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    • Day 7

      Pontevedra…

      April 29, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C

      Tag5, heutiges Etappenziel Pontevedra. Nach gemütlichen Start um 08.30 Uhr verlief der Weg zu Beginn einmal mehr über altbekanntes Terrain, Asphalt natürlich. So ging es anfangs über Schnell- und kleine Landstraßen, bis wir schließlich auf Waldwege trafen, sowie durch gemütliche Dörfer wandern durften. Die Strecke insgesamt war heute sehr schön und Pontevedra eine besonders sehenswerte Stadt.
      Später am Abend trafen wir Paco und Janice, zwei weitere Caminofreunde. Gemeinsam ließen wir den Abend in Pontevedra ausklingen.
      Daher heute nur ein kurzer Footprint…, lassen wir die Bilder sprechen.
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      Traveler  Pontevedra war eine schöne Stadt. Schönen Weg heute.👣👣👣

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    • Day 11

      Etappe 8, O Porriño - Arcade 1, 24 km

      September 19 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C

      Bin der erste, der nach einer unruhigen Nacht, den Schlafsaal verlässt.
      Dunkelheit und leichter Nebel begleiten mich in den Tag (Sonnenaufgang 8.18 Uhr).
      Für heute vorhergesagt: Regenwahrscheinlichkeit bei 2 %!!!
      Wäre mal etwas anderes.
      Sonnenschein ab Mittag. Super, gleich wieder wunderbares Pilgerwetter.
      Bin bis Arcade gelaufen. In Pontesampaio habe ich ein Bett in einem neu eingerichteten Hostel bekommen. Ohne meine Kniebandagen wäre das Hostel ausgebucht gewesen. Bandagen können auch bei der Bettsuche helfen.
      War heute den ganzen Tag mit meinem Engländer unterwegs. Sehr unterhaltsame Gespräche über seine Armyzeit.
      Im Hostel Bett bezogen, geduscht und nun lege ich mich noch eine Stunde an den Rio Verdugo.
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       Ich wünsche Dir viel Spass weiterhin, Schade mit dem Wetter, aber dafür ist es bestimmt erfrischend. Bom Camino, Grüße Martin [Martin Laue]

      Traveler  Dankeschön

       
    • Day 20

      Arcade to Pontevedra

      October 1, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C

      We had our second hill after Arcade. This was mostly on soft paths through forests, so I enjoyed the climb a lot more.

      We stopped at a roadside ‘tienda’ for a chocolate bar. It was well set up, with bales for seats, and a friendly dog.

      Entering Pontevedra there is a Complimentario route, which goes along a small stream. It was a bit longer, but was in the shade. It is a very nice path.

      Tonight we are living in luxury with a private room for two. With towels and sheets!
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      Traveler  Graffiti doesn't really describe it. Mural.

      10/1/22Reply

      Traveler  That’s true.

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    • Day 15

      Top of yet another climb!

      July 3 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F

      It’s another pleasant day to walk! Feeling much better today! On the way out of Redondela, we met Andrea from Portland who is also a teacher! 😄 I loved the walk through Arcade… although very hilly! And it’s been a steady climb ever since! Love the shaded trail that goes by creeks and has old Roman road stones still in place! Stopped at the top at a vendor for pilgrims and got a fresh squeezed strawberry lemonade! Letting the feet get some air and then we start a steady descent.Read more

      Traveler  Good pic of you and Andrea! It’s great that locals come out to the trail and provide lemonade, music, over watch, etc. to the el Camino travelers. 🥰

      7/3/23Reply

      Traveler  It is SO nice when you are walking along… hot and thirsty and you see this oasis of ice cold water. I mean, they make money! It’s not free, but worth a few euros!

      7/3/23Reply

      Traveler  Lots more pilgrims to meet…I’m just stuck on all the history represented along the way…bridges, doors, roads, buildings, etc. Very “old world”❣️

      7/3/23Reply

      Traveler  Same! It never ceases to amaze me! The old Roman roads and bridges captivate the imagination!

      7/3/23Reply
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    • Day 13

      If It’s Saturday It Must Be Ponte Vedra

      October 15, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F

      Well, I thankfully slept through last night’s hauntings. Because I’m sure they happened! And when I got up this morning and went down to breakfast, my suspicions were confirmed. There was only one place set. I was totally alone in that creepy place. Shivers down my spine!

      Today’s walk was fantastic. One of the very best days. The predicted rain held off but it was cloudy which kept things cool. There were lots of pilgrims because Redondela- where I stayed last night- is where all 3 Portuguese caminos come together. So I spent time walking and talking with various groups.
      Heather and Alden- an older couple from the states who did the whole French Camino last year. He just had a stent put in his heart so I felt compelled to share with him that I was a recent graduate of EMT school. I think he felt very reassured.😀

      Then I walked with my Scottish ladies. They are very enjoyable company.

      Then I walked a while with Marta and Madelin- ages 29 and 31 from Portugal. Madelin makes earrings- a thing she started during the pandemic- she markets them on Instagram. Marta is a singer by education but is going back to school to study psychology- having been the beneficiary of several years of therapy herself- the reason many of us enter the field. They both talked about how the rise in popularity of Portugal as a destination for ex pats has affected the native Portuguese and their hopes for prosperity. Ex pats come with all their money and drive the prices up and the low paid Portuguese can’t afford to move out on their own. Both of these women were still at home with their parents. We also talked more about fado singing, as Marta sometimes sings in that style. She agreed with the concept that the more you have lived the more emotive your fado.

      Then I stopped and spoke to Kristen from Oregon. Asking her why she chose to walk she said- “I’m not sure. Maybe because I’m 73 and it’s now or never!”

      Then it was time to break off on my own. I think I’m a recluse at heart. But it was so great. I listened to Bernstein’s Mass- something I haven’t listened to in at least 30 years. It is such a wonderful piece of music and perfect for setting the mood on this cloudy day. When I ran across Marta and Madelin later I asked Marta if she knew of it. She said, “Yes- I have sung it!” Music. Bringing the world together!😀😀

      I’m in Pontevedra tonight in the Parador. Seems to be a happening place. I may even go out and explore after a brief rest.
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      Traveler  I am so proud of all the friends you're making!

      10/15/22Reply

      Traveler  What interesting people you are finding on your treks that you can converse with and enjoy for many reasons! AND, they are giving you so much info to tuck away. 👍☀️💕🙏😇

      10/15/22Reply
       
    • Day 15

      Pontevedra!

      July 3 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

      After 12 miles of walking we arrived in Pontevedra at Nacama Hostel. A nice number of miles, especially considering the hills. Our feet are definitely complaining these days by the time we arrive! So what do we do? Walk around town for another 4 miles! 🫣🤣 We ate lunch so late that dinner is going to be snacks we got from the grocery store!Read more

      Traveler  I think I would enjoy running a hostel along the El Camino😀 Is the black tape on the toes covering blisters?

      7/4/23Reply

      Traveler  I keep the big toe covered so a blister doesn’t come back and the toe next to it to prevent one I felt forming. Its not painful or anything like that. The KT tape has worked great!

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      Traveler  Cute overhead yellow umbrella lane💕

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      Traveler  😍

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    • Day 51

      Etappe 43 Pontevedera -Caldas de Reis

      November 2, 2021 in Spain ⋅ 🌧 13 °C

      Gestern Abend fing es schon stark an zu regnen in Pontevedra und das hielt die ganze Nacht an.
      Als wir heute morgen 7.30 Uhr das Zimmer verließen, nieselte es nur leicht.
      Leider nur bis zur nächsten Kreuzung, dann fing es fürchterlich an zu regnen. So dass wir nach nicht mal 1 km tropfnass waren, und es schien auch nicht weniger zu werden!
      Wir hatten keine Wahl, wir mussten also weiter, nass waren wir eh schon!
      Wir entschieden uns heut extra früher loszulaufen da auf erst 14.30 Uhr Regen vorausgesagt wurde und wir trocken ankommen wollten!
      Auf den spanischen Wetterbericht ist echt Verlass , grins!

      Die Strecke war heut trotz des Regens landschaftlich schön und leicht zu gehen.
      Das erste Café ließ allerdings lange auf sich warten. Erst nach 10 km fanden wir eins , dort angekommen hörte es auch plötzlich auf zu regnen und die Sonne kam raus.
      Gestärkt nach einen Kaffee ,Orangen-saft, Tostada mit Tomate, ging es weiter durch die grüne Landschaft!
      Auch der Regen fing wieder an als wir losliefen!

      Diesmal hatten wir nur geringe Höhenunterschiede zu bewältigen!
      Dominant waren auf dieser Etappe die Weinreben , die nicht nur wie bei uns in Reihenform, sondern schattenspendend in einer Art Laubengang angelegt wurden.
      Regenschutz konnte er uns leider nicht bieten.

      Jetzt hatten wir noch 12 km vor uns nach Caldas de Reis, der Regen hörte jetzt langsam auf, teilweise kam sogar die Sonne raus .
      Nach 6 km entdeckten wir auf unseren Weg eine kleines Café, eine umgebaute Garage, welche zur Rast einlud.
      Dort probierten wir eine Chirozo nach galazienischer Art, welche am Tisch flambiert wurde .

      Da der Himmel schon wieder voller Regenwolken hing machten wir uns auch gleich wieder auf den Weg !

      In Calidas de Reis trocken angekommen, fing es wie aus Eimern an zu schütten!
      Diesmal mussten wir unser Hostel nicht lang suchen, es liegt direkt auf den Camino.
      Gestern buchten wir schon 2 Zimmer in einem Hostel vor, beim einchecken bekamen wir dann 2 Hotelzimmer für den gleichen Preis .
      Das war ein Traum von Zimmer und Dusche .

      Calidas de Reis ist für seine Thermenquellen bekannt, so erklärte sich Rouven heute wieder bereit uns die alte Römerstadt zu zeigen!
      Über die alte Römerbrücke führte uns Rouven zur ersten Thermenquelle, sie hatte mindestens 40 Grad. Hätten wir alle einen Bikini dabei gehabt hätten wir uns sofort reingesetzt. Leider mussten wir uns auf unsere Füße beschränken. Nachdem wir uns auch noch die Kirche und die Palmen angeschaut hatten verbrachten wir den Abend in unserer Hotelbar und warteten bis es 20.00 Uhr ist. Denn erst dann gibt es wiedermal essen… super!

      Bilanz
      23,06 km
      290 Höhenmeter
      1059,44 km Gesamtstrecke
      Wie die Tochter so der Vater, jetzt fängt er auch mit Blasen an den Füßen an.
      Doch er setzt noch einen drauf, seine hat sich schon blau verfärbt.
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    • Day 30

      Day 27/16 Redondela to Pontevedra

      May 30, 2022 in Spain ⋅ 🌧 17 °C

      Overcast skies, a threat of rain and a temperature of 15 C awaited us as we set out on today's walk.

      It was another relatively short walk, (I now consider walks under 20 kms to be short) but it had two very long, and often steep, ascents and descents. For the most part we were in forested areas, which were unspectacular, although there were a few extraordinary vistas from atop the hills.

      The other day we were serenaded by a bagpipe duo and today, on a couple of occasions, we were treated to a chorus of bullfrogs singing very loudly.

      Our first coffee stop was about 7.5 kms up the road and the second was as at around 15 kms which left only 4 kms over flat ground to bring us to our hotel.

      With a little less than an hour to go, the rain finally started to fall, but only enough for us to pop open our umbrellas. A few days ago torrential rains were forecast for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, but that has been constantly changing. With a little luck and the Caminho on our side, we may dodge the bullet tomorrow. Time will tell.

      The highlight of the day was dinner at Bodegon Arca, a little Mom and Pop shop run by a larger than life Spaniard and his wife. So enjoyable was his banter we had to take a photo with him.

      Our calculations tell us we now have only 66 kms to cover over the next three days to reach Santiago. It's almost inconceivable to think that this journey is rapidly coming to an end.

      What can we do for an encore?
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      Traveler  This is so exciting!!!😎😎love these posts

      5/31/22Reply

      Roch Pelletier  Thanks. We have fun doing them and find they provide us great memories to look back on.

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    • Day 21

      Camino Portuguese Day 11

      October 2, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C

      Last night we had no success finding an evening meal prior to the pilgrim mass. All ‘kitchen cerrado.’ So we ended up at a familiar location.

      After church there were many families out walking, scootering, or riding their small cars.

      This being our rest day, we started with a walk to the lavandería. No washing facilities at our hostal but it was a good time to wash clothes. Then café and a snack.

      Today is the day for ‘En Marcha Contra el Cancer’ in Pontevedra. Had we known, we could have participated in the 6.75 km run/walk and earned a pink shirt. It was nice to see many families out together for the event.
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       Scenery looks so beautiful, plus interesting food. (Greg and Adam are coming for supper tonight, for Gregs birthday cake!) [Ruth]

      10/2/22Reply

      Traveler  Thanks. Glad you are seeing the boys.

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    • Day 22

      Camino Portuguese Day 12

      October 3, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C

      After a day of rest we were ready to walk some more, though a bit apprehensive about the upcoming hill and heat.

      In the evening we went to a nearby park for a bit, but mostly relaxed. Not as relaxed as the three pilgrims in the photo.

      This morning we actually started in the dark, about 7:30. Sunrise is 8:30. But Pontevedra is well lit. No problem finding our way.
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      Traveler  Nope. Not serious ones at least; flip flops and bare feet?

      10/3/22Reply

      Traveler  That would probably be after a day of hiking boots.

      10/3/22Reply
       

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