 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
We got a late start do to the Saturday Bus Schedule. We didn’t get on the bus that take you to the edge of Leon until 8:30am, two hours later than our usual start. So we are at San Martin tonight,Читать далее
ПутешественникHi daddy-o! our power just got restored so my phone is charging and I'm able to catch up with your journey! Love you very much!
San Martin to Astoga 15 miles
11 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
Beautiful walk to Astorga. I got to walk through one of my favorite towns, Hospital de Ortega and again see its mid evil bridge. Coming in to Astorga holds many surprising. I got to see my drinkingЧитать далее
Astorga to Foncebadon 16.2 miles
12 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
This was a long hike today. 16.2 miles The hike started out with a gradual up hill but the last 4 miles it got steep snd long. Highlight of the day was stopping at the Cowboy Bar in El Ganso. We madeЧитать далее
Greg JonesHi honey. It’s not cold but we were hit by rain today. We’re in Ponferrada. This morning I put down Annie’s stone at Cruse Ferro. Very emotional. I love you
Foncebadon to Ponferrads
13 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ 🌧 52 °F
Emotional day. I left stones in honor of my Granddaughter and Father at Cruse Ferro. I broke down.
Ponferrada to Villafranca
14 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
A beautiful 16 mile hike today through vineyards. It started by passing the Knights Templar Castle in Ponferrada.
Villafranca to La Faba
15 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ⛅ 55 °F
What a beautiful day of walking. We left Villafranca late for us. 7:00. The walk went up the mountain through beautiful villages. The walk had an “Oregon” feel. Down trees and logs along the road.Читать далее
La Faba to Fonfria
15 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
Only 11 miles today. But they were “up” miles. The last two days has been mountain climbing days. My little old legs are plumb tuckered out. . The mountain scenery was amazing.
ПутешественникAll those happy young people. I do so wish I had been adventurous when I was young!
Fonfria to Sierra via Samos
17 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☁️ 77 °F
What a beautiful days hike. There’s another alternative route that I took 4 years ago but it’s not near as pretty going through Samos. Samos is longer but so pretty. The Monastery in Samos is theЧитать далее
Sarria to Portomarine.
18 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
Another beautiful day of walking. We passed the 100 km (62 miles point) and headed for Portomarin. The village of Portomarin had to be moved upslope to get ready for a dam that was being build and aЧитать далее
Portomarin to Palace del Ray
19 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
Beautiful countryside. It’s very reminiscent of the hills around the Willamette Valley.
Three more days to Santiago-yeah!!
Palace del Rea to Arzua
20 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
Made it to Arzua. Had octopus for the first time in Melide, it was wonderful!!
Greg JonesYep, it has gone by fast. The day after tomorrow we’ll be in Santiago. I wish you were here honey. I love you
Aruza to O Pedroso
21 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
More and more gorgeous farmland to look at but not much photo opportunity. Tomorrow’s the big day, We enter Santiago de Compostela. It will be emotional!! We did pass today the house of bottles.Читать далее
Santiago at Last
22 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
We made it, we’re in Santiago de Compostela. Another Camino de Santiago done-yeah. 500 miles in 33 days. One day shorter than when I did it four years ago I feel very humbled snd privileged.
Greg JonesThank you Whitney. I feel so privileged to be here for the second time. All of you are doing a great job. You’ll be here soon.
Day in Santiago de Compostela
23 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ⛅ 68 °F
We had a nice day dominated by the Noon Mass at the Santiago Cathedral. The highlight was seeing the swinging Butafumiero or swinging incense. We also got to see the Tomb of St. James and hisЧитать далее
Last Day in Finisterre
24 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
It’s sad to say goodbye to Finisterre. I really do love this place. It is so beautiful!! Mucia is gorgeous too. But we’ll head out tomorrow back to Santiago and then down to Portugal. I walked outЧитать далее
ПутешественникSomeone said —-“Do not be sad that it is over; be glad that it happened.”
Greg JonesYes, I’m very happy it happened. In fact after the surgery that I had last year, I’m externally grateful!!! I said a little prayer today thanking god for giving me the strength to do the Camino.
ПутешественникThank yourself. You worked hard to get there and complete that walk!
Finisterre
24 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
Resting a couple of days in Finistere or the End of the World. The Roman’s thought that Finisterre was as far west as you could go. So. It was the End of the World. It’s also the end of my Camino.Читать далее
Last Day in Santiago de Compostela
28 сентября 2022 г., Испания ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Tomorrow we head for Portugal but today was Museum day in Santiago. First we went to the Pilgrims - Camino museum. Its a wonderful place that tells the story on the Camino de Santiago. Second, we wentЧитать далее
Greg JonesI don’t think so. We’ll probably have to head back to Madrid to come home. There in Spain 10 days longer than me.
Porto - Port Tasting
30 сентября 2022 г., Португалия ⋅ ☀️ 55 °F
The best Port in the World in Porto last night. Feeling a little tired today.
Porto - touring
30 сентября 2022 г., Португалия ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
Porto is truly a magnificent city. Beauty is everywhere you look. This morning I walked along the River and marveled at all the traditional harbor and fishing boats. Plus, I went to the Cathedral toЧитать далее
ПутешественникDinner?? We’re just having breakfast at Vivian’s! 😂😂. Glad to hear that all is well and you’re having a great time.
ПутешественникBeautiful city. Reminds me of Portland when I first moved to West Coast
Goodbye Porto-Hello Beach/Ocean
2 октября 2022 г., Португалия ⋅ ⛅ 59 °F
After 4 wonderful days in Porto I’ve migrated to a beautiful beach front town called Vila do Conde. It’s 18 miles northwest of Porto. I snagged a two bedroom beachfront condo for 4-5 days for onlyЧитать далее
Vila do Conde
3 октября 2022 г., Португалия ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
Outside my deck, while sipping my morning Cafe con Leche, I see Pilgrims heading north on the Portuguese Camino. This could be me next year about this time🤪🤠. The white building is the CatholicЧитать далее
ПутешественникWe made it to Guanajuato...a different Spanish speaking place! Love seeing your happy face!🤗
Greg JonesThank you honey for letting me know your safe and sound. Are Jim and Amy with you? I hope you have just a wonderful time, see you soon.
