Another shorter day today. The miles are really starting to add up and making us a bit more fatigued during the day. That being said, we’re still thoroughly enjoying our time on the Camino. We’re very glad for the short days because it’s letting us get some rest time before upping the miles again. Since…
I’ll be honest, we were dreading the official route today which was entirely inland and had a steep ascent and descent towards the end of a 12 mile day. So I scoped out Google maps and found what appeared to be walkways leading up the coast with a lot less elevation gain. It took very…
Today was honestly pretty bleh. Luckily it was only a short 5 mile day so it was at least over quick and we could recuperate at the hotel. The day did begin great with breakfast at our B&B Casa da Reina. We took our time getting starting due to the short mileage, and left around…
Today was rough. Breathtaking in more than one way if you get my drift. A lot of rocky hill paths leading into more mountainous areas of Portugal with very few stops for food or drink. But, this was arguable the most beautiful day on the Camino so far. We were in little villages with winding…
It was another beautiful 10 mile day! Dad insists that this is the first real “Camino day” because we were finally out of the Porto metro area, and I can’t exactly disagree. After a filling breakfast at our beach side hotel, we hit the boardwalk. And kept on the boardwalk for around 4 miles. We…
Day 3 on the Coastal Camino. A crisp foggy day highlighted by more boardwalks, some city walking, and a delicious kebab lunch.
Day 2 of our slow Camino! Boardwalks, roasted chicken, and lounge chairs to name a few.
It’s finally day 1 of the Coastal Camino! Highlights include boardwalks, beautiful sun drenched beaches, and a hunt for the iconic yellow shells and arrows.
We arrived in Portugal! We haven’t started the Camino yet, but had a great time being tourists in Porto! Cable cars, almond tarts, and a river boat are just some of what we did today.
This summer, I am going to walk the Camino de Santiago’s Coastal Route. My dad and I will be enjoying a “leisurely” pace of approximately 180 miles in 20 days.