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Our flight from London arrived at Porto early afternoon. From the airport we took the metro to Porto, had our credencials stamped at the cathedral then walked the river walk onwards to Matosinhos where we'd booked a room at Hotel D'el Rei.
You can go straight from the airport to Matosinhos but it's a shame not to see something of Porto.
I avoided the long road walk out of the city by walking along the river and up the coast to Vila do Conde, then switching to the Central. I found the walk to be quite pleasant. But it depends on whether you want to avoid what is reported to be an unpleasant walk through the cities northern suburbs or to shorten your walk by a few miles at the same time. If your intent is the latter, what worked for me won't work for you.I’m walking from Porto to Santiago in Sept.Any suggestions for a good/accessible starting point a few miles from Porto which will enable me to avoid the long road walk out of the city.
We took a taxi to the bridge and started there.I’m walking from Porto to Santiago in Sept.Any suggestions for a good/accessible starting point a few miles from Porto which will enable me to avoid the long road walk out of the city.
I like Brierley's maps and have no problem with them. You should be fine!I'm going to Oporto on Tuesday and I plan to walk to Tui (alone) then return by tren from Valenca to Oporto, and I've already arranged accommodation. Tomorrow the Brierly Camino Portugues map should arrive. Any words of wisdom appreciated!
Just did the same route in March. Started in Matosinhos.
Bom Caminho!
Im doing that route in august and am voncerned with the distance my first day to Villa do condo anf finding Autor guest house in Vila do Condo.. Thoughts?I agree with TMcA. I have done it both ways. I didn't mind the walk out of the city but the year before I took the metro to Matosinhos mainly due to the very heavy rain at the time.
Bom Caminho!
Well, I was concerned about that long day too in April. I cut it in half and stayed in Matosinhos at the Fishtail Sea House. A lovely, impeccable newer property.Im doing that route in august and am voncerned with the distance my first day to Villa do condo anf finding Autor guest house in Vila do Condo.. Thoughts?
A lot depends on how fit you are before you begin, and how often during the day you have breaks.Yes , that was my plan but really onky wanted to do about 15km. Is it really only 21? Im walking 13 days and don't want to get injury .
Is there a guide book or map that you would recommend...or an app? Thanks Elle.I so agree with @caminoagogo! The Senda Littoral along the Douro River to Matosinhos is so peaceful and beautiful in the early morning! I think you are truly missing something if you take the metro! I am trying so very hard to dispel the myth that the metro is the best way to go! You can have a look at my day fifteen to see what I mean. I have had lots of feedback to the positive regarding my recommendation, so it is not just my preference! It is longer, however, but you can break up the stage of needed! There are plenty of choices. Buen Camino!
What guide books and "Ancient Texts" did you pore over to make your plan....cuz I am considering the same, i.e., switching back and forth to see all three routes? Thanks!Have you considered doing the Senda Litoral out of Porto, @Wexford? It's along the river and the beach and is supposed to be a much nicer way to exit Porto. You can connect up with either the Coastal or Central route further along. You can find my plan (Senda Litoral > Central > Variante Espiritual) and my reasoning behind it on my blog at https://tinyurl.com/y2bp6y3h & https://tinyurl.com/y5vkedfv. Buen Camino!
Yes, mine! Please see Camino Portugues via the Coastal/Senda Litoral. My guide takes you mostly on the Coastal route and always on the Senda Littoral when practical!Is there a guide book or map that you would recommend...or an app? Thanks Elle.
Hi @Hiker-jill, the main point of reference for me was the trusty Brierley Bible. That was my first stop. I also used the Wise Pilgrim app. I keep this on my phone and carry the Brierley guide with me on the actual Camino. It's good to have two points of reference and the Wise Pilgrim app also has reviews of the albergues by fellow pilgrims to refer to if you're unsure of where to stop for the night. I also referred to this forum A LOT and various blogs/webpages, @Elle Bieling's excellent site being one of them. Another blog I found handy in the early planning stages was https://stingynomads.com/camino-portugues-stages/. I hope this info helpsWhat guide books and "Ancient Texts" did you pore over to make your plan....cuz I am considering the same, i.e., switching back and forth to see all three routes? Thanks!
We are walking the same route as you in April/May 2020! However, adding some "wander and wonder" days and staying in favorite places that we find for more than one night--giving ourselves that space. Cheers!Have you considered doing the Senda Litoral out of Porto, @Wexford? It's along the river and the beach and is supposed to be a much nicer way to exit Porto. You can connect up with either the Coastal or Central route further along. You can find my plan (Senda Litoral > Central > Variante Espiritual) and my reasoning behind it on my blog at https://tinyurl.com/y2bp6y3h & https://tinyurl.com/y5vkedfv. Buen Camino!
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