As well as walking both main routes of the Portuguese Camino north of Porto, including the Variante Espiritual, I’m happy to say that I’ve now walked to the “End of the World” on the Camino de Finisterre and Muxía, which starts in Santiago de Compostela. I’m becoming a bit ofRead More →
Having followed the Camino Português to Santiago de Compostela on the main route from Porto, I remained curious about the Camino Espiritual, which leaves the main trail just after Pontevedra and rejoins it in Pontecessures near Padrón. Now that I’ve done the Variante Espiritual, as it’s also known, or SalnésRead More →
If you’re trying to choose between the Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago and the more widely-known Central Camino Portugues, this article is for you. I’ve walked both of these routes north of Porto, starting with part of the Coastal route. Both have their plus points and I can’t say thatRead More →
Since hiking both of the two main Portuguese Camino de Santiago pilgrim routes between Porto and Santiago de Compostela, I have advised hundreds of people on their Camino itineraries. This article, as well as the other Camino related guides I’ve written have helped thousands of hikers to plan their ownRead More →
Many people have asked me how to train for walking the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. I had already had my first taste of multi-day hiking with a 4-day stint on the Coastal Camino where I learned some valuable lessons thanks to my totally inadequate preparation. With that experience in mind,Read More →
Whether you are making your way to Santiago de Compostela on foot along one of the Camino trails or visiting the city for other reasons, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained for at least a day or two (see my accommodation suggestions if you are staying overnight). Here areRead More →
The Central Portuguese Camino de Santiago is the most established route and the second most popular Camino route after the French Way. But is it the right one for you? Hopefully, this article will help you make that decision. As well as giving you information about the Central Portuguese CaminoRead More →
As with the previous section of the central Portuguese Way of St. James, I’m covering the two days between Ponte de Lima and Valença in one blog post. This is partly because I’ve already written about the first of those days as it was the experience that sparked this wholeRead More →
Exactly which clothes and equipment you need to pack for the Portuguese Camino de Santiago, or any other multi-day walk, will depend on things like the weather and your personal needs. The most important factor is whether you will be carrying it around with you all day or opt have yourRead More →