I'm walking this in a couple of weeks. Glad I found your channel - you've really got me looking forward to it. That campsite in Lagos look weird enough for me to give it a miss, I think. I've got a trekking pole tent - camping on sand feels like it might be a no go....
Absolutely stunning man. I'd say that was tough going under foot in the sand. Incredible journey so far. Very interesting prison camp, I mean camp site the 1st night 😂 you got some crazy weather as well. Nice to dry off the gear in the change of weather I'd say. That camp site at the end looked very inviting. Roll on part 2. Good job pal.
Thanks for taking a look Martin. Yeah, there sure was a variety of accomodation on the trip. That sand is tough. Ironoically, the rain made it easier! Part two will be along in a day or two...
Very very, nice video, the storm made the landscape and the Atlantic very dramatic. But I can believe that is was a tough walk for you through these wind and rain. I'm going to walk these 4 days end of March, maybe a little bit further to Carrapateira, we'll see how the weather goes. And I'm also struggling with the same age related things like you, knees, back ... But this campgroud in Lagos, all these memories, I've been there on an awesome Interrailtrip in 1990 with some friends. Man, times flies... Happy hiking
Thanks for watching Jim. Yes, the weather did add to the drama, and being from the west of Ireland, it made me feel more like home! That site in Lagos does the job.
Great video Ian, added The Fisherman's trial to my bucketlist. Interested to see a gear video, looking at buying a new tent and backpack for some hiking in Poland next year.
I certainly recommend it! My original plan this year was to walk the Polish Czech border trail but I ran out of year! I'd be interested to hear your plans for backpacking in Poland as it's something I'd love to do next year too. Take a look at the gear video and let me have any questions. I should really do a post-hike video and talk about what worked and what didn't...
Halfway through and loving re-living last year’s hike, I really do want to repeat this one and I rarely say that. We climbed up that rope from the beach too! That’s the point where I met Eve and Tobin !
I wondered if you were going to cave and not camp in Zambujeira I said to myself. Lucky you found a place to stay, that town was fully booked last year the night we were there, I was glad to have the hostel already booked ahead. Too bad about your meal there too, we had an epic seafood meal with a whole bunch of us gathered.
That sounds good. It was torrential and I literally booked the cheapest place in town as I walked up the main street. I got what I paid for. My arteries still didn't recover from the amount of cheese on that pizza.
Great video and editing level! Keep up the good work! We especially enjoyed it as we had planned to travel there at the same time this year. This way we could walk it with you through your lense!👌🏻😊
Thank you for watching. Your channel has been an influence on me wanting to record my own adventures. It’s a great trail - you should get there if you can.
@@BarnabyNutt Glad we could inspire you to shoot your own videos. If this is something that you are passionate about you should continue and see where it leads you. And yeah, we would love to come and do this trail as soon as possible.
Well done Ian, looks like a great trip 👌 You definitely looked nervous at the start but you soon got into the run of it 👍 I'm not surprised you felt 💩 at the end of Day 4 and the hotel was definitely a good idea. As the thru hiking community says "hike your own hike" 💪 The sea was hugely impressive every day, you must still be hearing the noise of the surf in your dreams 🤣 Did you visit Cape St Vincent at all? Went there while on a family holiday in Portugal about 16 years ago, beautiful spot 😍 Looking forward to Part II 😊
Thanks for watching Niall. It was a fantastic trip and I'm so glad I made this record of it. I walked a section further south last year, including the cape. It's quite a feeling to reach the end of the continent and run out of land...
Hi, and thanks for watching. There are no safety issues at all. Obviously you're close to the sea and sometimes on high cliffs, but there is always an option to walk away from the edge if you prefer. Keep an eye on the weather and sea conditions for the following day. All of the towns felt safe and there are plenty of tourists around all through the year. You'll love it!
ThNk you for your great video!!! Amazing. I’m planing to go next september. Where can I find a list of the places allowed to do camping? I can’t find this information and I read that you can’t camp in any place, just the sites prepared to this, but o can’t find where the y are. Thank you !!!!
Hello and thanks for watching. I only used regular camp sites which meant a shower and power whenever I needed it. If you’re used to wild camping, there are loads of places to camp along the route, but it isn’t really allowed. Arrive late; leave early and of course, leave no trace that you were there and I’m side no one will mind too much. If you need a list of the campsites I used then let me know.
Hi Barnaby. Great video. In which month did you go your hike? I’m trying plan this hike too (I’m in Canada) but it seems hard to book accommodation now for next Autumn. Nothing seems to be available. Any tips?
Hi. Thanks for watching. I’ve walked this trail for the last two Novembers. I’ve booked places only a few weeks (and in some cases minutes) before my stay. It’s quiet in November so there is a lot of choice. I have no experience of the trail in the summer months
Good and informative video,I,m setting off to do the trail in 3 weeks but a bit concerned about gas for my stove you went to decathlon how would I get there from faro airport cheers pal.
Thanks for watching Michael. I did the same - flew in to Faro and then got the bus from right outside the terminal into the city (€2.50 and the drivers all speak English). You just need to get off a couple of stops before the bus station and walk two hundred meters up to Decathlon. If not, I’m pretty sure all of the camp sites I used sold gas. I’m envious of you going - it’s really excellent
This was November. I’d been the previous November and the weather was perfect. This time around there had been a storm a few days before and the high winds and waves were the aftermath…
I'm walking this in a couple of weeks. Glad I found your channel - you've really got me looking forward to it. That campsite in Lagos look weird enough for me to give it a miss, I think. I've got a trekking pole tent - camping on sand feels like it might be a no go....
That site is fine really. I’ve used it a few times. It’s just very different to the rest of the trail. Thanks for watching and enjoy the walk
What a beautiful video and thank you for not jabbering the whole time
Thanks for watching and I'm happy that you enjoyed it. Being in front of the camera is my least favourite thing about making films for RUclips.
@@BarnabyNutt agreed. its' the worst! but it seems like it's what people seem to watch the most? vs beautiful filmed scenes of the experience...
Absolutely stunning man. I'd say that was tough going under foot in the sand. Incredible journey so far. Very interesting prison camp, I mean camp site the 1st night 😂 you got some crazy weather as well. Nice to dry off the gear in the change of weather I'd say. That camp site at the end looked very inviting. Roll on part 2. Good job pal.
Thanks for taking a look Martin. Yeah, there sure was a variety of accomodation on the trip. That sand is tough. Ironoically, the rain made it easier!
Part two will be along in a day or two...
Very very, nice video, the storm made the landscape and the Atlantic very dramatic. But I can believe that is was a tough walk for you through these wind and rain.
I'm going to walk these 4 days end of March, maybe a little bit further to Carrapateira, we'll see how the weather goes. And I'm also struggling with the same age related things like you, knees, back ...
But this campgroud in Lagos, all these memories, I've been there on an awesome Interrailtrip in 1990 with some friends. Man, times flies...
Happy hiking
Thanks for watching Jim. Yes, the weather did add to the drama, and being from the west of Ireland, it made me feel more like home!
That site in Lagos does the job.
Great video Ian, added The Fisherman's trial to my bucketlist. Interested to see a gear video, looking at buying a new tent and backpack for some hiking in Poland next year.
I certainly recommend it! My original plan this year was to walk the Polish Czech border trail but I ran out of year! I'd be interested to hear your plans for backpacking in Poland as it's something I'd love to do next year too. Take a look at the gear video and let me have any questions. I should really do a post-hike video and talk about what worked and what didn't...
am doing this trip next March so looking forward to it. Looks very exposed at times.
Hi. Thanks for watching. There’s always an option to keep away from the edge if you prefer
Just did it this week. If you need any tips feel free to ask :)
Halfway through and loving re-living last year’s hike, I really do want to repeat this one and I rarely say that. We climbed up that rope from the beach too! That’s the point where I met Eve and Tobin !
I wondered if you were going to cave and not camp in Zambujeira I said to myself. Lucky you found a place to stay, that town was fully booked last year the night we were there, I was glad to have the hostel already booked ahead. Too bad about your meal there too, we had an epic seafood meal with a whole bunch of us gathered.
That sounds good. It was torrential and I literally booked the cheapest place in town as I walked up the main street. I got what I paid for. My arteries still didn't recover from the amount of cheese on that pizza.
Great video and editing level! Keep up the good work! We especially enjoyed it as we had planned to travel there at the same time this year. This way we could walk it with you through your lense!👌🏻😊
Thank you for watching. Your channel has been an influence on me wanting to record my own adventures. It’s a great trail - you should get there if you can.
@@BarnabyNutt Glad we could inspire you to shoot your own videos. If this is something that you are passionate about you should continue and see where it leads you. And yeah, we would love to come and do this trail as soon as possible.
Fantastic! And another new jacket??? :)
And a good job too. I hope you hit the like button, if only for the jacket.
Well done Ian, looks like a great trip 👌 You definitely looked nervous at the start but you soon got into the run of it 👍 I'm not surprised you felt 💩 at the end of Day 4 and the hotel was definitely a good idea. As the thru hiking community says "hike your own hike" 💪 The sea was hugely impressive every day, you must still be hearing the noise of the surf in your dreams 🤣 Did you visit Cape St Vincent at all? Went there while on a family holiday in Portugal about 16 years ago, beautiful spot 😍 Looking forward to Part II 😊
Thanks for watching Niall. It was a fantastic trip and I'm so glad I made this record of it. I walked a section further south last year, including the cape. It's quite a feeling to reach the end of the continent and run out of land...
Great job Ian! ❤ I am planning to do the trek solo next week. Is it safe enough? Were there any safety issues?
Hi, and thanks for watching. There are no safety issues at all. Obviously you're close to the sea and sometimes on high cliffs, but there is always an option to walk away from the edge if you prefer. Keep an eye on the weather and sea conditions for the following day.
All of the towns felt safe and there are plenty of tourists around all through the year.
You'll love it!
Thank you so much for the reply!
ThNk you for your great video!!! Amazing. I’m planing to go next september. Where can I find a list of the places allowed to do camping? I can’t find this information and I read that you can’t camp in any place, just the sites prepared to this, but o can’t find where the y are. Thank you !!!!
Hello and thanks for watching. I only used regular camp sites which meant a shower and power whenever I needed it. If you’re used to wild camping, there are loads of places to camp along the route, but it isn’t really allowed. Arrive late; leave early and of course, leave no trace that you were there and I’m side no one will mind too much.
If you need a list of the campsites I used then let me know.
@@BarnabyNuttthank you!!! I’d like to camp in camping sites. Do you have a list of them??? Thanks again!!
@@lunaalvaro Here you go: www.vicentinatransfers.pt/single-post/camping-on-rota-vicentina
@@BarnabyNutt THANK YOU!!!!!
Hi Barnaby. Great video. In which month did you go your hike? I’m trying plan this hike too (I’m in Canada) but it seems hard to book accommodation now for next Autumn. Nothing seems to be available. Any tips?
Hi. Thanks for watching. I’ve walked this trail for the last two Novembers. I’ve booked places only a few weeks (and in some cases minutes) before my stay. It’s quiet in November so there is a lot of choice. I have no experience of the trail in the summer months
Good and informative video,I,m setting off to do the trail in 3 weeks but a bit concerned about gas for my stove you went to decathlon how would I get there from faro airport cheers pal.
Thanks for watching Michael. I did the same - flew in to Faro and then got the bus from right outside the terminal into the city (€2.50 and the drivers all speak English). You just need to get off a couple of stops before the bus station and walk two hundred meters up to Decathlon. If not, I’m pretty sure all of the camp sites I used sold gas.
I’m envious of you going - it’s really excellent
Thank you for the nice video. What is that on your left strap of the backpack? GPS tracker?
Thanks for watching. It's actually the remote for my GoPro.
the wind looks to play a big factor here. What time of the year were you there- Jan ?
This was November. I’d been the previous November and the weather was perfect. This time around there had been a storm a few days before and the high winds and waves were the aftermath…
Hello. When did you have this trail?
This was November 2023