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I have done both and they are both really interesting and unique . The coastal way from Porto is beautiful . I then crossed into the inland at Barcelos and the nature countryside was spectacular . There are many beautiful forests that are magnificent cathedrals of trees . It's beautiful ...
I walked the Camino Portuguese in October last year (2017) and brought a light sleeping bag . Sometimes I didn't need it but sometimes it was pretty cold & I did need . I'm glad I brought it . After a days long walk it's nice to sleep with a bit of warmth . Good luck with whatever you decide ...
I for one am really grateful that John Brierly wrote his guides . I feel that it is such a blessing for us pilgrims . I've used them for my last few caminos and they've been great and I'll use them again . I also have the wise pilgrim apps and I am grateful for them too . I just feel that we...
That sounds fantastic ! I like the word 'de-Camino ' too .. it's pretty important to de-brief I reckon -just to relax and absorb things and let the body and mind relax a bit a few days before heading back home .
In my humble opinion I reckon that you should just do your first walk to Santiago first . Focus on that .. then the next bit will come to you at the right time . Or else you will be getting ahead of yourself . Focus on one thing at a time is my recommendation .I did the pilgrimage from Porto...
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