• For 2024 Pilgrims: €50,- donation = 1 year with no ads on the forum + 90% off any 2024 Guide. More here.
    (Discount code sent to you by Private Message after your donation)

Search 69,459 Camino Questions

Advanced search…

Recent content by Phil71

  1. Phil71

    Camino from Coimbra starting next week

    Start in Tomar if you can. It's a wonderful place
  2. Phil71

    The “Old” Camino Inglés Options

    For those considering the Ingles, heed the words above. I do not understand the re routing at all. The older routes spend more time away from the roads, take them where you can. But don't get lost!
  3. Phil71

    Game of choices: to stay at Herbon or not?

    I haven't done the spiritual variant (yet), but have stayed at a few monasteries. The experience at Hebron was unique. The tour of the grounds and hearing the history of the monks was special. The communal meal was a nice social experience, although not the most generous from a culinary...
  4. Phil71

    Busy!

    I start the day with 2 litres and that generally does me, but most villages had a fountain, just not many villages!
  5. Phil71

    Busy!

    No, sorry, no bears or wolves, I'd heard there were only about 60. I saw some big tracks and a guy I met think he saw a wildcat, but that was all. Lots of birds of prey around though, possibly waiting for me to pass out. This route combined with the Salvador would be great. I'd suggest a rest...
  6. Phil71

    Busy!

    Hi pathfinder. I'm now one day from finishing the vadiniense. I would imagine June and September are similar for number of pilgrims. I have seen two pilgrims in total, and that was days ago. Currently alone in the municipal at gradefes. Its a tough route, but worth the effort, views are amazing.
  7. Phil71

    Busy!

    Strange. I started on Monday, maybe that's a popular day. I agree about Potes, it's a lovely place, I managed half a day there. On the vadiniense now and it's super quiet! In Espinama now, only 3 of us in the albergue.
  8. Phil71

    Busy!

    A few there i didnt know about too! Its a stunning area, as long as you can cope with the ascents (and descents of course!)
  9. Phil71

    Busy!

    Hi all. Just finished the lebaniego and started the vadiniense. Just wanted to share if anyone is thinking of doing the lebaniego to get away from the crowds it is super busy! Looks like Spain is really advertising it in this jubilee year, lots of new signage and displays. All the albergues are...
  10. Phil71

    Which route to choose in terms of asphalt/roads?

    Well I read the question and then this thread seemed to go way off topic! I'm going to answer the original question. Of the options you're looking at, for least hard surfaces, take the Litoral route from Porto. Lots of boardwalks and opportunity to walk on sand. The other options, and especially...
  11. Phil71

    Camino de Madrid Trip Report - March 2023

    I emailed and also got no response. So just turned up and hoped for the best. I got a room without a problem but would have been in trouble if not, there's nowhere else. Phone them if you can, but you will need Spanish.
  12. Phil71

    Camino de Madrid Trip Report - March 2023

    I walked last year and I would say definitely take the 2 litre option. There are many towns but there are also long stretches without a town or any shade. Lovely camino though.
  13. Phil71

    Simancas or Valladolid

    I didn't stay at Puento Duero so can't comment on that. I did stay at Simancas and thought it a lovely little town. The castle is pretty special but I don't think it's possible to get inside, at least without an appointment. I finished this camino in Sahagun and took a train back to Valladolid...
  14. Phil71

    LIVE from the Camino Started in Madrid today did not see one Pilgrim i think ive found paradise.

    I think I saw 3 ipilgrims n the 2 weeks I was there in May so I imagine it is even quieter now! If you stay at Tamariz say Hi to Ivan from me (great guy)
  15. Phil71

    Coastal Vs Central Camino?

    Just agreeing with grousedoctor really. Imo one is not better than the other. They're different. Do one now and the other later if you can. I loved both for different reasons, I cannot say which was better.
See more

❓How to ask a question

How to post a new question on the Camino Forum.

Latest posts

This site is run by Ivar at

in Santiago de Compostela.
This site participates in the Amazon Affiliate program, designed to provide a means for Ivar to earn fees by linking to Amazon
Official Camino Passport (Credential) | 2024 Camino Guides
Back
Top