Start of the Portugese Coastal Camino- Porto Cathedral

Down the stairs in Porto heading to the river.

Walking East along the Douro river leaving Porto and heading to the Atlantic.

Looking forward to reaching Santiago de Compostela... but we've got a long way left to go!

After the first detour, we found a place to stop for snacks and drinks.

A lady called out to us from her balcony and told us to turn left. So we did and saw decorated boats

Cachorro - a hot dog with ham and cheese in a panini... really good

Vila do Conde's massive monastery-the government kicked them out and took it over

Cod grilled fresh on the coal BBQ in front of the restaurant and then bathed in olive oil.

Day 1 - Porto to Vila do Conde

Aug 17–18, 2024 in Portugal ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F

First day on the camino, leaving Porto Cathedral and heading to Vila do Conde. We walked for roughly 22 miles alongside the Duoro River and then the Atlantic Ocean on boardwalks and cobblestone streets. We saw beaches, endured some significant winds, ate fresh seafood, took a couple of detours, and couldn't wait to lay our sore bodies down at the end of it all!Read more