I loved walking the San Salvador (a bit earlier this May) and stretched it to 8 days so I could be on it longer! Remember to bring food, and listen for the bread trucks in the small towns (often they have empanadas and other food as well as bread).
I arrived at lunchtime and immediately went out to check on the local geology. I have to say that I found it mind-boggling.
That’s the local beach on the left. And behold! The flysch. This is the stuff that you walk over on the descent to...
The responses above might satisfy your question. I rely on my Fitbit to advise me whether I’m still living or have passed. Its “steps” and mileage measurements seem to be remarkably accurate. It’s “three satellite GPS” probably helps there. But...
Great advice by @jungleboy! I know that in the past that I’ve gotten too wrapped up with keeping track of exact distances, number of steps, or calories burned. My Apple devices, both my phone and watch, have fitness apps on them if I were to want...
Day 1: Ponferrada to Villavieja — 16km
After flying Rome-Madrid on Monday and then bussing Madrid-Ponferrada yesterday, we were ready to finally start our Invierno today. But first, the sky above Ponferrada put on quite a show late yesterday...
Anyone who weighs their passport is taking the job seriously.
I think you’re missing your GHIC and perhaps some foot-care and basic first-aid.
Your total skin-out weight at 5.5kg is impressive - aided by selecting some very good lightweight...
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