Can you walk across the Porto bridge?
Can you walk across the Porto bridge? The bridge accommodates cars on its lower level and Porto's metro on its upper level; pedestrians can walk along the bridge on both levels.
Where do people go to the bathroom on the Camino?
Public bathrooms on the Camino are rare. You can use the bathroom in bars and cafes but always offer to buy something or leave 50 céntimos on the bar. It is not often you will need to go more than 2-3 miles without a bar to stop. Or you can, of course, commune with nature in convenient woodland.
Can you walk from Porto to Gaia?
The best way to get to Gaia from Porto is to walk the Dom Luis I Bridge. If you are coming from Porto's, Cais da Ribeira on the river, you can walk the lower deck of the bridge to the waterfront on Gaia.
What are the no go areas in Porto?
Ribeira is at the heart of the Old Town, and while it's a wonderful place to see during the day, the busy crowds make it the top of our list of areas to avoid in Porto. If you're not big on nightlife, you'll also want to skip Baixa – it can get quite lively in the evening.
How hard is it to walk the Camino?
The main physical challenges are the multiple days walking; even fit people will hit the 'wall' at some stage. The hardest day of the Camino is on the first day of the French Way, where you have to cross the great mountain range of the Pyrenees over the Napoleon Pass.
What is the prettiest part of Porto?
If you're looking for the best location to stay in Porto that lets you experience authentic local life while still being close to the city center, Bonfim is our top recommendation. Located just to the east of Baixa and Ribeira, Bonfim is an up-and-coming area of Porto.