Belgium is known for its great GR hiking paths (Grande Randonnée or Grote Routepaden), so when I learned of a new GR Regional Coastal path, covering the entire length of Belgium’s coastline, I had to walk it. The 103-kilometer-long coastal path takes you from the border of France to the border of the Netherlands. You […]
In Spring 2025, I walked the 226km of the Fishermen’s Trail in Portugal during one continuous journey, on my own. For this final part, I’d like to share my experiences on the last 3 days, walking from North to South. From my start in Sagres to Lagos. On the way, I passed Salema and Luz,
In Spring 2025, I walked the 226km of the Fishermen’s Trail in Portugal during one continuous journey, on my own. For this second part, I’d like to share my experiences walking the next 5 days on the Fishermen’s Trail from Odeceixe to Sagres. On the way, I passed Aljezur, Arrifana, Carrapateira, and Vila do Bispo
In Spring 2025, I walked the 226km of the Fishermen’s Trail in Portugal during one continuous journey, on my own. For this first part, I’d like to share my experiences on the first 5 days, walking from North to South. From my start in Praia do São Torpes (Sines) and Porto Covo to Odeceixe. On
When you plan to walk the Fishermen’s Trail in Portugal in its entirety, preparation is key. Besides practicing long walks and packing, part of the preparation is where you’ll sleep at night as you walk from one village to the next. Because accommodation along the trail is limited, in high demand, and pricey, I booked
The Fishermen’s Trail is a popular walking trail in the south of Portugal, connecting the Aljezur and Algarve regions. With every passing year, it grows in popularity. Its easy accessibility, well-serviced villages, and stunning landscape make it easy to go out and hike parts of the trail, or do everything in one go. However, here