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I walked Vilo do Conde to Rates a few weeks ago and it is a great way of getting back to the central route. There is, however, not a yellow arrow to be seen. The arrows near VdC metro station seem to head away from the aqueduct and had me confused for a while. Best thing is just to follow the aqueduct which is high and easy to see, but in places not easy to reach because busy roads weave through this area. I was glad of my yellow fluorescent rain cover while crossing one main road! Once past this short section the route is easy to follow with directions (the current Brierly is good) and feels like a short off Camino adventure. One cafe owner invited me in for coffee and a family Fado recital which I found very moving. Wishing you a great Camino whichever option you choose.Hello
I am somewhat directionally challenged and loved all those yellow arrows on the Frances!
We will be walking in Sept. From Porto to Matosinhos the next day to Vilo do Conde and the next day through Rates to Barcelos. I have a Brierly guide but am wondering how well marked the routes are, especially on the third day and if there is an idiot proof route? Should we cab to Rates or Arcos from Vilo to Conde and walk from there? What about the first day - is the route obvious or marked? Thanks
I actually had more trouble finding my way walking into Vila do Conde...one way or another I detoured from the coast after Vila Cha and did my alternative wandering....say no more....
From Redondela to Pontevedra and then following the Variante Espiritual to Padron staying at the Convento de Herbon with communal dinner and breakfast. Perfect.
Hebron monastery was closed when I went in June. Has it reopened? And a Big yes to the Espiritual. It's beauty was a most welcomed change from the rest of this route for me.
The phonenumber of casa da Fernanda +351 914 589 521Hi, I'm about to set off from Porto in 2 weeks time on my 1st Camino so I'm enjoying this information. I've read such wonderful things about Cassa Fernanda and the monastery of Herbon really hope to stay at both.
Could someone please advise if would be necessary to book ahead if I wish to stay at the monastery of Herbon?
And if so would anyone have a phone number and an idea of the cost please? Also a phone number for Cassa Fernanda? And lastly how early should I phone ahead to book a bed at these and other albergues, the morning of the day I would arrive? The day before? 2 days before? Thanks for any assistance everyone.
Could someone please advise if would be necessary to book ahead if I wish to stay at the monastery of Herbon?
And if so would anyone have a phone number and an idea of the cost please?
Hello
I am somewhat directionally challenged and loved all those yellow arrows on the Frances!
We will be walking in Sept. From Porto to Matosinhos the next day to Vilo do Conde and the next day through Rates to Barcelos. I have a Brierly guide but am wondering how well marked the routes are, especially on the third day and if there is an idiot proof route? Should we cab to Rates or Arcos from Vilo to Conde and walk from there? What about the first day - is the route obvious or marked? Thanks
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