The Camino Portugués – Cicerone

The Camino Portugués – Cicerone   ISBN 9781786311962 Camino Portugais

Discover the Camino Portugués, a time-honoured pilgrimage route that connects Lisbon, Portugal’s vibrant capital, to the legendary cathedral city of Santiago de Compostela in Spain. Stretching over 621km, this historic path has welcomed pilgrims for centuries and rewards today’s walkers with an inspiring blend of cultural heritage, spectacular scenery, and unforgettable experiences.

Ideal for walkers of all levels, the Camino requires no technical skills, just a steady pace. The comprehensive Cicerone guidebook offers adaptable stages, training tips, and advice for long-distance hiking. The route weaves through Roman roads, charming villages, forests, farmland, and cities like Porto and Coimbra.

• Highlights include Tomar’s Knights Templar castle, Conímbriga’s Roman mosaics, and Portugal’s oldest village, Ponte de Lima, all set against the welcoming traditions and vibrant culture of the Camino.
• Find detailed coverage of the Central Camino—via Ribatejo, Beira Litoral, Douro, and Minho—and the Coastal Camino, known for Atlantic views, fishing villages, and Mt Santa Luzia vistas. Route insights and expert tips included.
• Includes the Spiritual Variant (Variante Espiritual) with its unique boat stage, plus connecting routes between Central and Coastal Caminos via key towns like Vila do Conde, Esposende, Caminha, and Tui.
• Flexible itineraries let you start in Lisbon (25+ days), Porto (10+ days), or Tui (5 days), making the pilgrimage accessible for all schedules and fitness levels.
• Each Camino Portugués guidebook stage includes clear route descriptions, distance and elevation profiles, and essential information on accommodations, transportation, and local amenities in major towns along the route, including Lisbon, Porto, Ponte de Lima, Tui, and Santiago de Compostela. Stay informed and prepared at every step with up-to-date resources to enhance your Camino experience.
• Benefit from stage maps of the Camino Portugués at a user-friendly 1:100,000 scale, complete with detailed elevation profiles for every stage, especially the renowned approach to Santiago de Compostela.
• No matter which route you select, Central, Coastal, or the Spiritual Variant, the Camino Portugués guidebook offers downloadable GPX files for seamless digital navigation. Gain access to expert Camino planning tips, safety advice, and practical recommendations for a successful pilgrimage.
• Pilgrim credentials: Find step-by-step guidance on how to obtain your official credencial (pilgrim passport), along with advice on collecting stamps (carimbos/sellos) at albergues and landmarks throughout the Camino Portugués.

Plan your Camino Portugués adventure with confidence and experience the enduring spirit of the Camino along one of Europe’s most beautiful and culturally rich pilgrimage routes with the definitive Cicerone guidebook.

The Camino Portugués (Portuguese Way) – Quick Facts

Location: Portugal & Spain – Lisbon/Porto/Tui to Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain
Distance: ~620 km / ~385 miles (Central route from Lisbon)
Typical duration: ~1 month on foot
Start: Lisbon (with popular alternatives from Porto or Tui)
End: Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Route format: Linear long-distance pilgrimage walk with Central, Coastal and Spiritual variants
Stages: 25 main stages (~16–34 km each)
Difficulty: Moderate – suitable for reasonably fit walkers; no specialist gear required
Best season: April–October (spring to autumn)

English

Pages:  336

Dimensions:   11 X 17 X 2 cm

Publication: 2024