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October the 12th 2004 I posted the first post here on this forum. 20 years have passed. Thank you for being such a good group of people and for hanging around. More here in this thread. All the best from Santiago, Ivar
This is an alternative route. Sorry if too many posts
Day 1: Porto - Take a bus or train to Vila do Conde (approx. 1 hour by train)
Day 2: Vila do Conde to Apúlia - 18 km (approx. 4.5 hours) - Coastal Route
Day 3: Apúlia to Esposende - 22 km...
Thanks Doug, we would like to qualify for Compostela. Would this alternative work?
Day 1: Porto - Take a bus or train to Vila do Conde (approx. 1 hour by train)
Day 2: Vila do Conde to Apúlia - 18 km (approx. 4.5 hours) - Coastal Route
Day 3...
Thanks KariC that is very helpful. Just wondering if you mean 125-140 miles or km's? That is a big difference in distance. Do you use luggage service or carry everything in a pack with you?
When I walked it, starting in Matosinhos just outside Porto, a French woman and I grabbed a cab on the near end of O Porriño through town and got out on the far side - it had the reputation of being very industrial. So we jumped about 4-5 miles...
This is very helpful. I have posted a separate question elsewhere but joining here too.
I am trying to plan self guided walkby booking own accommodation and luggage service (without using tour company) and cover distance from Porto to Santiago...
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Seeking feedback and recommendations based on plan.
Day 1: Porto - Take a bus or train to Vila do Conde (approx. 1 hour by train)
Day 2: Vila do Conde to Apúlia - 18 km (approx...
My husband and I are planning our first Camino the Coastal Portuguese (or variation of coast and inland) in May/June 2025. Our plan is to start in Porto and finish in Santiago de Compostela but we want to cap our walking to 150-200km max all up...
Whatever you do, be SURE to stay at Casa Fernanda in Lugar do Corgo (between Barcelos and Ponte de Lima). I have made 3 caminos, and this sweet albergue is by far the best! Wonderful sleeping beds with real sheets , generous farm to table...
We found zigzagging between them the best. Start with the coastal, then up to Barcelos. Stay in lovely Valenca, hopping over the bridge for an hour or so to see Tui. Then walk the beautiful and peaceful trail along the Minho River to A Guarda...
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