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  • TravelerPortugiesischer Jakobsweg
    32
    Day 12

    12.1 Elfte Etappe: Pontevedra

    May 6 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 10 °C

    Der Weg raus aus "Redondela" 🏘️ führt uns zunächst Richtung Meeresbucht 🌊, dahin wo wir gestern schonmal waren. Allerdings biegen wir kurz vorher in eine kleine Straße ab.

    Es geht über Teerpisten und zunehmend steiler bergauf 🔼, jetzt durch schattigen Wald 🌳, dann wieder Straßenbelag.
    An einer Steinmauer 🧱, die wir passieren, haben Pilger 🥾 Jakobsmuscheln mit Widmungen oder andere Souvenirs, wie Armbänder, Flaggen und Aufkleber hinterlassen.
    Es geht nochmal wenige Meter steil bergauf, dann wieder ein bissl bergab 🔽, dann etwas ebener.
    Unsere Mühen werden belohnt mit einem tollen 👀 Ausblick 👀 auf die Meeresbucht 🌊"Ria de Vigo" und die Brücke von "Cesantes"🏘️.

    Mein Gott..., ist DAS schööön❣️

    Wenig später erreichen wir das Dorf "Arcade" 🏘️. Kurz hinter dem Ortseingang ein Waschplatz.

    Auf der Tafel ist folgendes zu lesen
    🤓: Es handelt sich um ein Beispiel für ein Element der traditionellen galicischen Architektur, das aus einem Brunnen mit fließendem Wasser für die Häuser und einem Waschplatz besteht, der über ein geneigtes Becken mit Wasserzufluss verfügt, um Kleidung zu waschen. Solche Elemente waren sehr verbreitet in ländlichen Gebieten und kleinen Dörfern Galiciens.
    Darüber hinaus waren diese Orte auch soziale Treffpunkte für Frauen. Während die Männer in den Feldern arbeiteten, trafen sich die Frauen hier, um zu waschen, sich zu unterhalten und sich gegenseitig zu helfen.

    Dieser Waschplatz scheint hier in "Arcade" 🏘️ nur zur Erläuterung der Historie zu dienen.
    Wir haben allerdings in kleinen Dörfern 🏘️ schon gesehen, dass diese Waschplätze von den Dorfbewohner zum Wäschewaschen genutzt werden.    Read more

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  • TravelerPortugiesischer Jakobsweg
    22
    Day 10

    10.4 Wir überqueren die Grenze

    May 4 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C

    Wir entscheiden uns für den "Camiño Complimentario" 🤩 und halten uns an der Wegkreuzung links.
    Ab jetzt müssen wir auf die Bezeichnung "C. Complimentario" achten❗
    Es soll sich hier auf weiten Strecken um einen historischen Jakobsweg handeln, der durch die örtliche Jakobusgesellschaft gangbar gemacht wurde 🤓.

    Es bedarf nun keiner weiteren Erzählung, die Bilder 📷 sprechen für sich.    Read more

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  • TravelerPortugiesischer Jakobsweg
    2
    Day 10

    10.3 Wir überqueren die Grenze

    May 4 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C

    Einen Einkehrschwung ☕🥖 nehmen wir im Café "Ponte das Febres", brauchen Kaffee und eine kleine Stärkung, weil wir noch nicht gefrühstückt haben.

    Angekommen an einer historischen Steinbrücke führt der Weg entlang des "Rio Louro" 🤩 bis wir den Ortseingang von "Orbenlle" 🏘️ erreichen.
    Hier gibt's nun die Möglichkeit den Weg durch das Industriegebiet 🏭 zu vermeiden.
    Wir entscheiden uns für den "Camiño Complimentario", den schönen "neuen" Weg.    Read more

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  • TravelerOne patch at a time
    22
    Day 12

    Wee patch of travel

    May 3 in Spain ⋅ 🌧 16 °C

    Today began with a tiny patch of sun as we left Baiona by bus to Vigo and another bus to Redondela. We skipped walking through Vigo as there is little community support for the Camino, making it more difficult to navigate and access services. We still managed over our 10,000 steps and will return to walking tomorrow morning from Redondela. Rain is forecast and we expect to be back to our ponchos.
    Today's we saw a delightful parade of old cars, beautiful churches and interesting signs. We went grocery shopping and poked through all the aisles hoping that some of the delicious foods we have come to love may one day appear on our Canadian shelves. We met some absolutely beautiful people who welcome us with hugs and kisses and speak of their love for Canada. We are feeling proud🇨🇦    Read more

  • TravelerCamino Portuguese 2025
    23322
    Day 30

    100 kilometers

    May 2 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 66 °F

    Another lovely walking day. It rained overnight, and we left O Porrino just as it was ending, heading to Redondela. Most of the walk today was through villages and mostly on hardcase. And, we had to go up and over a pretty sizeable hill. The going up wasn't too bad as it was broken into sections with flat parts between them to catch your breath and get some rest for the legs. But the downhill was not nearly so kind. It was straight down all the way to the bottom with no break. It was especially hard being on asphalt the whole time since it was so steep you almost felt as though you couldn't get secure footing. Having a 14 lb backpack being pulled by gravity to get to the bottom faster than I was going, didn't help. I did end up with a bit of a sore knee, but hopefully it will be better tomorrow.
    The special thing about today was we hit the 100km left marker. It is somewhat bittersweet. Part of me (my heart and soul) is sad that my Camino is ending. And part of me (my knees and feet) would be doing a celebratory dance if it had the energy.
    I have to give some recognition to Kenny. He didn't train at all, and only walked his first real day yesterday. But he tackled the hills with ease and was still able to get out later in the evening for dinner. I was surprised by his strength and stamina.    Read more

  • TravelerCamino Deb
    15122314
    Day 12–13

    Redondela

    May 2 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C

    We timed our departure perfectly and missed the rain this morning. Saw more pilgrims today in big clusters as well as many bicyclists. Different terrains and liked best the soft earth within the Forest. Stopped at cafe in Mos and power went out before Noelle could get a cup of tea. Power returned shortly thereafter but we were ready to head out.

    With Labor Day holiday yesterday, we couldn’t get dinner reservation until 10:30 pm but had a great meal and some local street kids were playing with soccer ball and we were able to have him take a group photo of us.

    My cold is still present and not stopping me and a day behind Noelle’s we think so should be getter better soon.

    We walked 10 miles today and finally found a restaurant around 3 pm for lunch and drinks. When we were ready to leave, the rain came down heavily. Luckily 10 minute walk to our 3 bedroom apartment for the night right on El Camino route. Planning a 13 mile walk to Pontevedra tomorrow.

    Another good day.    Read more

  • Jayme PorkolabJayme’s Camino Portugués
    113211
    Day 30

    Day 27 - Rocky roads

    May 2 in Spain ⋅ 🌧 54 °F

    "Be grateful for the journey of life, with all its twist and turns, detours, and diversions. We often learn much from the rocky road than from the smooth path." —-unknown

    Today I went from Pontesampaio to Pontevedra. A little rain in the beginning but it cleared and didn’t rain again until I reached my hostel.

    The path today was mainly in the woods. At one point the path entering the woods was a steep decline, as if you were journeying to inner earth. I don’t believe the photo adequately captured it.

    And the walk on the woods was no ‘walk in the park’ so to speak. There were long stretches of paths that were made of boulders and the recent rain made walking on them very slippery and treacherous. Then there was the mud; lots of mud. Thank goodness for trekking poles; they saved me more than once from falling or twisting an ankle. Add to that the numerous cyclists who didn’t announce themselves and would whiz by. Portions of the path were very crowed with large groups of 15+ people. When I encounter them, I hang back and let them get far enough ahead that I can enjoy my solitude again.

    While on the wooded path I ran into Alex from Denmark who Arlene and I had met at an Aubergue very early on the Lisbon to Porto portion. He is veering off to go on the Spiritual path at Pontevedra, so maybe he will run into Arlene and family

    In the middle of the woods a gentleman had set up shop offering fresh fruit, water, snacks, and a place to rest for a donation. He was a happy bloke who spoke very little English, but his smile was contagious

    Once I arrived Pontevedra, as I was walking to the area for my hostel, I thought I heard someone yelling my name and then felt a tap on my shoulder. It was Sarah and Nick from the UK who I had shared an Aubergue 2 nights ago (Breaking Bread). Nick is the Scott who identifies as a Britt because he has been there so long. I ended up having an early dinner with them and, as usual, the conversation was lively. We finally took a selfie since we forgot to the other nite

    The hostel tonight is quite large with a mix of people. Tomorrow I head to A Portelo - Barro. The place where I will rest my head has been described as a ‘true pilgrim’ experience which means bare bones. However, the host is cooking a pilgrim meal for a donation. Looking forward to checking it out.    Read more

  • TravelerOne patch at a time
    2
    Day 10

    Happy holiday

    May 1 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C

    A surprise to wake to another beautiful and sunny day, thankful to leave our giant ponchos in our packs. Today is la fiesta de trabahadores (Labour day) and it has been such a pleasure to see many, many families out with babies and children, parents and grandparents all strolling together to enjoy this day off work.
    We trekked 24 k along stunning coastline with persistent elevation before stopping in Biona for the night and our rest day tomorrow. That comes at the perfect time as both Terry and I developed a blister today. Darn! We have everything we need at our fingertips as we are staying in an apartment downtown and have the most stunning views of the harbour from our windows. We have already located a superb Italian pizza place and excellent helado ( ice cream) . I chose the orange cheesecake flavour which tastes as yummy as the fresh orange juice we can drink everywhere here. So many flavours to choose from.    Read more

  • TravelerCamino Deb
    3
    4121
    Day 11–12

    Mayday or Labour day

    May 1 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C

    We walked little over 10 miles today through highways, paths and streets. Saw many pilgrims today and at both stops and well populated. I took a Night Quill gelcap last night as sore throat and earaches and did well walking today. Hoping I avoid getting sick and hope this may be allergies.

    Today is a Spain holiday and saw lots of decorations and amusement rides being set up on way out of Tui. Arlene found us a very nice apartment with 3 separate rooms and washing machine. I’m feeling spoiled.

    We have planned another 10 mile day tomorrow to Redondela. Having a great adventure!    Read more

  • TravelerCamino Portuguese 2025
    5
    121
    Day 29

    Moving along

    May 1 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 55 °F

    It was great weather for a hike today. Sunny but a bit cooler. And the terrain was mostly flat and much of the day was in woods. It's funny how by this time in my Camino, i consider 10 miles and easy days walk.
    Anyway, probably the most eventful thing that happened was running into a bagpipes player playing in the woods. We were resting by a stone bridge over a lovely stream when we heard the music. It was hard to tell if it was live or someone playing a recording. But a bit further down the dirt path we turned a bend and came across a man playing the bagpipes. It was kind of haunting fill the forest with the sound where you normally only hear birds. We stopped to listen for a while and as we moved on we saw he had set up a stand where we could get a stamp in our credentials. Of course, everyone wanted one.
    We reached O Porrino in great time and found our apartment for the night was just steps off the Camino ( which is really nice at the end of a long day or early in the morning when you can just step on the path). It happened to be May Day so it seemed most of the town was out celebrating. We did not realize this, so we could not get into a place to eat until 10pm. That made for quite a late night, but it was fun being out and about all evening with the locals.    Read more

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