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8. The albergue in Alpriate, the traditional end point for the first day, has permanently closed. The pilgrim must find another place to sleep, so I have a suggestion for a variation until the Ponte de Rio Trancao opens:
The Camino currently crosses the Rio Trancao on the Ponte Sacavem (Highway...
6. The next five kilometer walk along the Tagus River is beautiful. Most of us pilgrims enjoy the historical aspects of Caminos (I assume), but it's nice to walk on a modern Way as well. There are many nice places to eat on this stretch (most open at 1100 or 1200) as you enjoy the view.
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Bom Caminho everyone!
Today (Sunday 21 May 2023) I walked from Lisbon's Se Cathedral to Santa Iria, around a 23 kilometer distance. I'd like to share some updates with you, as a way to give back for all the great advice I've received from Ivar and many forum posters over the years. These notes...
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