Camino de Santiago | Portuguese Coastal Route & Spiritual Variant - 350km

A video diary of my 350km walk from Porto to Santiago in 13 days.
No drones, cameras or mics. Filmed entirely on my iPhone. Filmed & edited by Joe.
Embrace that sense of adventure. Get it done!
Disclaimer: This video is for entertainment purposes only. The music used in this video is the intellectual property of its respective owners. No copyright infringement intended.
Music Credits:
Vertebrae - Channo
Truth Begins - Fink
Interstellar - Hans Zimmer
Fat Freddy's Drop - Ray Ray
Say That - Toro Y Moi
Ascent (Day 7) - Ludovico Einaudi

[@chuckhartman251]

Wow great video, I walked the Frances in May 2022, and I am booked to leave for the Coastal way in September 2023. The video was very well done, when people ask me what the Camino is like I am going to direct them to this video. Your demonstration of the anticipation, the excitement of the new towns, people and experiences, the pain and finally the comfort in the final shot knowing your personal journey was part of something much greater than just an adventure was just how I felt when I reached Santiago. I had that sense of accomplishment mixed with a somber realization that it was over, and I felt the connection to the pilgrims of the past. Thanks again for a great video. Peace on all your journeys.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks so much Chuck for the kind feedback. I'm pleased I captured the same emotion you remembered after reaching Santiago, that's so cool. It is certainly a strange feeling reaching the end. Good luck on the coastal route, great time to go and I'm sure you'll enjoy it as something quite different than the Frances route. All the best!

[@ckunert1]

Would you share your day-to-day itinerary?

[@chuckhartman251]

@@ckunert1 We completed the Coastal in late September-early October 2023. Everyone said it would be cold and rainy on the coast. We brought cold weather gear and rain gear that we never used, not even once. I completed the Frances from SJPP to SDC in May of 2022. The coastal was very different from the Frances but the scenery is so beautiful. I didn't have an itinerary, so I just put this together using the Buen Camino App which is what I used on both of my Caminos. Some of the lodging is named different in google maps so hopefully not too confusing. Good luck, happy travels and most of all Bom Camino. Day1 spent the night in Parafita stayed in Casa Velha (overpriced) Day 2 spent the night in A Ver o mar Stayed at Casa Fragosa (good place) Day 3 spent the night in Marinhas Hostel Costa Selvagem (good place) Day 4 Villa nova de Anha Casa Da Carolina (top notch place we had a great stay the owner is very helpful) Day 5 Vila Pria de Ancora Quinta da Quinhas (very nice farm atmosphere beautiful attic dorm and they have a donkey) Day 6 Portecelo Apartamento Loft Pereginos A Estivada (this is a private apartment with a couch and everything you even have a washing machine for your clothes it was only 50 E and was probably the nicest place we stayed any nights on Camino she even had a couple of beers in the refrigerator that had your breakfast and few other snacks it was great) Day 7 A Ramallosa Pazo De Pias Monastery (it was ok but nothing remarkable) Day 8 Vigo (Vigo Pilgrams hostel large place with almost 100 beds it was ok we tried to stay at the R 4 Hostel, they have an awesome wax stamp, but they were full by the time we got there) Day 9 Arcade a Filla do Mar (Nice pool room was cramped with probably 12 people in a small room very close bunks) Day 10 A Cancela (Barro Pilgrims Hostel Wow it was very fun, but it is not a nice facility Pedro is the guy running it and he is very interesting this was one of our fond memories that gave us some adventure I would like to stay again just not every night) Day 11 Aldea de O Pino (Valga Pilgrims Hostel this is a large hostel but no food on premise and the only communal showers I have seen on any Camino) Day 12 A Picarana (Pension/Hostel Glorioso No food on premise it was clean and ok) Day 13 Santiago Nest Style Santiago (a little pricey but really good breakfast)

[@allenannett5534]

Doing this same, my 1st, Camino walk in September. Thanks for this video; I almost want to do it during the winter as it looks great and peaceful

[@josephrasmussen4463]

You will love it

[@rowanmulvey8632]

You have done a great job of recording editing and sharing this experience. Much appreciated.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the encouragement

[@CatherineMary61]

This is a beautiful video. However, what you said at the end about the Cathedral is there because Abraham left his tent was so profound! Loved it! I’m glad you had a great experience overall. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot Catherine. Abraham is an inspiration to us all!

[@mrspazio]

Man, thank you for inspiring me to do more of what I want to be doing in this life. Seeing you pull this off, and making this beautiful video with nothing but your iPhone, is truly amazing and refreshing. Subscribing to you channel was the easiest decision I've made in a while and look forward to more and to follow your journey. Keep it my man.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot brother hope to see you hike it soon!

[@TheTnova]

Doing the same trip now! Will be in Santiago in 2 days God willing. Loved your video and will share with others. Thank you for your thoughts about Abraham and adventure and faith. That is a very powerful message i will take home with me to share with friends and family! Thank You! God bless you!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Did you make it to Santiago ok? Thanks for the kind comment glad you enjoyed it!

[@mariadarmie9954]

Amazing and astounding story and video, I’m going May 2025. Thank you, really felt your sincere love for the adventure. Peace

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot, pleased you enjoyed it! Buen Camino for next May.

[@g.l.murphy9287]

So well done, Joseph! Thank you for the fantastic shots and scenery along the Coastal Route (Senda Litoral). I plan to go at the beginning of October. So looking forward to the adventure. "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing" Helen Keller. Cheers

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot! I'm glad you enjoyed it. All the best for your adventure in October, I'm sure you will love it

[@helenallen5710]

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

thank you Helen

[@annalopez4711]

Absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks Anna :)

[@100Noddy]

Yes man. Awesome journey. Love this route.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

So cool aye man

[@linfung4297]

Thank you for sharing your coastal journey. Its been v informative.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulafitz532]

Thank you, such a pleasure to watch your journey.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot :)

[@stucooper8159]

Awesome and inspiring. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot

[@theresaford7863]

Thank you for creating this film and sharing your adventure on the Camino.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks for your kind comment

[@sallybiddick]

What a truly beautiful film. Utterly inspiring and uplifting. PLEASE make more!!!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it. Will do for sure!

[@mannyperry761]

Bravo! I really enjoyed watching and I too will find my way this spring. Thank you for the encouragement. Well done!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Good to hear! You will love it

[@lisacallahan7954]

This is fabulous. Music is perfect choice. Feels like we are there with you.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Such kind feedback, this was my goal. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@linfung4297]

Appreciate your spiritual inspiration

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks!

[@JH-me]

Gorgeous video , one of the best I have watched. Love your low key approach, not all shouty and full of tips, explanations etc. just honest walking , going with the flow and taking it all in . I think you have inspired me to have a go too 😊, Thanks .

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the encouraging feedback. I'm happy that it has inspired you to have a go!

[@astcal]

Love it!!!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot!

[@carolp1912]

Beautiful journey. I did the exact same last year 2022. Loved every moment if it. Can’t wait to go back.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Nice, maybe the Camino del Norte this time?

[@adbc8213]

Thanks for the awesome video!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot!

[@stevejones7574]

Great Job! Love the music too. Now I have another Camino to do.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Happy you enjoyed it. Definitely recommend. Don't forget to add the spiritual route

[@John_Smith__]

Amazing video and thanks for sharing!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks John!

[@michele6512]

What a beautiful, profound, and impactful ending and sharing of this journey for you. Thank-you for sharing.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot Michele! Stoked you enjoyed it.

[@Hawaiian80882]

Enjoyed your post....My wife and I just returned from Portugal & Spain, wife walked the Camino Portuguese Spiritual variant, I was her pit crew....though I didn't really walk it (due to a past leg injury) the whole experience was a blessing, the sights, sounds, & people we met along the way were such a joy to experience, and the spiritual experience, fellowshipping with God along the way clearly was a Blessing from God. We're planning a return.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Sounds like it was an epic adventure. Which one will you walk next?

[@rangelet]

Loved that song Layers on Layers. Never heard it before! Great video as well.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Yes Fink is a great artist! The song felt like a good fit there

[@kathystraveler959]

Great video! Really well done and inspirational. I am doing a combination of the Coastal and Central, with the Spiritual Variant in Sept/Oct 2023. I can't wait! Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot Kathy! That sounds like a great plan, I have heard that both ways are great. All the best

[@kitty_s23456]

Thanks for the vid! You're the only one that I've seen (so far) who has done the spiritual variant, so thnx for that! 13 days - that's good time. I also liked your reflection at the end. Safe travels and buen camino!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@cornawiese1061]

Great video! You brought back so many wonderful memories - my husband and I walked the Portuguese Camino from Lisbon in 2018 and my favourite section was the coastal route from Porto. Your thoughts that you shared along the way have so much truth in them. The best one: "If you want to know what it feels like to complete the Camino, then you have to do it yourself" ... what a great way to end your video! Best wishes from South Africa.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

So glad to hear you enjoyed it. It must have been an amazing journey coming all the way from Lisbon!

[@ljubicastankovic338]

Great video, thanks for sharing. We walked the same Camino in April and watching your video I kind of walked it again (so many great memories). And also I can't belive it's your first video. You're so natural, such a great storyteller. Buen Camino!👣🐌☕️🍷❤

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks for such kind encouragement, I'm stoked you were able to relive some of those memories from a once in a lifetime experience! Buen Camino

[@phillipsmith6756]

Only a Kiwi would want to see a snake! Thanks Joseph - I'll try to track you down soon for some clarification on how far you went along the Littoral, before the Coastal and how the water section fits. We're planning now for Sep/Oct24

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Hopefully I will see one next time! Absolutely, happy to help. From memory I stuck to the coast as much as possible, at times walking along the beach. It's really up to you how long you keep the Litoral route

[@walkingthrulife2296]

Thank you for taking the time to film your Camino journey. I enjoyed your quiet and thoughtful approach, your music and commentary. My wife and I will be walking the CP in August this year, and you've helped with our planning and...likely move over to the Variante Espiritual. Cheers!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks for the kind comments. Great idea walking the Spiritual variant with your wife! I'm sure you'll enjoy it

[@mystvandle]

Wonderful video! I'll be doing the Portuguese route and spiritual variant in September with a group of women. I'm definitely sharing your video. Thanks! 😊

[@josephrasmussen4463]

thanks a lot and good on you! Buen Camino

[@allmustbe1]

Thanks for this video. It found me a few days after I finished the Portuguese Camino myself. The words and thoughts you expressed resonate with my aftertaste. It was nice to see again the places I passed and remember the moments, tastes and people I met along the way. Great job mate, thanks again for this video.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks for the feedback mate, I’m thrilled you enjoyed it and could relive those moments again for a bit. All the best

[@woody6658]

Hey Joseph! Great video i walked it in 2o21;would walk it again! Quality and content is excellent really captures the beauty of both the Coastal and Espiritual i love the sea. Stayed in the Monastery in Armentiera the blessing was emotional. Hope you make more Camino journeys and vids!!! I start the Frances from Leon to Muxia early Sept; adventures keep you sane😀 At 70 i still need more, sitting still is fatal🤣 Don't let fears stop your heart from moving is a great mantra. Buen Camino Woody

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Nice! Thanks a lot for the kind encouragement. That must have been an incredible experience staying in the Monastery, I would love try that next time! Awesome that you still have more hiking planned. Never stop adventuring. Good luck and Buen Camino

[@cl5ltd]

You HAVE to do it yourself! Beautiful video Joseph. My journey was more Spiritual than I could have imagined. Leon a Santiago - Sept/Oct 2023. El Camino is calling me back, Siempre Camino

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the comment. So true, it was a great experience! Good luck for the second one when the day comes

[@rawadventures2024]

This is a great video Joseph, hard to believe this is your first, you are a natural :) and great choices in music. I loved your wrap up at the end in front of the cathedral, from the heart. I'm looking forward to walking the CP from Lisbon next year. It's the simplicity of daily walking through beautiful countryside and villages that I love, as well as the amazing coffee and wines in Spain. Thank you for sharing your experience. Ultreia Wendy

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the kind encouragement! Really happy you enjoyed it. That will be incredible, will you also add on the spiritual variant? Highly recommend it. Good luck and enjoy the great wine

[@rawadventures2024]

@@josephrasmussen4463 yes we are definitely doing the spiritual variant, it looks magical in places

[@JH-1775]

Wonderful journey and a spectacular video diary. My wife and I will be on the coastal route in April 2024 to celebrate our 34th. This video is a great introduction! Thanks, Joseph!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the comment! Good idea for a bonding experience

[@Malcolm393]

Man that was brilliant. I’m getting on now in ages. But I think I can still do it. Thanks

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Never too old. People of all ages walking it. Just take your time, have a wine along the way, there's no rush!

[@annelyartandillustration1561]

You have a pleasant way of storytelling!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

That's really kind to hear, thanks for the encouragement !

[@marythereserenner1329]

What a beautiful video. My husband and I leave Washington state this Tuesday August 22nd for Porto and will start walking on Thursday the 25th.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks so much! As I type this comment, you must be walking the Camino now. All the best!

[@ruthwinnifred329]

Thanks for sharing! I'm 81 and living vicariously. Thanks for the scripture too

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Love it! You are my goal by the time I'm 81 ;)

[@kellyjenkins3965]

Your comments about Abraham (Abram when called to adventure) are wonderful! Thank you for sharing everything!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

So happy it inspired you, all Glory to God!

[@romytoussaint7923]

Awesome video! I appreciated your final comment about Abraham and the reminder to do our work! Very inspiring!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Happy you enjoyed it. Yes, he's a faithful inspiration to us all

[@PattyMaggie]

Great video! Simple and amazing!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks Patty glad you enjoyed it

[@PattyMaggie]

@@josephrasmussen4463 i am going in January with my dog!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

@@PattyMaggie Nice! That's a pretty unique idea

[@laclusiennebaroudeuse]

In april, me too, I will go on the coastal route to go to the Santiago. This way is fantastic and beautiful

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Great choice. Highly recommend it

[@user-mk7bg4uv3k]

Hi Joseph, Many thanks for posting your wonderful video. I had the pleasure of doing the coastal Camino with my son last May, and as you quiet rightly say, everyone has to experience it in their own way, everyone has their own Camino. You have a given people an opportunity to see what is available to them if they just make the effort to do it. Your camera work, editing, music and naration are a credit to you,and I wish you many more adventures and Gods blessing in all that you undertake. Buen Camino.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the kind feedback. That must have been a great experience doing that with your son! All the best and God bless you

[@Contempri1]

It was the best EVER. Stay safe, and keep on using your obvious talent for film making.@@josephrasmussen4463

[@GodelieveBuysse]

Thank you very much Joseph for your inspiring video! Special thanks for the lovely images, the music and for what you said on adventure! I walked the camino Frances september 2022. I am retired now and hope to walk the coastal portuguese camino in spring 2025. Keep doing what you are doing, you inspire a lot of people!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the kind encouragement. I’m happy you enjoyed it and I hope it does inspire you ahead of the coastal route. All the best!

[@kbhothothot]

Well done!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot!

[@annemarie9602]

It is my plan to walk the Portuguese Coastal Route in a few months: in May 2024. I am looking forward to walk my pelgrimage, my camino. Thank you for this beautiful, inspiring footage.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

I think it's a good time to walk it, I imagine it will be a bit warmer but not too crowded

[@carmengm4158]

Amazing video! Good job, a lovely trip. Now I wanna do it too :)

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Do it!!

[@Camino2017]

Kia Ora Joseph, very good video . Your wrap-up at the end particularly resonated. My partner and I have done three Camino’s and we will be walking the Coastal Route in July 2024. Good to see another Ngati Tumatauenga pilgrim😊

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Kia Ora mate, stoked you enjoyed it. Awesome, still repping, a bit more relaxing than Waiouru ay! Hahaha

[@martinwaldock5642]

Great video

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Pleased you enjoyed it!

[@danalivingabroad]

Wow. That transition at 20:44 was absolutely beautiful

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot! I'm happy somebody noticed that one haha

[@danalivingabroad]

@@josephrasmussen4463 yes! Also the fact that you were playing the song Collie Man! haha great sound score!

[@mickbrinsdon5838]

Awsome awsome awsome your vid has helped me decide on my 1st camino to do next year... some hostels some wild camping .... keep up the excellent work n if you ever hike around the nc500 in Scotland.... I'd be happy to pass on the blessing

[@josephrasmussen4463]

So glad to hear it! You will love it I'm sure, such a great walk. Be sure to add the Spiritual variant. Scotland is on my list, cheers

[@anxomillaraveiga9404]

Very nice video

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks for the encouragement

[@IsaWalk]

I walked the camino del norte in May 2022 in 36 days...800 km. In September I'm off to do the Portuguese camino from the coast. Thanks for this great video guys.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Wow, that's huge! Great to hear you're doing the coast and good luck

[@IsaWalk]

🙏❤️

[@OlgaTorok]

hey, ur video is very very nice. I ve just walked the camino like you a week and a half ago...the images you recorded resemble mine as well, but it s so nice to see, that you encountered and have different memories from the route. we were also by boat 2 times, the board crossing, like u, and from Vilanova de Arouso to Padron and saw the Cross Route on the water, very special. U are right summer is packed, no free albergues, full with people on the beach, but still beautiful places to walk through! Have a bon camino in life!

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot for the kind comment. It's so cool that you walked it; did you take the boat at the spiritual route? All the best!

[@OlgaTorok]

@@josephrasmussen4463 yes, we took the boat. You didn't, I think.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

@@OlgaTorok Nice. No I walked it. Huge day

[@OlgaTorok]

@@josephrasmussen4463 yes, I know... The boat trip was really nice, we paid 30 Euros, but it was worth it, cause they made a guided boat tour. They explained us about the oyster harvesting, about the crosses on the islands, about the traditions etc.

[@anaherathomas5778]

That was primo Joseph! Great filmimg and music...I'd like to do a Camino walk and have just started thinking of the Portugese route as it's shorter in time and on the coast, so your vid was good for that, thanks. Fellow kiwi!, Nice one bro!👍

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it bro. Definitely go for it, couldn't recommend it enough. My main advice would be to stick along the coast as much as you can, don't rush it and be sure to add the spiritual variant. Good luck mate

[@anaherathomas5778]

@@josephrasmussen4463 Cheers, will heed that advice! 😉

[@robbiejohnson5989]

kiaora ehoa mahi trekker...Joe enjoyed your honest trek I did this 2022 from Lisboa reliving though another Kiwi Pilgrim for me is special your thoughts and actions are what Camino is about your coping skills with or without other pilgrims sets the trek for more memorable one's ahead, your Biblical verse was a fitting end, hope I run into you one Camino...I will do my 5th 2024 Del Norte finisterre muxia return to SJPDP Buen Camino Kiwi Pilgrim

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Kia ora Robbie, I'm glad you enjoyed it mate and happy you could relive some of the memories. Great choice on the North for your 5th Camino, it looks like a great route and I hope to do it one day as well. Maybe bump into you on the way. All the best & buen camino!

[@michaelhayden5264]

Some great scenic photography, imho a little more info on towns or villages that marked your overnight stops would have helped to follow. I am interested in the Spiritual Camino section, something I will look for when I walk in Sept/Oct 2024. Buen Camino, oh and thanks for posting.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Fair point. Getting the right amount of footage and trying to balance inspiration vs information was a challenge. Hope you enjoyed it. You will love the spiritual variant, the footage I got from that section wasn't clear but I would highly recommend it

[@wendymartin8147]

Joseph that was a really enjoyable video, thank you!! I did the Camino Frances last year which I would highly recommend. I’m now hoping to do the Portuguese Coastal route either later this year or next. Can I ask, what month did you walk, as the weather looked amazing.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks Wendy! Glad you enjoyed it. Wow, I would love to do the Frances. Good idea - I did this in late January / early February. Definitely was blessed with the weather. If you can catch a good break in the winter weather, go for it

[@wendymartin8147]

@@josephrasmussen4463 The Camino Frances is definitely a must. I did it middle May and it was perfect. Not too busy, but a tad hot due to an unusual heatwave for that time of year. Wow you did have good weather for Jan/Feb, but I think as the Caminos are now getting busier and busier, Jan/Feb is a good time to go. I’ll keep an eye out for more of your videos, you’re a natural 👌👍

[@anetimm1717]

dear Joseh, I loved the energy felt during your walking days, what month of the year were you?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Loved it. This was early Jan / late Feb

[@roseboudreaux4645]

I loved this! What a great storyteller you are. What month was it that you walked? Again, well done😊

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks for the kind feedback. I'm stoked you enjoyed it. I walked it in late Jan / early Feb!

[@TherapistTalks]

Awesome video!! Thank you! What month did you go? 🎉❤

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot! Late Jan / early Feb. I had a blessed break in the weather

[@anxomillaraveiga9404]

Good option route

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Loved it. Such a beautiful route

[@timbull6283]

Excellent film. What month did you walk? I walked this route in March 22 and only had one wet day. I also walked onto Fisterra and to Cape Finisterre which greatly exceeded my expectations.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot Tim! I walked late January / early February. Wow that would have been incredible, I wish I had more time to do that part

[@septima7712]

Tino pai, Joseph. This video was so well thought out and constructed. I’ve got my plane tickets booked for Porto, late August 2024. I’ve been planning a big three month OE around Europe, starting in Porto and up until recently, I’ve been planning to go south of Porto and around the coastline. My trip planning kind feels like I’m ticking off cities/countries, but recently I’ve come across people like yourself doing the Camino. I’m by no means a regular tramper, but I’m wanting to have true substance in my trip and I find the Portugal coastal comino really appealing. My one question is is how difficult is the coastal route. Like I said, I’m not a great trekker but I really want to start physically preparing for this. Are there great inclines, and if so, how often did you encounter them?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Ka Pai, I'm sure you'll have a ball on your OE! And good choice to visit Spain and Portugal. The Portuguese Coastal route was remarkably flat most of the time as it's along the coast line. The main challenge was on my feet, but you definitely don't have to be super fit, you will be fine, there are all sorts of people with different fitness levels walking it. There was one incline on the Spiritual Variant (highly recommend adding this) but it was a nice change after a week or so of flat walking. Good luck!

[@JohnVianneyPatron]

I am so pleased to see a godly man do the Camino - it is meant to be a spiritual retreat but increasingly it seems to have been overtaken by sports enthusiasts just looking for an adventure. ✝️

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks John, it was definitely a good moment to spend with the Lord

[@MN-gv5hz]

Really enjoyed watching, Thank you! Question please. What month did you do the Camino?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

happy to hear it! I walked it end of Jan / early Feb

[@suerollins4141]

Great video, thanks so much! What time of year was this journey?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks! Late Jan / early Feb

[@ddmmalibu]

Awesome joe. Do you really need walking sticks? I had them through Camino Frances but rather not bring on this route.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thank you! Definitely recommend them. I used to dismiss them as no one seems to use them in New Zealand. However I borrowed my girlfriend's and it made a massive difference in the end, at one point towards the end I was leaning on them a lot with sore feet.

[@kevinesler9032]

Enjoyed it a lot. What time of year exactly? Would like to do it at that time with cool fine weather.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks a lot! This was Late January/early February. Highly recommend winter, less humidity and more availability in hostels etc.

[@janinemailliet8679]

Beautiful video🥰 May I ask what time did you go?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

thanks! Late Jan / early feb

[@consuelosanchez1642]

This is a very informative video. I am planning on doing the Camino late February- early March. I only have 10 days. I am in between the Costal from Porto, the Primitivo (I love mountains), and the Frances from Leon. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Good time of year to go in my opinion. I haven't done the others, but I can highly recommend this one. 10 days is quite a push from Porto, but it should be possible

[@consuelosanchez1642]

@@josephrasmussen4463 I truly appreciate your reply! Thanks again!!

[@heldersrs]

Great video! When had you walked the Coastal Route? I walked Camino Frances in May/June 2022. I intent to walk Caminho Português, but still deciding the Interior or the Coastal Route.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Hi, I walked this one in late Jan/Feb, I definitely had a lucky stretch of weather. If you can't decide, perhaps you could start walking the coastal route and switch to the central route somewhere near Caminha?

[@lauracronje1980]

Great video ! Thank you for the 'real ness ' of it ! Can you tell me approx what % of it is uphill ? ( I am considering doing the route but I have hip issues that uphill aggravates .. if I do it I would do it really slowly ( short distances per day ) I would love your estimation please .. thanks again for the great video !

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Hi Laura, overall it is a remarkably flat walk. It sticks close to the coast, so there aren't many hills. There is quite a steep climb if you take the Spiritual Variant though, so that would be the only one I would consider leaving out if you're worried about hills. From memory the whole walk was less than 5% up hill.

[@lauracronje1980]

Thank you so much for your reply !!@@josephrasmussen4463

[@spctrtl]

In July I'm going to see Loreena Mckennit in Vigo. After I bought the ticket, I learned that I will be ON El Camino.... so here I go! In considering the Spiritual Route... do you have any details to share about this route?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Great plan, you will love it. Vigo grew on me towards the end, I found a great coffee shop and also learned some history there about U-boats. Yes: 1. For the spiritual route I would try and book the boat in advance (I walked it though). 2. Next time I would consider staying in Armenteira Monastery 3. There's two restaurants in Armenteira, had some good food there. 4. There's a river with mills when you walk from Armenteira to Villanova - I did it in the early morning and it was beautiful (not really shown in my video). Buen camino!

[@subiejoe]

You views somehow are my dream views! TQ! Blessing

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Thanks :) Same to you

[@juliakoza2789]

Could you share where that eclectic cafe was?! I would love to stop there along my route

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Of course. Found it: Lampião Caffé

[@Briggs4ever92]

What date did you leave Porto. I'm planning on a Mid Feb departure. Nice video. Thanks for sharing.

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Hey, I left on 27th January. Mid Feb sounds great, hope you get some nice weather!

[@Briggs4ever92]

@@josephrasmussen4463 Thanks. 🤞

[@adamlorden5666]

sick video, u seem like a nice dude. What month was this?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Happy you enjoyed it Adam. This was late Jan / early Feb

[@adamlorden5666]

thanks so still a bit chilly?@@josephrasmussen4463

[@ckunert1]

Would you share your day-to-day itinerary?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

To be honest, I didn't plan too much of an itinerary, because it's along the coast it was easy to just set a general direction and stop/start in the closest towns wherever I felt like.

[@pollyod1]

All I want to know is how the Guinness was in padrón!? 😁

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Almost as good as from the taps at the airport ;)

[@BabyMama1234]

What month did you walk ?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Hey, this was late January / early February :)

[@suerollins4141]

Where was your boat ride from and to?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

From Caminha (Portugal) crossing the water into Spain (Xacobeo transfer)

[@allenannett5534]

May I ask in which month did you do your walk?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Of course. It was late Jan/early Feb

[@PS-fh5le]

When did you guys walk this route?

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Heya, late Jan / early Feb

[@msmacmac1000]

Very cool end. Abraham was also the father of future Muslims and Jews- not just Christians. 🙏🏼❤️

[@josephrasmussen4463]

Yes that's true! Amazing man of faith.

[@trekkershotel]

Budding film maker this guy eh