A few specific questions for the experienced

[David Hough]

I think one would be missing a great experience not
to stop in Muxia between Olveiroa and Fisterra.
It adds a day and is REALLY different from the crowd
scene at Santiago.

My photos are at
http://camino.oakapple.net/photo/es/coruna/2003-06-21/
http://camino.oakapple.net/photo/es/coruna/2003-06-22/


--- Christopher Heap <christopher.heapaROGERS.COM>
wrote:
> Hi Marianne,
>
>
>
> I did the walk from Santiago to Finisterre earlier
> this year in three days as follows:
>
>
>
> Day 1 ~ Santiago de Compostela to Negreira (18.5 km)
>
> Day 2 ~ Negreira to Olveiroa (28.5 km)
>
> Day 3 ~ Olveiroa to Finisterre (27.3 km)
>
>
>
> There are other ways of doing it, but this is the
> most practical as there are only the two albergues
> on the way. It's nearly all peaceful walking along
> footpaths, country lanes and quiet roads, through
> interesting little villages and lovely rural
> scenery.
>
>
> I would think seriously about taking the time to do
> it. It was the one of the highlights of my Camino.
> After the crowds that gradually build up towards the
> end, and the hectic socializing of Santiago, this
> three day walk was a chance to unwind; a chance for
> peace, quiet companionship and reflection. I
> wouldn't have missed it for anything. Watching the
> sunset from Cape Finisterre was a very emotional and
> spiritual moment for me - an awe-inspiring finale.
> It brought my whole journey from Le Puy into focus
> and helped to make sense of it.
>
>
>
> Chris
>
>
>
> P.S. I don't want to spoil it but some of the women
> had been warned not to walk alone as there were some
> strange characters infesting the area. Our little
> group stayed more or less together and we all looked
> out for each other. If anything this added to the
> feeling of camaraderie.
>
>
>
>   ----- Original Message -----
>   From: M Parker
>   To: GOCAMINOaPETE.URI.EDU
>   Sent: Friday, September 12, 2003 4:20 PM
>   Subject: A few specific questions for the
> experienced
>
>
>   Does anyone know:
>
>   1. WHat is the name of the area of Madrid that is
> known for its lovely outdoor cafes,  etc.  Does
> anyone know of a nice little hotel in that area?
>
>   2.  Does anyone know the best way to get to
> Burgos,  or Leon from Madrid?   Train?   or Bus?
>
>   3.  Also,  how many days should it take to walk to
> Finisterre from Santiago?
>   ! muchisimas gracias!
>   Marianne
>


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