Fishermen’s Trail: Day 11 Sagres – Burgau (@26km)

Who in their right mind would continue to Burgau, adding an additional 6.8 kilometres of coast path walking to the toughest stage of the Fishermen’s Trail? Yes, that would be us. To be fair, walking the final three stages of … Continued

Fishermen’s Trail: Day 10 Vila do Bispo – Sagres (20.5km)

We’re facing a longish day today; however, from memory, we know the walking will be relatively straightforward, particularly the long flat stretch between Cabo de São Vicente and Sagres. One of the great things about staying in higher cost accommodation … Continued

Fishermen’s Trail: Day 9 Carrapateira – Vila do Bispo (16km)

We undertook to walk the Fishermen’s Trail from beginning to end – no ifs no buts – which meant we would be sticking with the ‘difficult’ route to Vila do Bispo today, despite an inland alternative being available. Had I … Continued

Fishermen’s Trail: Day 8 Vale de Telha – Carrapateira (22.6km)

We’re heading to Carrapateira today, on a route that will be slightly longer than the official stage because we haven’t yet reached Arrifana. Despite liking Hotel Vale da Telha very much, we didn’t get the best night’s sleep. Our room’s … Continued