- Time of past OR future Camino
- First one in 1977 by train. Many since then by foot. Next one ASAP.
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If you were to take a 'rest day' on the Camino Portugues Central between Porto and Sde C, where would it be? Some town of particularly appealing atmosphere, or historical significance?
Ponte de Lima would get my vote too.If you were to take a 'rest day' on the Camino Portugues Central between Porto and SdeC, where would it be? Some town of particularly appealing atmosphere, or historical significance?
Pont de Lima would get my vote too.
Enough to see to spend a leisurely day wandering around but not too much so you do actually feel rested at the end of your 'rest' day.
Ponte de Lima
I journaled this while doing the Portuguese route in February 2018.
You listed my favorites, as well.Ponte de Lima has a very nice atmosphere, a wonderful market-town with some nice welcoming restaurants and bars.
What to do - Visite Ponte de Lima
Come to Ponte de Lima and uncover the historical heritage, culture, gardens, gastronomy and famous Vinhos Verdes. A land of a unique biodiversity, we welcome you to try Nature Tourism and travel through the beautiful landscapes that make up the county.www.visitepontedelima.pt
I did like Tui, just across the border. I preferred it to Valenca but I passed that town on a Saturday, packed with day tourists. Might be quieter in the week.
And of course Pontevedra.
I really wish I stayed another day there.
Ciudad de Pontevedra - GALICIA
"Pontevedra dá de beber a quen pasa" es un dicho gallego que expresa muy bien la esencia de esta ciudad: la hospitalidad.www.turismo.gal
The Bom Jesus site is very impressive and definately worth a visit. Good for a few hours or more and they have a cafe with outdoor seating, too. I'd post some photos, but I'm sure there are many google images.I plan to walk the Portugues central route from Porto in early May. I too am looking at potential spots for a rest day (in addition to an extra night in Porto) and am interested in making some time to see some of the sights in and around Braga. My understanding is that one needs to find transportation to get to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, but I've heard that it is an amazing place and a pilgrimage site in its own right. I'm still investigating the best place to stop in order to make the visit.
The Bom Jesus site is very impressive and definately worth a visit. Good for a few hours or more and they have a cafe with outdoor seating, too. I'd post some photos, but I'm sure there are many google images.
The shortest way to Braga is to walk to Barcelos and stay overnight an extra night.I plan to walk the Portugues central route from Porto in early May. I too am looking at potential spots for a rest day (in addition to an extra night in Porto) and am interested in making some time to see some of the sights in and around Braga. My understanding is that one needs to find transportation to get to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, but I've heard that it is an amazing place and a pilgrimage site in its own right. I'm still investigating the best place to stop in order to make the visit.
Agreed, unless you were unlucky enough to spend the day walking in torrential rain !Ponte de Lima
I journaled this while doing the Portuguese route in February 2018.
The approach to the beautiful town of Ponte de Lima meanders through the tiny hamlet towns of Anta, Bouca, Paco, Periera and Barros which seem to merge all into one as I drifted through them. This five kilometer portion of the Camino parallels the Rio Lima and it transitions from fields with sheep and goats, to woodland pathways, to apple orchards and vineyards where grape vines are supported by rows of ancient tall slabs of granite, buried in the ground and sticking up like three-meter stone fingers. Finally, I found myself on the cobblestone promenade of the narrow park that runs along the Lima River skirting the entire northern side of Ponte de Lima. Giant plane trees, a type of sycamore, were planted on both sides of the promenade creating both a corridor and a natural shade canopy overhead. These trees had grown to 150 feet high as the riparian location was perfect for this species of deciduous trees which thrive in wetland locations. I stopped and sat on one of the park benches and decided that this has to be flat-out one of the loveliest riverside locations anywhere. Right here, along the sandy banks of the Lima River, a “farmers market” pops up every two weeks and is said to be the oldest outdoor market in Portugal. In addition to fresh produce, vendors also sell textiles, cheep clothing and household goods in a relaxed atmosphere created by the languidly flowing river and the old medieval character of the town.
Hi Carmel, I am walking the CP in late September this year. Do you remember the name of the restaurant in Viana?I walked CP to SDC in Sept this year - the Coastal route. So my vote is for Viana. Great place to visit. If you head this way try to stay at Donna Emilia - Fabulous bnb Hotel. I had my best meal the whole trip in Viana as well. Great Cathedral to visit on the hill, accessable by Furnicular. Cheers Carmel
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