LIVE from the Camino Via de la Plata

ggtree · Sep 22, 2020

I am on day 6 of walking Via de la Plata and have only seen two pilgrims, two delightful men from Spain. Are there any other pilgrims out here? I’m loving it! This is my third Camino and so far the best. BTW I am walking solo, single older female.

nycwalking · Sep 23, 2020

ggtree said:
I am on day 6 of walking Via de la Plata and have only seen two pilgrims, two delightful men from Spain. Are there any other pilgrims out here? I’m loving it! This is my third Camino and so far the best. BTW I am walking solo, single older female.

I sure wouldn’t mind if you posted pics and a somewhat daily summary of: path, albergues, sights, et cetera.

Buen camino.

ggtree · Sep 23, 2020

ggtree said:
I am on day 6 of walking Via de la Plata and have only seen two pilgrims, two delightful men from Spain. Are there any other pilgrims out here? I’m loving it! This is my third Camino and so far the best. BTW I am walking solo, single older female.

here are a couple of pictures. First, the first Camino marker at the Cathedral in Seville.Next, the Camino just before Santiponce. Thank you Iver for asking me to post pics. I would be happy to post some as I go if you like. Thanks -Gigi

Kanga · Sep 23, 2020

Ah Gigi, the Via de la Plata is my favourite trek so far. I’m envious.

Lexicos · Sep 23, 2020

Yes, please do post some pics along the way Ggtree, if you get a chance. I want to do the Plata too and it would be good to have some idea of what it's like, to see it through your eyes..

WayneG · Sep 23, 2020

travel safely pelligrina, stay Covid safe. I am so envious, in a nice way. I was planning my camino this year but I can't leave Australia! I will have make my trek vicariously. please post pics.

ggtree · Sep 23, 2020

Thank you. I will.

Robo · Sep 23, 2020

nycwalking said:
I sure wouldn’t mind if you posted pics and a somewhat daily summary of: path, albergues, sights, et cetera.

Buen camino.

Yes please; think of us poor sods stuck at home

Jean Ti · Sep 23, 2020

I did the Via de la Plata some time ago and I am wondering if you have past a small stream were a metal bar serve has a bridge?

LesBrass · Sep 23, 2020

feeling nostalgic... I was there 4 years ago and goes I wish I was there now! I walk every year at this time... my heart aches to not be walking now! Have a wonderful time! it really is a beautiful walk ❤

lt56ny · Sep 23, 2020

nycwalking said:
I sure wouldn’t mind if you posted pics and a somewhat daily summary of: path, albergues, sights, et cetera.

Buen camino.

I second this request especially albergues, cleanliness etc. I am very fine with simple accommodations. A bed, shower and clean space makes me a happy pilgrim indeed. A little summery of your day's walk would also help alot too. I hope to be walking as soon as possible next year. Stay safe and healthy.

ggtree · Sep 23, 2020

Kanga said:
Ah Gigi, the Via de la Plata is my favourite trek so far. I’m envious.

I am enjoying it so much. I had planned this Camino for June but...kept putting if 2 weeks at a time. Finally on September 11 I was allowed in Spain so here I am.

-Gigi

Jean Ti said:
I did the Via de la Plata some time ago and I am wondering if you have past a small stream were a metal bar serve has a bridge?

No I haven’t. Where is it near?

ggtree · Sep 23, 2020

LesBrass said:
feeling nostalgic... I was there 4 years ago and goes I wish I was there now! I walk every year at this time... my heart aches to not be walking now! Have a wonderful time! it really is a beautiful walk ❤

Yes, I am enjoying it very much. But, it is empty. Several times now I have been the only guest in the Hotel / Albergue. -Gigi

ggtree · Sep 23, 2020

nycwalking said:
I sure wouldn’t mind if you posted pics and a somewhat daily summary of: path, albergues, sights, et cetera.

Buen camino.

I started in Seville and currently I am in Fuente de Cantos. Only 850 more miles to go. Loving it.

Jean Ti · Sep 23, 2020

ggtree said:
I am enjoying it so much. I had planned this Camino for June but...kept putting if 2 weeks at a time. Finally on September 11 I was allowed in Spain so here I am.

-Gigi

No I haven’t. Where is it near?

I do not remember. It must be in the first 2 weeks of walking. The stream must be 2 to 3 meters wide and a 10 to 12 cm metal bar cross the stream.

I remember a lady that simply refused to continue walking.

malingerer · Sep 23, 2020

Kanga said:
Ah Gigi, the Via de la Plata is my favourite trek so far. I’m envious.

Me too! piteous sobs! but being noble wish you a buen camino!

samarkand.

ggtree · Sep 23, 2020

lt56ny said:
I second this request especially albergues, cleanliness etc. I am very fine with simple accommodations. A bed, shower and clean space makes me a happy pilgrim indeed. A little summery of your day's walk would also help alot too. I hope to be walking as soon as possible next year. Stay safe and healthy.

I am finding most Albergues either closed for the season or never were able to open. Those that are open are only renting the single rooms which is fine with me. However, I have been the only pilgrim every night except for two nights ago. The Albergue has two rooms and the other was occupied by two older gentlemen from Spain. Other than that I have seen no Pilgrims on the Camino. I’m all alone.

thistleamy · Sep 23, 2020

Gigi

You are not alone - we are all walking with you.

Buen Camino and thank you for sharing and bringing us with you.

Amy

nycwalking · Sep 23, 2020

Gigi,

Thank you so much for posts and pics.

As @thistleamy said we are walking with you.

Keep updates coming.

Buen camino.

lt56ny · Sep 23, 2020

ggtree said:
I am finding most Albergues either closed for the season or never were able to open. Those that are open are only renting the single rooms which is fine with me. However, I have been the only pilgrim every night except for two nights ago. The Albergue has two rooms and the other was occupied by two older gentlemen from Spain. Other than that I have seen no Pilgrims on the Camino. I’m all alone.

thanks for the update and the photos. I was checking the weather and it looks like that you have pretty nice weather coming up. Not too hot like it can be at this time of the year.

hel&scott · Sep 23, 2020

Enjoy your walk, this lonely lovely Camino is loved by many of us for it's quiet contemplative stretches. While you may not see many pilgrims rest assured we are with you as you old along iin our well worn foot steps we will be following yours.

Kanga · Sep 24, 2020

ggtree said:
I am enjoying it so much. I had planned this Camino for June but...kept putting if 2 weeks at a time. Finally on September 11 I was allowed in Spain so here I am.

-Gigi

No I haven’t. Where is it near?

It's the Arroyo des Molinos, on the second day of walking. It dries up in summer so you would not have noticed it.

llonya · Sep 24, 2020

ggtree said:
here are a couple of pictures. First, the first Camino marker at the Cathedral in Seville.Next, the Camino just before Santiponce. Thank you Iver for asking me to post pics. I would be happy to post some as I go if you like. Thanks -Gigi

Hi Gigi,

Thank you very much for your post and photos. I have been dreaming about this walk on Via de la Plata, but at the moment I cannot even leave my neighbourhood here in Melbourne. But, I have look at your photos, then close my eyes and start dreaming.

Buen Camino.

Laszlo

ggtree · Sep 24, 2020

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lt56ny said:
thanks for the update and the photos. I was checking the weather and it looks like that you have pretty nice weather coming up. Not too hot like it can be at this time of the year.

I’ve had cloudy skies several days, two days with rain and one of those days where it hailed for about 15 minutes. I took shelter under someone’s front porch. -Gigi

marksmc · Sep 24, 2020

Hi Gigi, Thankyou for your updates and photos!
I will be starting this Camino hopefully next week.
I edited my original post as I see that you had already answered my query to bringing a tent and finding Albergues open and see in your reply to forum member It56ny that you so far have not experienced any problem of finding accomodation which is great to know, I am so looking forward to my 4th Camino after completing the French, Northern and Portuguese Way's, stay safe and sound Gigi,
Buen Camino!!

ggtree · Sep 24, 2020

Actually, what I recommend is a rain coat. I have had no trouble finding hotel rooms or B’nB’s. It is only the Albergues that are closed. Some of the private ones with private rooms are open but plan to stay in hotels. Buen Camino.

marksmc · Sep 24, 2020

Gigi, thanks for the reply and I actually prefer a umbrella than raincoat personally as have a cover for the backpack.
I was hoping the Pilgrim (budget friendly and preferable to me for communual evenings) Albergues rather than hotels to be honest but will go with the flow once started, cheers

lt56ny · Sep 24, 2020

ggtree said:
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I’ve had cloudy skies several days, two days with rain and one of those days where it hailed for about 15 minutes. I took shelter under someone’s front porch. -Gigi

Personally for me I would take rain over those really hot September days in Southern Spain any day! Hail any time of the year isn't much fun for sure.

philmickm · Sep 26, 2020

Hi Gigi, sorry you’re on your own there, but many with you in spirit. I’ll follow your journey too, so please keep the photos and notes coming. Via de la Plata is high on my dream list too. I’ve done the Camino Frances from SJPdP and loved it. Besotted with Spain now. Stuck in Melbourne Oz, and life at the mo. I’ll get there. Buen Camino, Phil

Hebridean · Sep 26, 2020

ggtree said:
I am on day 6 of walking Via de la Plata and have only seen two pilgrims, two delightful men from Spain. Are there any other pilgrims out here? I’m loving it! This is my third Camino and so far the best. BTW I am walking solo, single older female.

Oh! I’m so envious! I would love to do this route so please keep us updated on your progress. I’m also a single, older woman and have been wondering how I would fare on the DLP. Buen Camino!

ggtree · Sep 26, 2020

I was in Villafranca de los Barros yesterday overnight. Stumbled onto a wonderful old car and motorcycle museum. A must see if you go through this town. The museum is just opposite the south wall of the cathedral. I will attach a couple of pictures below but they do not do justice. Seriously, don’t miss this if you are in the town. On to Torremejia tomorrow then Merida the next. Loving this Camino. -Gigi

Karlgrino · Sep 26, 2020

just returned from the VdP 4 weeks ago. I enjoy the long summer days and the heat doesn't bother me half as much as rain! Took me 39 days from Sevilla to SdC taking the Sanabres route. If that is your plan also let me know and I will share a couple noteworthy details. Buen Camino.
BTW: I met a total of 12!!! pilgrims he entire time.

Rellrog · Sep 27, 2020

Also envious. My wife and I stopped at Zafra in March when the lockdown occurred. We had to escape to an AirB&B in Caceres for four days...until we could book our flight back. We are dying to continue our VDLP from Zafra but looks like it will be a while before that happens...we are from the USA. We will live the Camino vicariously through your postings. Thank you!

ggtree · Sep 27, 2020

Currently in Mérida looking at all the old Roman structures. Absolutely amazing. Now, these are old. Here are a couple of pictures.

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