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  • TravelerCamino Portuguese
    1
    Day 1

    Camino Portuguese

    May 9 in Portugal ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C

    I took a break from the Camino and made a slow trip from south east Portugal to Northwest Portugal by train and bus. I met Sheila my wife for a few days at an apartment that she had rented in Vienna de Castillo and then started walking the Camino Portuguese from there.
    Jenny, a friend from the states joined me for the first day. The walk included a boring part, a very interesting part, and an impressive thunderstorm. We were invited to take shelter by a construction crew working near the Camino, and we’re later joined by an assortment of other pilgrims. We later found a coffee shop and a taxi pulled up just in time to return Jenny to our starting point. I continued a little further to what promises to be a very good Albergue. A gentleman from Lithuania has headed down the road, looking for a bottle of wine and promising a second birthday party.    Read more

  • TravelerPortugiesischer Jakobsweg
    2
    Day 8

    8.3 Eine große Herausforderung: Rubiães

    May 2 in Portugal ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C

    Immer und immer wieder geht's bergauf 🔼 und bergab 🔽..., mittlerweile über steinigen Untergrund.
    Achtung ‼️ Rutschgefahr ‼️

    Erstmal durchatmen, wenn man die Ebene nach dem Aufstieg 🧗‍♂️erreicht hat, dann die Hoffnung "DAS WAR'S JETZT"...,
    aber die Hoffnung stirbt bekanntlich zuletzt.
    Der gelbe Caminho Pfeil weist den Weg..., und zwar hinauf 🤦.

    Am höchsten Punkt der Etappe zeigt der Höhenmesser 470.
    Wir können bald nicht mehr 🥵.

    Wo's hochgeht, geht's auch wieder runter...

    Nach 19,2 km erreichen wir unsere Unterkunft, die "Casa das Lagas"🤗.    Read more

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  • Lisa KalettaCamino Portugués
    2
    Day 8

    Viana do Castelo

    May 1 in Portugal ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C

    The final kilometers to Viana de Castelo were exhausting for my feet since they lead me through cobblestone roads most of the time.
    However, after reaching my destination of today, I took some rest and treated me to a nice dinner after mostly living on supermarket stuff and tostadas (😩) the last days. And kook at the last picture...these guys serve white wine from the tap 😂Read more

  • Lisa KalettaCamino Portugués
    Day 8

    Vila Praia de Âncora & Afife

    May 1 in Portugal ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C

    Within 10 minutes, the ferry crossed Rio Miño which is the border between Spain and Portugal. And within 10 minutes, I gained 60 minutes since there is 1 hour time difference between the 2 countries.

    I felt a bit sad to leave Spain and honestly, I had a hard time today to not speak Spanish to the people here 😂 I got so used to it during the last weeks 🥲
    On the other hand, I was curious to see Portugal for the very first time in my life!
    Definitely, Portugal made some impression on me on the very first kilometers! After passing the first city and its suburbs with luxurious houses, I followed a path along the sea which is - you will know already - the most beautiful facet of the pilgrimage for me!    Read more

  • TravelerPortugiesischer Jakobsweg
    22
    Day 6

    6.3 Fünfte Etappe: Vitorino dos Piäes

    April 30 in Portugal ⋅ 🌧 14 °C

    Trotz des Regens 🌧️ haben wir KEINE schlechte Laune.
    Allein beim Anblick des kräftigen Grüns der Gräser 💚 oder des sonnigen Gelbs 💛 der Blumen am Straßenrand bleibt es Einem warm ums Herz 💞.
    Dieses Gefühl ist schwer zu beschreiben, muss man wahrscheinlich selbst erleben um zu verstehen ❣️

    Mittlerweile bewegen 🥾 wir uns schon auf der "Rua da Fonte Quente", der Straße auf der sich unsere heutige Unterkunft 💤🛏️💤 befindet.
    Na, wer sagt's denn, das letzte Stück ging ja doch schneller als gedacht.
    Allerdings, muss ich sagen, für mich ist das hier keine Straße, sondern eher ein Feldweg.

    Wir kommen im Landhaus "Casa Rural O Estábulo de Valinhas" unter. Die Pension liegt in einem schönen, alten, renovierten Anwesen direkt am Jakobsweg.
    Beim Einchecken bestellen wir direkt ein Abendessen einschließlich hausgemachten Vinho Verdes (Weißwein). Es gibt Nudeln mit Gemüse und Nudeln mit Hähnchenfleisch, vorweg selbstgemachtes Knoblauchbrot 🥖.
    Sitzen an einer langen Tafel 🍽️ mit den anderen Pilgern 🥾 und genießen das Zusammensein.
    Es wird erzählt 🗣️ und zugehört 👂, solange bis sich letztendlich einer nach dem anderen wegen Bettschwere 🥱 verabschiedet und für den nächsten Tag einen
    "Bom Caminho" wünscht.

    Heute, bei sehr nassem Wetter 🌧️, eine Strecke von 20,9 km zurückgelegt.    Read more

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  • TravelerCamino Deb
    111
    Day 8–9

    Back on the grid!

    April 28 in Portugal ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C

    Noelle and I hiked 13 miles from Ponte de Lima to Rubiaes, Portugal over cobblestones, rocks, streams and steep mountain! Went through rural towns and then the BIG mountain. It was unexpected and seemed never ending. Every opportunity for water fall or fresh water we welcomed and was necessary. We thanked Mother Nature plenty.

    We didn’t realize power was out most of the day until we got to our Albergue, 4 twin beds in one room with private bathroom. Cells are charging again now. Kenny arrived safely and we meet him tomorrow and I can hardly wait 🥰    Read more

  • Jayme PorkolabJayme’s Camino Portugués
    2111116
    Day 26

    Day 23 - No power

    April 28 in Portugal ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F

    “And God said, 'Let there be light' and there was light, but the Electricity Board said He would have to wait until Thursday to be connected.”—-Spike Milligan

    Since Portugal, Spain, and who knows who else is without power, I thought I’d start off with the humorous quote above. But seriously I come out of a very long walk in the woods and stop at a restaurant to be told no food but they do have warm beer or soft drinks. What happened?

    Today I walked from Sao Roque to Tui. So I am officially in Spain! Only ~116k / 72m to go. Lots of pilgrims were on the road today. And it was hot! That is why I enjoyed the wooded portions of today’s walk.

    Sitting in dark hotel room and I did treat myself to the Paradore. A little luxury before I begin the last part of my journey which has some steep hills (ugh)

    So adieu, going to get an early start tomorrow    Read more

  • Jayme PorkolabJayme’s Camino Portugués
    1
    1121313
    Day 25

    Day 22 - Faces

    April 27 in Portugal ⋅ ☀️ 52 °F

    “The face is the mirror of the mind, and eyes without speaking confess the secrets of the heart.”—-St. Jerome

    Today I went from Vitorino dos Piaes to Sao Rogue. During this whole trip I have seen so many interesting faces. Faces that hold many stories; you can see it in their eyes and in each line on their face.

    At first I was hesitant to ask to take their photo, but during my walk today I started to ask a few people. No one said no and they all liked seeing the photo I took. So moving forward you will see more pics of faces. I also imagine you may be bored with the landscapes, woods, churches, etc but be forewarned, you’ll still see plenty of those too.

    Tonight I am staying at a country house, Quinta Da Granda. Isabela and her husband own the property. She shared that there once was a baron who went broke. He couldn’t pay his workers, so he gave them some of his assets. Among his most loyal workers was her husband’s mother or father (Isabela’s English is limited) and they were gifted this house and land. It’s very pretty and they are very accommodating hosts. The rooms are private and have en suites.

    She drove myself and 3 other pilgrims to a restaurant that was pilgrim central. There had to be at least 40 pilgrims dining there. Many had passed me on the road today and I saw a couple of my German friends from last night. Dined with my housemates, 2 of the Germans, a girl from Italy, and a girl from Latvia. My housemates are a mother and daughter from Rhode Island, and a young man from Luxembourg

    My goal is to reach Tui tomorrow which will allow me to have shorter walk days into Santiago since some of the hills will be steep.    Read more

  • TravelerCamino De Santiago - Portugues
    1
    1131
    Day 12

    Day 4 - Esposende to Anha

    April 15, 2024 in Portugal ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F

    We covered 13 miles of a very different walk today. Moving inland from the beach a couple of miles put us in a different world. It changed from boardwalks on the beach to mountain trails and quiet villages. The path was very much like walking the Galicia region of the Camino Frances. It was cool with a light wind and wonderful smells of the forest.

    A highlight was crossing a river on a simple bridge in the middle of nowhere, it was a beautiful spot that felt magical.

    Once we came out of the forest we had a nice stroll by some churches and then a stop for a “Pilgrims Meal” at a small bar. Then to our Albergue (hostel) to recharge, wash clothes and prepare for tomorrow. Another amazing day!    Read more

  • TravelerCamino Santiago - Portuguese
    1
    Day 25

    Afternoon Daylight

    May 9 in Portugal ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C

    What a difference from. Mid morning. After the thunderstorm passed, I got back out on the Camino and it was cold at first but with each passing step, my body seemed to warm up just a little bit until the sun broke out through the clouds with birds chirping, brooks and streams flowing, and the trickle of water on the path. The sun seemed to start to dry everything out.

    It was another beautiful afternoon passing by river after river, walking through the forest of the foothills and descending upon our next town. Once checked in and cleaned up I was able to go out to the beach for the first time and actually dip my toes and feet into the frigid waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Once back at the hotel I indulged in a Turkish bath and sauna took full advantage of my weary muscles and got my muscles recharged before going out to dinner - guess where? Yep, pizza. I finally figured out why I do Pizza so much, well, one of the reasons why I do pizza so much They open earlier than the Portuguese restaurants and I just can’t be eating at a restaurant that opens at 7:30.

    I Got some beautiful pictures of sunset which was at like 8:45 PM. Also took a picture of the town Square which I realize I haven’t been getting a lot of pictures of town, so I will be doing a better job of getting pictures of each town.    Read more

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