route via portugal
Hi,
My recollection is that although there is some roadwork the majority of the path is in the country side on pista and track. The scenery is constantly changing, no mindnumbing long stretches and no industrial approaches to towns as you have in Spain. Saw wild boar in nature, about 15 mts away, and watched them for several minutes before they got our scent. The Portugese we met were without exception friendly and went out of their way to help and answer any questions. One point to bear in mind, Portugal in the area you walk through is very rural and it didnt seem to me that locals in villages knew much of the world outside. Several times we were assured that coffee/bar, or accommodation would be found in the next village only to find none. In Bragansa the only major town you go through, we had difficulty finding accommodation with hot water. I spoke to the tourist info office and got the reply, " I dont have hot water at home it's not unusual " Dont rely on info re food ,accommodation or distances given by locals. My experience is that
info you get will be at best inaccurate. Having said that its a beautiful walk with lovely people, the food is excellent the countryside unspoilt and your euro does go that bit further. Another plus, you really cant get lost, the signing is so good. Take care and if you decide on this route enjoy it Skye.