Stage 1: Walk – The Port of Mougás
- 7 hours
- 28 km
- Atlantic
- Moderate
- 51 m
The Caminha – Porto Mougás stage is a breathtaking adventure from start to finish. It couldn't start in a more different way, as we have to take a boat to Galicia. For those who are more distracted, just ask the people at the hostels or where you are staying to give you the number or even book the boat (which takes up to 4 people).
After that, we entered Spain. If up to this point the journey had been based on pure improvisation, choosing the most attractive route every day, from here on it was more certain and straightforward.
Despite the beauty of the cities and nature combined with the sea, we have long stretches along roads, which can make us feel unsafe while walking.
Exit:
Arrival:
Where to eat
Where to sleep
Caminha - Porto Mougás: Photographs
Walking - Porto Mougás: Itinerary
A: Caminha
Once you've decided whether you're going by boat to Guarda or on foot to Valença, you need to book your place on one of the many maritime transportation services on the Portugal Galicia crossing. It sometimes happens that these same services provide transportation to the boat, so it's important to make the reservation yourself so that all the details are taken care of.
B: The Guard
Guarda is a beautiful town, built around the sea, with buildings that hide the interesting things inside. However, as walkers, pilgrims can discover all the secrets of these streets.
C: San Atilano pilgrim rest area
Resting watching the sea crashing against the rocks, and even better if you have a bush to rest on. It's the first area, after the real start of the walk in A Guarda, where we have the opportunity to sit down and simply enjoy a bit of time without anyone around. Now in Spain, this activity is becoming less and less possible.
D: Oia
One of the favorite places for pilgrims. If you don't know it and only see pictures of it, you'll think you're in Greece or Italy when you see the deep blue sea, divided by the beautiful houses nestled naturally in the mountains. Although we are still in Spain, Oia seems to be in a world of its own.
E: The Port of Mougás
After leaving the wonderful Oia, we find ourselves sandwiched between the national road and the sea, as is usual on this crossing. Here, we find a shy exit, with an even shyer locality. With just one hostel (with plenty of room) and a solitary café, it's a place we don't expect much from, but which gives us great memories.
