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If I'm doing my math right, the Spiritual Variant, Pontevedre to Padrón, is roughly 80 km, counting the 28 km boat trip from Vilanova de Arousa to Pontecesures. The central route, Pontevedre to Padrón by way of Caldas de Reis, is just short of 50. So, while you can do the Central easily in 2 days, the SV requires a minimum of 3 days because of the need to set aside a morning for the boat trip up the Ulla River on the last day. My wife and I actually did it in 5 days to enjoy the scenery along the way and spend a night in the Armenteira Monastery so we think the SV is well worth it. Others have expressed contrary opinions, which is what makes these Forum discussions interesting.Hello all. Can anyone tell me how much longer is the Variante Espiritual than the normal route on the Camino Portugues? Short for time but have been told this route is worth it.
We are leaving Porto on May 13th, and are considering doing the Spiritual Variant. We wouldn't take ferry, but walk from Vilagarcia de Arousa to Padron. Only problem is that its 36 km. A bit to far for us in 1 day. So we would like to stay in Catoira, however there are no alberges, and limited hotels that I can see. Do you know much about accomo in Catoira. ThanksIf I'm doing my math right, the Spiritual Variant, Pontevedre to Padrón, is roughly 80 km, counting the 28 km boat trip from Vilanova de Arousa to Pontecesures. The central route, Pontevedre to Padrón by way of Caldas de Reis, is just short of 50. So, while you can do the Central easily in 2 days, the SV requires a minimum of 3 days because of the need to set aside a morning for the boat trip up the Ulla River on the last day. My wife and I actually did it in 5 days to enjoy the scenery along the way and spend a night in the Armenteira Monastery so we think the SV is well worth it. Others have expressed contrary opinions, which is what makes these Forum discussions interesting.
Don't have any personal knowledge about that but have seen discussions about doing this walk in previous threads about the Spiritual Variant. Maybe try using the search function above?We are leaving Porto on May 13th, and are considering doing the Spiritual Variant. We wouldn't take ferry, but walk from Vilagarcia de Arousa to Padron. Only problem is that its 36 km. A bit to far for us in 1 day. So we would like to stay in Catoira, however there are no alberges, and limited hotels that I can see. Do you know much about accomo in Catoira. Thanks
You will not regret taking this variant! Monastery has amazing museum and art work, with beds for pilgrims. Convent has nightly vesper. Scenery is amazing. With the boat trip to Pardon it takes the same amount of time. Then 25k to SdC. Try to get a room at the Hope House in Villanova with Alfonso and Debee. Highlight of our walk!Hello all. Can anyone tell me how much longer is the Variante Espiritual than the normal route on the Camino Portugues? Short for time but have been told this route is worth it.
We stayed in Catoria on April 26th at the Harpazul Apts, modern and expensive but only place open in February when we booked. The few hotels before you reach Catoria may be open now. This area is beautiful but not pilgrim friendly.We are leaving Porto on May 13th, and are considering doing the Spiritual Variant. We wouldn't take ferry, but walk from Vilagarcia de Arousa to Padron. Only problem is that its 36 km. A bit to far for us in 1 day. So we would like to stay in Catoira, however there are no alberges, and limited hotels that I can see. Do you know much about accomo in Catoira. Thanks