Castelo da Neiva

A 16km day nearly all inland, hot sun and some cobblestones, and one small climb.

We had breakfast at our hostel, The Spot Ofir, and then an hour’s walk along the river Cávado.

Setting out at 9:30 and had a few foot rest stops. We detoured along the beach as much as was possible, maybe 3km.

Lunch at the 9km mark in Belinho was a “tosta mista” and a Coke at a bakery.

Another 6 circuitous kms led us to where Google maps said our place was but it was not marked and took some finding behind a large unmarked locked gate. At the 3pm check-in time I phoned the owner and he provided a combination to get us in.

The place is quite a nice apartment with a balcony overlooking a lush garden.

The fridge has breakfast supplies too and we can make coffee.

A short day but not as easy as expected. Great to have space to spread out in tonight.

After cleaning up and a rest we dined at Restaurante Encosta do Monte, 500 up the hill, on the recommendation of the owner. Good grub, good value.Read more