Barcelos to Balugaes

Rain all day, sigh. I rented a donkey named Uber from Barcelos to somewhere along the route. I had him drop me off in front of a fancy guest house. I first ordered a horse named Bolt, and I steppedRead more
Rain all day, sigh. I rented a donkey named Uber from Barcelos to somewhere along the route. I had him drop me off in front of a fancy guest house. I first ordered a horse named Bolt, and I steppedRead more
After a buffet breakfast, we left our hotel Rua da Mandalena in the city of Barcelos and started our walk to Quinta da Canceia in Balugaes. Along the way, we met a woman from Brazil. We walkedRead more
Yep…7 miles in today and I’ve had an epiphany. This Camino leaves you lots of time to let your mind wander. I have decided it’s time for me to share these crazy adventures. Wasn’t sure I wasRead more
Another glorious day. I lead our morning devotional and prayer time which I got to do on the patio overlooking the mountains. God is so good. Another perfect blue sky, fields of calla lily’s ,Read more
Weather wise, the day was up and down. If I put on my poncho the sun would come out. If I put it away, the rain would pour. A japanese lady named Takei and myself, walked a long day of 29 km's, toRead more
So sorry for not posting until now. It’s been kinda hectic these past couple of days as my body adjusts to the grind and exhilaration of daily walking on the Camino.
I injured myself yesterday inRead more
Today was a beautiful 16 mile walk. However, whoever said the Portuguese Camino was mostly flat lied! 🤣 Today we walked many hills, past vineyards, farmlands and small towns. There were gifts forRead more
15miles today! Half in the pouring rain! So, so wonderful! Poncho on, thumbs up and go! The smell of crushed eucalyptus in the rain! Spring flowers, babbling brooks, braying sheep, vineyards, greenRead more
Saturday 21 September
Whether the yellow arrow that marks the way is faded on crumbling walls, or a bold marker impossible to miss - it’s there at every turn or crossroads to keep you on track. IRead more
Here are a couple pics of the amazing bathroom in last nights Hostel! I slept good, after I stole the air conditioner remote from our French “friends”! 🤣. I woke up at one point sweating…Read more
You might also know this place by the following names:
Ponte de Lima, Ponte de Lima Municipality
Traveler Thanks for taking us with you☺️sometimes I write a little note and put it under my pillow and let the forgiveness fairy do some of the heavy lifting. Glad Uber and Voltaren did their magic, powerful duo💥🧚🏻love the photos and descriptions Happy Trails
Traveler
Ooh I’m sending a warm dry hug. I hope you feel it.
Traveler Hope you have a dry day. Love the photos.