When I arrived in Villafranco del Bierzo, it was really too early for me to stop for the day. So after a nice lunch in the town square, I hiked on to Trabadeo (only 10 km). And even though parts of that section were along the highway, it wasn’t a...
Good afternoon fellow pilgrims.
I've returned under a n ew name and email address as my Microsoft account was hacked a few months ago, but all is well and looking forward to next Camino next year. As it will probably be my last I've decided to...
My perspective is that I’m open to traveling/walking anywhere once. I’d hate to miss out on something because of my preconceived ideas. So far, I’ve never been disappointed! Bim Camino!
Been having a similar debate on which one to suggest to my son.
As other jhave mentioned, Convento Christo, Coimbriga, Coimbra ...... were nice places to spend an afternoon or a day. Porto is a great rest day, or two. The scenery and...
Fair enough, everybody has their own opinions, no hate from me.
Pro Portugal... the unique architecture of the churches, the colourful buildings, decorative tiles, the convento Christo in Tomar, the roman ruins of coinbriga, the student city...
I began walking the Camino Portuguese Central route from the Porto Cathedral this morning. I’m now at Casa Da Laura in Vilarinho.
I saw or met only three other pilgrims walking this route while I walked 7:40 AM to 2:05 PM). This albergue is not...
In Logrono is the Calle Laurel (Laurel street), famous for the many tapas/wine bars/restaurants.
https://www.visitalogrono.com/punto-de-inters/calle-laurel/?lang=en
Hi. I cannot speak for your feet, only my own, but I have been wearing Newport Keen H2 trekking sandals for years in all weathers and have never had a blister.
Excellent shaped footbed, rugged sole for all terrains. For me the textile upper is...
I wear Teva hiking sandals 85% of the time and don’t get blister. My feet stay dry and that’s the big factor . Now when it rains its even better, still no blisters and they dry quick. I have worn socks when cold and ok but dirty socks to wash out
There are many good brands of hiking sandals. I walked my last six Caminos exclusively in open toe hiking sandals. I've used several different Merrell styles, but I which keep getting discontinued. 😢
Though I am a woman, I've usually worn men's...
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