Castelo-Ancora #4

#4 a really enjoyable 19 km walk along winding lanes from Viana do Castelo to Vila Praia da Ancora. You have to keep a watchful eye for directions 🙂🙂🙂. Away from the coast we worked our way through incredibly quiet villages wondering if anyone was behind the stone walls. I met a ‘lord’ whose family was granted honours defending the king against the Moors and had held the family crest for six centuries. Lots of great gardens, the odd cow and an entrepreneurial couple who set up the best cafe in their garden. Mild weather great for walking, doing my washing and even have an electric jug in my room!!!Read more