Frankybaby66
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- Last Camino Sep 23 Camino Portuguese (Central)
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Primitivo is far from solitary, and awesome. Madrid Camino is a pleasant surprise, but solitary.Hi all, just thought I'd throw this thread into the mix. I can't make my mind up which Camino to plan for next year ( its never too early to start planning!)
In the past I've walked from SJPdP to Santiago on the Frances, Roncenvalles to Santiago on the Frances. Matsahinos to Santiago twice on the Camino Portugues ( both times starting on the Camino Litoral before cutting inland to Rates and picking up the Central Route. This year I did the Camino Ingles followed by Santiago to Finisterre.
I've got a chequered health history ( two cardiac arrests and a triple heart bypass) and aren't as young as I once was. I am reasonably fit though, and all the above were walked post cardiac issues. I tend to max out around 25km per day carrying a full pack (I like the flexibility of having all my gear with me), so want to avoid being forced into long days
I've got 2 -4 weeks to play with. I'm presently considering Burgos to Santiago (to finish off my second Camino), possibly picking up the Camino Invierno at Ponferrada in an effort to body-swerve the Sarria to Santiago Section. Another option is Lisbon to Porto, although I've heard mixed reviews on this route.
Had a look at Camino Primitivo but wondered if this might be a bit too solitary - I always start out Camino's alone, and although it looks beautiful, thought it might be a bit too solitary. I know the Portuguese Coastal get's rave reviews, but the time I spent on the first part of my Camino Portugues(s) didn't really do it for me - didn't seem to have the pilgrimage vibe that I'm used to.
I suppose I want the best of both worlds - some people, but not too many.
Apologies for the rambling post, but thought I'd give a bit of context. I'd probably prefer to finish in Santiago. ( I always say that I'm not going to get another compostela, but always end up getting one!)
I'm open to any ideas that people have, preferably based on personal experience.
Thanks in advance,
Buen Camino
It's nowhere near as solitary as Lisbon to Porto or the Invierno.Had a look at Camino Primitivo but wondered if this might be a bit too solitary
If you have 2-4 weeks, I would recommend the Salvador/Primitivo combination. I don't know why you would consider the solitary. It is the fourth most walked route (after the Frances, Portugues, and Ingles). When I walked it last year, there were plenty of fellow pilgrims, enough for 3 or 4 different "pilgrim families" (at least) in our cohort, as well as a fair number of pilgrims who didn't choose to be in one of those. I think the Primitivo is likely to be a lot less solitary than the Portugues from Lisbon to Porto. The San Salvador wasn't as crowded as the Primitivo. There were probably 6-12 people I saw daily. But it wasn't solitary, either. (That was more like like the Madrid, or what I expect this year on the Torres/Geira.)Hi all, just thought I'd throw this thread into the mix. I can't make my mind up which Camino to plan for next year ( its never too early to start planning!)
In the past I've walked from SJPdP to Santiago on the Frances, Roncenvalles to Santiago on the Frances. Matsahinos to Santiago twice on the Camino Portugues ( both times starting on the Camino Litoral before cutting inland to Rates and picking up the Central Route. This year I did the Camino Ingles followed by Santiago to Finisterre.
I've got a chequered health history ( two cardiac arrests and a triple heart bypass) and aren't as young as I once was. I am reasonably fit though, and all the above were walked post cardiac issues. I tend to max out around 25km per day carrying a full pack (I like the flexibility of having all my gear with me), so want to avoid being forced into long days
I've got 2 -4 weeks to play with. I'm presently considering Burgos to Santiago (to finish off my second Camino), possibly picking up the Camino Invierno at Ponferrada in an effort to body-swerve the Sarria to Santiago Section. Another option is Lisbon to Porto, although I've heard mixed reviews on this route.
Had a look at Camino Primitivo but wondered if this might be a bit too solitary - I always start out Camino's alone, and although it looks beautiful, thought it might be a bit too solitary. I know the Portuguese Coastal get's rave reviews, but the time I spent on the first part of my Camino Portugues(s) didn't really do it for me - didn't seem to have the pilgrimage vibe that I'm used to.
I suppose I want the best of both worlds - some people, but not too many.
Apologies for the rambling post, but thought I'd give a bit of context. I'd probably prefer to finish in Santiago. ( I always say that I'm not going to get another compostela, but always end up getting one!)
I'm open to any ideas that people have, preferably based on personal experience.
Thanks in advance,
Buen Camino
Thanks for the detailed response David, much appreciatedIf you have 2-4 weeks, I would recommend the Salvador/Primitivo combination. I don't know why you would consider the solitary. It is the fourth most walked route (after the Frances, Portugues, and Ingles). When I walked it last year, there were plenty of fellow pilgrims, enough for 3 or 4 different "pilgrim families" (at least) in our cohort, as well as a fair number of pilgrims who didn't choose to be in one of those. I think the Primitivo is likely to be a lot less solitary than the Portugues from Lisbon to Porto. The San Salvador wasn't as crowded as the Primitivo. There were probably 6-12 people I saw daily. But it wasn't solitary, either. (That was more like like the Madrid, or what I expect this year on the Torres/Geira.)
The Salvador/Primitivo is certainly one of my favourites and I'm seriously considering making it next year's Camino. It is a really beautiful walk, and I found the people (both locals and fellow pilgrims) some of the best I have encountered.
What are you trying to say!Camino Sanabres is also a nice camino arriving in Santiago. You can take a hot bath in Ourense
The inverano is very manageable over a couple of weeks. I would recommend the Norte , in the context of time you have select an appropriate starting point.Hi all, just thought I'd throw this thread into the mix. I can't make my mind up which Camino to plan for next year ( its never too early to start planning!)
In the past I've walked from SJPdP to Santiago on the Frances, Roncenvalles to Santiago on the Frances. Matsahinos to Santiago twice on the Camino Portugues ( both times starting on the Camino Litoral before cutting inland to Rates and picking up the Central Route. This year I did the Camino Ingles followed by Santiago to Finisterre.
I've got a chequered health history ( two cardiac arrests and a triple heart bypass) and aren't as young as I once was. I am reasonably fit though, and all the above were walked post cardiac issues. I tend to max out around 25km per day carrying a full pack (I like the flexibility of having all my gear with me), so want to avoid being forced into long days
I've got 2 -4 weeks to play with. I'm presently considering Burgos to Santiago (to finish off my second Camino), possibly picking up the Camino Invierno at Ponferrada in an effort to body-swerve the Sarria to Santiago Section. Another option is Lisbon to Porto, although I've heard mixed reviews on this route.
Had a look at Camino Primitivo but wondered if this might be a bit too solitary - I always start out Camino's alone, and although it looks beautiful, thought it might be a bit too solitary. I know the Portuguese Coastal get's rave reviews, but the time I spent on the first part of my Camino Portugues(s) didn't really do it for me - didn't seem to have the pilgrimage vibe that I'm used to.
I suppose I want the best of both worlds - some people, but not too many.
Apologies for the rambling post, but thought I'd give a bit of context. I'd probably prefer to finish in Santiago. ( I always say that I'm not going to get another compostela, but always end up getting one!)
I'm open to any ideas that people have, preferably based on personal experience.
Thanks in advance,
Buen Camino
There are hot springs in Ourense.What are you trying to say!
I knew that; just trying to brighten the Forum with a little humour - hence the laughing emoji on my original comment .There are hot springs in Ourense.
I loved both of thoseIt's nowhere near as solitary as Lisbon to Porto or the Invierno.
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