Never too old

[Jeanette & ted]

June 1st. Two pensioners walking slow and easy on our 2nd camino. Starting Porto then heading in to the central route from Vila do conde

 

[Former member 92300]

Enjoy!

 

[trecile]

Buen Camino!
If you'd like, you can add yourself to the list of those starting in June by clicking here.

 

[Former member 49149]

Jeannette, you and Ted have a wonderful camino ahead of you. Maybe you will find time to write how it is all going...buen camino!

 

[Jeanette & ted]

Thank you. Yes, we will do. We’ll certainly have time to do updates cos we’re planning on taking it reeeeal easy, take time out to enjoy it and to wish “buen camino” to all those who will no doubt overtake us.

 

[Howie Peterson]

June 1st. Two pensioners walking slow and easy on our 2nd camino. Starting Porto then heading in to the central route from Vila do conde

That's the same route I took in 2017 at the age of 69. I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

 

[Sherpa47]

June 1st. Two pensioners walking slow and easy on our 2nd camino. Starting Porto then heading in to the central route from Vila do conde

Have a wonderful Camino!

 

[DenWhite]

On our list for next year. The Frances this year (August) for part celebration of my soul mate's 60th and August 2023 Porto Vila do Conde then central followed by 2 weeks in Ireland (heritage) celebrating my 70th. "While we can."
Camino then Guinness!

 

[WisTom]

Age only a mindset. Just finished a solo trip on the VF from Toledo to Rome on April 4. 1020 km in 35 stages at age 71. Lots of 30 km plus days and hills. Just walk and enjoy.

 

[Ellann]

Thank you. Yes, we will do. We’ll certainly have time to do updates cos we’re planning on taking it reeeeal easy, take time out to enjoy it and to wish “buen camino” to all those who will no doubt overtake us.

I love it because that is my plan as well. I am not retired yet but I am 63. Some days will be less than 10 km but of course I have 5 weeks to complete the walk from Porto to Santiago de Compostela.

 

[Myra Ramsay]

Walked from Porto and then inland at Vila do Conde in 2017. Planned to split the long stretch - Barcelos to Peunte da Lima at Casa da Fernando (no booking). It was raining and the casa was full. Fernando rang ahead trying to secure a bed but nothing. Ended up sharing a taxi to Peunte da Lima. Looks like booking ahead is now the norm . Enjoyed the walk. Only real uphill is after Peunte da Lima. Have done the Norte since in 2019 and I was born in ‘45.
Missed the Espiritual. It sounds amazing. Tend to just get up and walk with some idea of where I’ll stay. Tui was great for a day off.

 

[trecile]

Walked from Porto and then inland at Vila do Conde in 2017. Planned to split the long stretch - Barcelos to Peunte da Lima at Casa da Fernando (no booking). It was raining and the casa was full. Fernando rang ahead trying to secure a bed but nothing. Ended up sharing a taxi to Peunte da Lima. Looks like booking ahead is now the norm

Obviously, each place has a limited number of beds. If there's somewhere special that you want to stay, like Fernanda's then yes, you should make a reservation.
However if you are happy to accept any bed available it's still possible to wing it.

 

[Canada Wanders]

Everyone enjoy the beautiful Portugal….but do not, under any circumstances, leave Porto without trying as many Pasteis de Nata as you can! These custard tarts….incredible!

 

[trecile]

Everyone enjoy the beautiful Portugal….but do not, under any circumstances, leave Porto without trying as many Pasteis de Nata as you can! These custard tarts….incredible!

Fortunately, they can also be found north of Porto. I'm starting my next Camino in Lisbon to maximize the number of days that I will be able to eat pasteis de nata.

 

[Ellann]

Everyone enjoy the beautiful Portugal….but do not, under any circumstances, leave Porto without trying as many Pasteis de Nata as you can! These custard tarts….incredible!

I have a Portuguese colleague at work and she makes them every day for a local bakery and brings in what she considers her "seconds", or rejects and the staff just love it.

 

[WisTom]

Age only a mindset. Just finished a solo trip on the VF from Toledo to Rome on April 4. 1020 km in 35 stages at age 71. Lots of 30 km plus days and hills. Just walk and enjoy.

Meant Torino.

 

[Jeanette & ted]

Oh so many inspirational words, thank you all. I can’t wait and yes, we have pre booked beds, especially at casa fernanda. Although we’re quite fit (I’m 69 and hubby is 74) we couldn’t possibly match you WisTom. You really are an inspiration