Minimum Cycling Distances in Portugal

[Northern Laurie]

Hi all

I am considering cycling the coastal route but wondered if any / many albergues have minimum cycling distances. Eg do I have to ride a minimum amount per day to be able to stay in an albergue.

I overheard conversations between hospitaleros and cycle pilgrims on the Norte that made me wonder.

I am not a strong cyclist but am getting stronger and enjoying it more than walking right now - I can do about 15 km on a bike in a day comfortably and will be able to get up to 20 or 30 by September - but not more.

 

[Vacajoe]

As a multiple Camino walker and hospitalero, I’ve never heard of there being a required minimum distance. Many albergues will require bicyclists to check in after a certain time in order to give walker the first opportunity at a bed. Curious what others have been told.