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    Route from Vigo changed?

    As you walk on the right side of the road past the central tree lined plaza in Vigo, you'll pass some urban shops and will see a yellow arrow painted on a wall directing you to the right and up some steep hills into some residential area. Great views from up there and eventually the path takes...
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    Wife and I did the Senda Litoral from Porto last April/May and had a fantastic time. The weather was near perfect for walking and I never had to use my poncho. Always wore shorts and t-shirts. Mornings can be cool but quickly warm up as sun rises. Never got above mid to upper 70’s but sun is...
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    Best day of the week to begin in Porto, September

    We spent the 1st night in Matoshinos and 2nd night in Labruge and that was a perfect pace to start. Then gradually increased the distance each day from there. Highly advisable.
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    Best day of the week to begin in Porto, September

    Any day of the week is just fine to start from Porto. You are not going to experience a crowded trail. We did this Camino this past April/May and enjoyed it immensely following the coast all the way to Vigo and then walking to Redondela and onto Santiago.
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    Porto to Vigo questions

    Walked from Porto to Santiago via coast this past April/May. Had no problems securing desired accommodations. Would also highly recommend Smiling Places bed and breakfast in Labruge. Outstanding hosts.
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    Porto to Vigo questions

    I also highly recommend Casa Puertas in Oia. Outstanding accommodations and breakfast in a beautiful little village.
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    Planning 4 days on Coastal and 6 days on Central route of Camino from Porto

    Why don’t you plug in Caminha to Valenca using rome to rio app and you will discover the bus options. Do your research!
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    Planning 4 days on Coastal and 6 days on Central route of Camino from Porto

    This is perfectly do-able as long as you don't insist on finishing your walk in Santiago. Other factors involve your need for rest day(s), carrying a pack vs using pack transport services, weather, desire to explore, etc. Of course, others may chime in and say, of course this is doable to which...
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    Reflections on the Senda Litoral

    Wife and I completed the CP Senda Litoral route in mid-May and had a fabulous time. We averaged 10-12 miles/day carrying our packs all the way from Porto to Santiago and took 2 rest days….one in Viana do Castelo and one in Pontevedra. Like the OP, we stayed in pensions and small hotels along...
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    Porto to Santiago in July or August

    Sure…14 days is easy IF you’re not carrying a 20lb. backpack!
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    Porto to Santiago in July or August

    Here’s an alternative opinion as we just completed the coastal route to Santiago from Porto a couple of weeks ago. Doing this Camino is probably doable in 14 days, BUT, don’t count on any rest days, unexpected issues with feet/legs, or much time to explore the cities/ villages. To help you out...
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    LIVE from the Camino Matosinhos

    By and large, if you want to encounter more pilgrims head over to the Central route. If not, follow the shoreline north further. You can always cross over further north and enjoy more gorgeous coastline and less pilgrim encounters in the meantime.
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    LIVE from the Camino Two Canucks and a baby

    Caldas to Padron is one of our favorite stages. Be sure and stop for refreshments at the Buen Camino cafe in San Miquel de Valga. Picturesque little village. Although the steps to enter the cafe are quite steep, you can get in via the exit ramp just past the steps on the right. Enjoy the day!
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    First time, Solo pilgrim on Portugal coast from Porto - seeking advice

    The Village to Village Camino Portuguese guide book along with the Wise Pilgrim phone app have tons of useful information and tips concerning route, accommodations, etc. Stingynomads.com also has good information about the Camino’s. Happy planning!
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    Baiona to Vigo

    You are incorrect. We most certainly did follow the water to our immediate left all the way from Nigran to Vigo passing beaches and crossing short stretches of beach sound. The path was pretty well marked until the outer edge of Vigo.
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    Baiona to Vigo

    A couple of weeks ago we walked from Baiona to Nigran and then cut over easily to the river path and followed that path all the way to Vigo. Pretty level with some very long pedestrian promenades and nice parks along the way. Plenty of cafes and well marked. The path is described nicely with...
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    LIVE from the Camino Two Canucks and a baby

    Bravo to you guys for taking on the steep route out of Vigo and through some of the hill neighborhoods. For those that do, the views of the city and river are spectacular. Indeed the trail becomes quite nice after the initial ascents. Keep on going!!
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    LIVE from the Camino Two Canucks and a baby

    Some stamps are dated….we found most were not. It’s perfectly fine to write the date next to the stamp as you acquire them. That way, you can easily demonstrate getting 2 stamps every day from Vigo onward.
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    Last 100 marker on the Portuguese Coastal Camino

    Yes, you can start in Vigo for the last 100km and finish in Santiago. Just remember to collect 2 stamps in your credential each day you’re on the Camino.
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    Best towns for an extra day? Porto-Santiago

    We stopped for two rest days….one in Viana do Castelo and one in Pontevedra. Both interesting and enjoyable.

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