I'm walking the camino trail this July, and I'd LOVE advice on official trails that are fun, scenic, and spiritual. I definitely want to walk the coastline to Santiago from either St. Jean de Port (wondering about guidelines/requirements for crossing French border?), Pamplona, Lisbon, or possibly Coimbra considering my time restrictions...I only have one month to be in Spain, and I want to leave a couple days room for any possible obstacles and rest before finally departing.
A few Questions:
Considering my time restriction, where would you suggest I begin?
If Coimbra is logical, would it have a place to obtain my Pilgrims Passport?
Would beginning in Coimbra qualify me for The Compostela?
Which coastline do most pilgrims prefer, the Portuguese coast (south to north) or the coast of Biscay (east to west)?