Easy hikes and walks around Barca

For some time now, I've been wondering if I should also go on a pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago? To find out, I spontaneously put on my hiking boots on vacation and embark on a short journey. I start in Matosinhos, as the Camino Portugués de la Costa is near the accommodation. The actual starting point is in Porto. In Rua da Pena Ventosa, right next to the cathedral, you can get all the information, patches/shells, and the "collectible booklet" 😃 Shortly after the start, I'm already standing with my feet in the Atlantic and enjoying the sun on my skin. After just a few minutes, I see the "many" people who have also set out on this journey. I am enthusiastic about the many languages and the patches from different countries. It doesn't take long and I'm already in the first conversation - "I would like to swap backpacks with you. I'm not sure if I've packed too many things? My backpack is quite large." I'm happy, because I keep seeing the same people on the trail from time to time today. We recognize each other and give each other a brief smile. The path runs predominantly on a wooden boardwalk (there were short detours as repair work was carried out from time to time. The detours were not signposted) and you almost always have a great view of the Atlantic 🤩. By the way, shade is scarce and many of the toilets were closed 🙁. I didn't have a kiosk or supermarket on my way (There is a Lidl in Matosinhos). Today I was able to observe interesting people on their hike and wondered if I would see one or the other again if I were also on this journey? Many thanks, to Unknown! It was nice to walk a large part of the trail with you and I wish you lots of fun on your onward journey! After today, I go to bed with a positive feeling 💤 and look forward to another encounter with the Camino de Santiago. Here is some more information about the route: - https://camino-portugues.de/camino-portugues-etappen/ - https://jakobsweg-laufen.de/route/caminho-portugues/etappen/ - https://www.komoot.com/de-de/collection/1763396/jakobsweg-von-portugal-nach-spanien-portugiesischer-kuestenweg

Footbridges are present in several stages of the Camino, especially in the coastal areas between Porto and Caminha: Porto – Labruge Stage: Urban sections and a seafront promenade with wooden walkways alternating with well-paved cycle paths. Vila do Conde – Esposende Stage: Footbridges over dunes and through coastal villages, ideal for enjoying the Atlantic landscape. Viana do Castelo – Caminha Stage: Paths along beaches and cliffs, with numerous sections on wooden walkways crossing dunes and protected areas.

The walkways through the dunes between Agudela and Lavra, also known as the Passadiço das Dunas de Lavra, are part of a network of coastal trails in northern Portugal that allow visitors to explore the coastline in a comfortable and environmentally friendly way.

The Camino de Santiago is a spectacular walk with incredible landscapes both in winter and summer.

The British Avro Lancaster III bomber participated in an attack on the railway line between France and Italy in the Antheor zone. It was hit by anti-aircraft fire. It is believed that they were attempting to reach Gibraltar when they landed there. The entire crew survived, aided by fishermen.

A small, authentic fishing port with colorful boats, fishermen's cottages, and a signal fire. Very idyllic! Photo opportunities abound.

The Castro de São Paio in Labruge, Vila do Conde, is one of the few coastal settlements from the Bronze and Iron Ages in Portugal. Several panels explain the archaeological finds from the pre-Roman period.

Not all roads are available for bikes