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Conimbriga's Roman ruins
I've been feeling a little low for a few weeks. I had a simple operation on my leg when I returned from the Via and it has taken weeks to feel right again... and I think the transition from walking the majestic VdlP to laying on the sofa doing nothing took it's toll.
But... sorting through my photos and the approaching New Year... and returning to full fitness has encouraged me to make some plans... and I've decided that my next camino will be the Portuguese from Lisbon (starting at the end of September). Next year is difficult as we have a lot of other commitments to fit around. I thought I could only take 2 weeks but I believe I can squeeze in the time and my husband can join me from Porto.
I'm now reading all that I can but I'm realising that there are so many options?!
So... as I start my plans which places should I not miss between Lisbon and Santiago? Any must-visit places? Best Albergues? Breath-taking views?
Thanks in advance
Pasteís de nata which Rachel meant or when you are in Lisbon , pasteís de Belèm!Town highlights are well covered.
Pasteis de Maya is a food highlight.
And two accommodations we loved - Quinta Estrada Romana (about 11km shy of Tui - beautiful farmhouse, delicious meal, interesting host) and the monastery at Herbon (monastery tour, evening service, humble meal).
Anyway whatever you do and if you choose the central route (Porto-São Pedro de Rates, Barcelos etc. don't forget to stay at CASA DA FERNANDA in Vitorino dos Piães. 18 kms from Barcelos directly at the waymarked path to Ponte de Lima.
If you haven't been at Fernanda's, you haven't been on the Caminho Português!
Para tudos do fórum Camino de Santiago.me feliz ano novo 2017
BomThanks for all the replies folks. Last night I started to get cold feet about this route and it's road walking but re-reading your comments and the places you mention has re-ignited my interest. I do love Portugal and Lisbon and I think I will just have to bite the bullet and embrace the roads.
The suggestions sound wonderful... we love the idea of walking by some of the coast so I think perhaps the Porto variant might scratch this itch maybe? I think I need a spreadsheet and a map.
I've been feeling a little low for a few weeks. I had a simple operation on my leg when I returned from the Via and it has taken weeks to feel right again... and I think the transition from walking the majestic VdlP to laying on the sofa doing nothing took it's toll.
But... sorting through my photos and the approaching New Year... and returning to full fitness has encouraged me to make some plans... and I've decided that my next camino will be the Portuguese from Lisbon (starting at the end of September). Next year is difficult as we have a lot of other commitments to fit around. I thought I could only take 2 weeks but I believe I can squeeze in the time and my husband can join me from Porto.
I'm now reading all that I can but I'm realising that there are so many options?!
So... as I start my plans which places should I not miss between Lisbon and Santiago? Any must-visit places? Best Albergues? Breath-taking views?
Thanks in advance
I may have already pointed you in the direction of the forum guides, but if not, check them out in Resources. One from Lisbon to Porto, one from Porto to Santiago.
There is a new albergue about 20 km from the Cathedral in Lisbon, just opened this year by the Via Lusitana (the Lisbon amigos group) in Alpriate. Very highly recommended. And the other most highly rated albergue, this one north of Porto, is surely Casa Fernanda. You'll see lots and lots of praise heaped on her in this forum.
As far as towns, I will start the list of some not to be missed places
-- Tomar -- monastery perched above town on a hill. Really great.
-- Rabacal's Roman villa, if it is not closed due to budget cuts. There is a little museum in town right next to the albergue, and then there used to be a visit out to the site, where there are some beautiful mosaics.
-- Conimbriga's Roman ruins
-- Coimbra -- ancient university town.
-- Porto -- absolutely beautiful city, do not miss the chance to walk across the river on the pedestrian part along the high rail crossing. The view back over the city is beaugtiful (my avatar shows it in miniature, it is really stunning)
-- Ponte de LIma -- beautiful little town.
-- Valenca/Tui (on either side of the river leaving Portugal and entering Spain
-- Pontevedra -- very nice old town
I'm sure I've forgotten some places, so others can chime in.
I have walked the French way and found that there were many water fountains with potable water for most of the trek. Are there plenty of water fountains available on this route?
Hi JohnI will be enjoying the Lisbon to Santiago Route in May 2017. I have walked the French way and found that there were many water fountains with potable water for most of the trek. Are there plenty of water fountains available on this route?
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