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Photo of Gregorios - Pedreirinha Hill - Vale Fuzeiros archaeological hike Photo of Sintra - Capuchos - Peninha - Azoia - Cabo da Roca Photo of Rota do Vale Glaciar (Loop Trail Manteigas - Covão d'Ametade)
  • near Canhestros, Faro (Portugal)
    Distance
    5.16mi
    Elevation +
    545f
    TrailRank
    85| Rating 4.56
    Photo ofGregorios - Pedreirinha Hill - Vale Fuzeiros archaeological hike Photo ofGregorios - Pedreirinha Hill - Vale Fuzeiros archaeological hike Photo ofGregorios - Pedreirinha Hill - Vale Fuzeiros archaeological hike

    Great combination of a good walk with stunning views and archaeology. Mostly on obvious tracks, limited roadways, easy for the most part but with some steep inclines. So I've rated the walk moderate. Latter part a bit tr...

    👍😀
    Mats Dahlström
    Great trail.
    Joe Mitty
    Thanks for your avaliation and nice words.
    mikeledzep
  • near Estefania, Lisboa (Portugal)
    Distance
    11.33mi
    Elevation +
    2247f
    TrailRank
    84| Rating 4.89
    Photo ofSintra - Capuchos - Peninha - Azoia - Cabo da Roca Photo ofSintra - Capuchos - Peninha - Azoia - Cabo da Roca Photo ofSintra - Capuchos - Peninha - Azoia - Cabo da Roca

    The last part from Azoia to Cabo da Roca is a bit tricky. A lot of upside downs. Don't go if you have vertigo

    Great trail, but the last part near Cabo da Roca looked quite dangerous. Only for very experienced hikers. I had to take...
    David Caminer
    Really nice trail, most of the way follow the PR marks. The last 2km needs to be careful, but the view is amazing. You b...
    speeddragon
    This is truly is a fantastic trail. Urban exploration, jaw-dropping views, and beautiful forests. Thanks for uploading i...
    Umberto Cardona
  • near Manteigas, Guarda (Portugal)
    Distance
    16.17mi
    Elevation +
    3035f
    TrailRank
    81| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofRota do Vale Glaciar (Loop Trail Manteigas - Covão d'Ametade) Photo ofRota do Vale Glaciar (Loop Trail Manteigas - Covão d'Ametade) Photo ofRota do Vale Glaciar (Loop Trail Manteigas - Covão d'Ametade)

    PT: O objetivo era concluir a Rota do Vale Glaciar (Rota do Vale Glaciar) na Serra da Estrela. No entanto, o percurso oficial é um percurso linear que parte da vila de Manteigas em direcção ao ponto mais alto da Serra ...

    Um excelente percurso, que na realidade permite fazer partes de 3 percursos, e assim termos uma grande caminhada circula...
    avieira
  • Fanal highland, Laurisilva forest

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    near Ribeira Funda, Madeira (Portugal)
    Distance
    4.71mi
    Elevation +
    636f
    TrailRank
    81| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofFanal highland, Laurisilva forest Photo ofFanal highland, Laurisilva forest Photo ofFanal highland, Laurisilva forest

    Laurisilva, laural forest, very old trees, some dating back to the discovery of Madeira. Magnificent hike! Definitely a must if you are in Madeira. One of the best places in madeira and one of those which you will rememb...

    Nice and interesting walking . Thanks for sharing
    Escursionisti pacati
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  • near Curral das Freiras, Madeira (Portugal)
    Distance
    8.18mi
    Elevation +
    2946f
    TrailRank
    80| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPR1 Pico do Arieiro - Pico Ruivo and back Photo ofPR1 Pico do Arieiro - Pico Ruivo and back Photo ofPR1 Pico do Arieiro - Pico Ruivo and back

    This out-and-back trail near Santana, Madeira. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h/7 h to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking and hiking, so you'll likely encounter othe...

    Nice trail. Thanks for sharing
    Escursionisti pacati
  • near Lajedo, Açores (Portugal)
    Distance
    4.33mi
    Elevation +
    1063f
    TrailRank
    76| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPartial PR02 FLO: Lajedo to Fajãzinha 17-07-2019 Photo ofPartial PR02 FLO: Lajedo to Fajãzinha 17-07-2019 Photo ofPartial PR02 FLO: Lajedo to Fajãzinha 17-07-2019

    Partial PR02 FLO walk along the West coast of the Azorean island of Flores in between the villages of Lajedo and Fajãzinha. The complete PR02 FLO Lajedo to Fajã Grande is described at and can also be downloaded from. h...

    Great trail.
    ruisilva
  • near Portagem, Portalegre (Portugal)
    Distance
    5.68mi
    Elevation +
    1289f
    TrailRank
    76| Rating 4.92
    Photo ofSerra de São Mamede: PR1 MRV - Portagem - Marvão Loop Photo ofSerra de São Mamede: PR1 MRV - Portagem - Marvão Loop Photo ofSerra de São Mamede: PR1 MRV - Portagem - Marvão Loop

    A technically easy but fairly strenuous walk on the ancient access road up to Marvão, starting in the aptly named village of Portagem. Follows the official PR1 MRV route, except this route takes in the centre of the wond...

    Molt bonica. Gràcies
    Isidre Guixà Miranda
    Cuesta Bastante pronunciada para llegar a Marvao
    Luz Elidé Bolio
    Trilho muito agradável. Obrigada
    Silvia Bastos PR
  • PR4 VCT - Trilho Pôr-do Sol

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    near Espantar, Viana do Castelo (Portugal)
    Distance
    6.13mi
    Elevation +
    1053f
    TrailRank
    76| Rating 3.84
    Photo ofPR4 VCT - Trilho Pôr-do Sol Photo ofPR4 VCT - Trilho Pôr-do Sol Photo ofPR4 VCT - Trilho Pôr-do Sol

    A lovely trail rated 5 / 5 with fantastic views, and of the River Âncora close up. Rated Moderate because of one area with a steep climb. Generally well marked. One area to be very careful of is the crossing of the ...

    Parcours très sympa et environnement très diversifié
    Isabelle Amaro
    Sendo um trilho que está referenciado, devia ser revisto, em parte, nas marcações. Remarcar, porque está pouco visível. ...
    Jorge Barrote
  • near Furnas, Açores (Portugal)
    Distance
    6.77mi
    Elevation +
    1014f
    TrailRank
    75| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofPRC06 SMI Lagoa das Furnas 15-08-2018 Photo ofPRC06 SMI Lagoa das Furnas 15-08-2018 Photo ofPRC06 SMI Lagoa das Furnas 15-08-2018

    Official circular trail PRC06 SMI Lagoa das Furnas, waymarked red-yellow. Description and GPS coordinates can also be downloaded from https://trails.visitazores.com/en/trails-azores/sao-miguel/furnas NB: the descriptio...

    Ruta interesante
    elabuelo2
  • near Curral das Freiras, Madeira (Portugal)
    Distance
    5.79mi
    Elevation +
    3819f
    TrailRank
    75| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPico Arieiro - Pico Ruivo - Achada do Teixeira Photo ofPico Arieiro - Pico Ruivo - Achada do Teixeira Photo ofPico Arieiro - Pico Ruivo - Achada do Teixeira

    How to get there: -Pico transfers offers a van for hotel pickup and drop-off, bringing people at the beginning of this hike and taking them in the end (both for Sunrise or Morning schedules) for around €35. -Car There is...

    Excelente ruta, con unas vistas impresionantes. Lamentablemente muy masificada.
    Medano
    Schöne Strecke die zwischendurch sehr anstrengend wird. Es lohnt sich aber auf jeden Fall.
    Schotte N
  • near Açoreira, Bragança (Portugal)
    Distance
    7.13mi
    Elevation +
    1444f
    TrailRank
    75| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPR14 - Rota das Amendoeiras - Moncorvo Photo ofPR14 - Rota das Amendoeiras - Moncorvo Photo ofPR14 - Rota das Amendoeiras - Moncorvo

    Starting in the village of Açoreira, by the Igreja Matriz and the old primary school, this circular trail is11.50 kms. The initial 2.8 kms gives you a steady climb up but most of the trail is going downhill. If you can...

    Thanks for the suggestion. One week later it was perfect! It is a wonderful track but to be perfect one must catch the p...
    Os Pés do Caminho
  • near Ribeira Funda, Madeira (Portugal)
    Distance
    6.79mi
    Elevation +
    187f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 4.78
    Photo ofPR18 Levada do Rei (Sao Jorge) - Madeira, Hiking Trail Photo ofPR18 Levada do Rei (Sao Jorge) - Madeira, Hiking Trail Photo ofPR18 Levada do Rei (Sao Jorge) - Madeira, Hiking Trail

    Please give me a “clap” or comment if you did this trail - I really appreciate it! ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ *1st photo is illustrative photo for the trail* More info, videos and photos on www.anissa.online ——- Hiking trail Levada Do R...

    Eu fiz esta trilha.
    Roger Explorer
    Trilha maravilhosa com vista constantemente distraída entre a levada e o esplendor da encosta da floresta Laurissilva
    Coolimero
    Easy trail, beautiful scenery!
    Renatos Vasilakis
  • near Campolide, Lisboa (Portugal)
    Distance
    4.82mi
    Elevation +
    663f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 4.89
    Photo ofEncosta Nascente de Monsanto - Lisboa Photo ofEncosta Nascente de Monsanto - Lisboa Photo ofEncosta Nascente de Monsanto - Lisboa

    Total length 7.425 Km Total time 1:54:53 h Total speed average 3.88 Km/h Total climb 158 m Time in movement 1:51:27 h Average speed in movement 3.99 Km/h IBP 28 Climb rate 4.9 % Stopped time 0:03:26 h Maximum sp...

    Eu fiz esta trilha
    Maria banzina
    Muito bonito, grandes paisagens. Uma fusão entre cidade e floresta
    Cláudio A. Pereira
    Muito bonita! e muito fácil de seguir
    Ines Palmela
  • near São Vicente, Madeira (Portugal)
    Distance
    5.47mi
    Elevation +
    151f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 4.83
    Photo ofPR16 Levada Fajã do Rodrigues - Sao Vicente Hiking Trail - Madeira, Portugal Photo ofPR16 Levada Fajã do Rodrigues - Sao Vicente Hiking Trail - Madeira, Portugal Photo ofPR16 Levada Fajã do Rodrigues - Sao Vicente Hiking Trail - Madeira, Portugal

    Please give me a “clap” or comment if you did this trail - I really appreciate it! ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ *1st photo is illustrative photo for the trail* More info, videos and photos on www.anissa.online — INFO: 1. I suggest to park ...

    Heel mooie levada met 2 kleinere tunnels en één heel lange tunnel van 1km. De levada eindigd aan de madre en men dient d...
    rudy0808
    Nice trail. No suggested for claustrophobic person due to the long dark tunnel . Perfect for hot days. Thanks for sharin...
    Escursionisti pacati
    Highly recommend! 1km tunnel is an unforgettable experience
    Daho4ka
  • PRC04 TER Monte Brasil 01-08-2021

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    near Angra do Heroísmo, Açores (Portugal)
    Distance
    4.89mi
    Elevation +
    1624f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofPRC04 TER Monte Brasil 01-08-2021 Photo ofPRC04 TER Monte Brasil 01-08-2021 Photo ofPRC04 TER Monte Brasil 01-08-2021

    Easy trail exploring the volcanic peninsula of Monte Brasil and its military fortifications (Fortaleza S. João Baptista) dating back to the time of Spanish rule. Official walking trail with description available under ...

    Easy to follow with nice views.
    Johnz2009
  • near Portinho da Arrábida, Setúbal (Portugal)
    Distance
    6.05mi
    Elevation +
    1099f
    TrailRank
    71| Rating 4.59
    Photo ofPraias da Anicha, do Creiro e dos Coelhos, Lapa de Santa Margarida, Ruínas do Creiro - Parque Natural da Arrábida Photo ofPraias da Anicha, do Creiro e dos Coelhos, Lapa de Santa Margarida, Ruínas do Creiro - Parque Natural da Arrábida Photo ofPraias da Anicha, do Creiro e dos Coelhos, Lapa de Santa Margarida, Ruínas do Creiro - Parque Natural da Arrábida

    Average speed in movement 3.27 Km/h IBP 43 Climb rate 7.9 % Stopped time 0:10:58 h Maximum speed 7.26 Km/h

    Belok passeio. Magníficas as praias e a gruta... Pena a ligação por estrada, ao sábado com MUITO trânsito... Mas vale be...
    Os Pés do Caminho
    Excellent walk. I liked the cave. The little loop in the northeast was a nice suprise, exciting jungle path. Needs some ...
    sluning
    Muy Bonita ruta, no dejes de visitar la cieva
    zagato
  • near Vila de Muros, Viseu (Portugal)
    Distance
    4.59mi
    Elevation +
    899f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 4.84
    Photo ofPR1 - Vila de Muros - Rota da Água e da Pedra Photo ofPR1 - Vila de Muros - Rota da Água e da Pedra Photo ofPR1 - Vila de Muros - Rota da Água e da Pedra

    A pretty trail of 7.39 kms providing a lot of shade in areas, and in other parts views overlooking the valley below. Starts in Vila de Muros close to the "Capela do Senhor da Agonia" and after passing the cemetery drops ...

    A very enjoyable route with beautiful scenery through oak woods and across the river. In a few places there is running ...
    Bermuda Rover
    Very nice trail with beautiful nature along the river.
    Rico12
  • near Banzão, Lisboa (Portugal)
    Distance
    9.44mi
    Elevation +
    951f
    TrailRank
    69| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofSintra: SNT PR8 - Vinho de Colares: Colares - Azenhas do Mar - Praia da Aguda - Fontanelas Loop Photo ofSintra: SNT PR8 - Vinho de Colares: Colares - Azenhas do Mar - Praia da Aguda - Fontanelas Loop Photo ofSintra: SNT PR8 - Vinho de Colares: Colares - Azenhas do Mar - Praia da Aguda - Fontanelas Loop

    The official "PR8" route that takes its official name from passing some of the vineyards of Colares. They are quite unique in that the soil is practically sand. If that sort of thing interests you, I can highly recommend...

    Um bocadinho desapontado... Há coisas melhores em Sintra... Só se vêm umas vinhas raquitícas no percurso. Mas está limpo...
    Os Pés do Caminho
    I would like a bit less of paved roads... But overall enjoyed this route, particularly when by the sea.
    Luis Perestrelo
  • Monchique Picota loop

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    near Vale, Faro (Portugal)
    Distance
    7.13mi
    Elevation +
    1594f
    TrailRank
    69| Rating 4.17
    Photo ofMonchique Picota loop Photo ofMonchique Picota loop Photo ofMonchique Picota loop

    A pleasant looped hike in the countryside and hills to the East of Monchique along quiet roads and tracks with panoramic views, the highlights of this hike is the Cork Oak trees, the elevated view of Monchique from Picot...

    First part of the trail goes through a small inhabited valley with lots of loose guard dogs that chased us down the stre...
    Thomas B 12
    Apart from one little section where the path seemed to go into private property (which we decided to skirt), it was a lo...
    Sarah Mills
  • near Paul do Mar, Madeira (Portugal)
    Distance
    3.86mi
    Elevation +
    2493f
    TrailRank
    69| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofPaúl do Mar to Prazeres, Madeira Island (Portugal) Photo ofPaúl do Mar to Prazeres, Madeira Island (Portugal) Photo ofPaúl do Mar to Prazeres, Madeira Island (Portugal)

    I say "Moderate" because it goes up and up, and it was a very heat day, but it was a real good trip, remember water. Approx.: 6,2 km 14-07-2017

    Bello, bello
    Eusebio Casillas
  • near Curral das Freiras, Madeira (Portugal)
    Distance
    8.32mi
    Elevation +
    6260f
    TrailRank
    68| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and Back Photo ofPico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and Back Photo ofPico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and Back

    Outstanding tour on the heights of Madeira. This Tour have everything a hiker needs. Mountain, Views and Tunnles. The Tour is mostly secured with fences but carefully sometimes they are damaged and you should not have fe...

    Very nice walk, easy to follow, safe. A lot of stairs to climb but the view worth it. Make sure to check the weather fi...
    Dotan
    Good discription. Great tour but hard. It's wurth it. For people who don't wanna walk back. Just walk to Teixeira and ta...
    Vos Wim
  • near Vales, Faro (Portugal)
    Distance
    10.86mi
    Elevation +
    607f
    TrailRank
    66| Rating 5.0
    Photo of7/9 ROTA VICENTINA - Arrifana a Carrapateira (shortest way) Photo of7/9 ROTA VICENTINA - Arrifana a Carrapateira (shortest way) Photo of7/9 ROTA VICENTINA - Arrifana a Carrapateira (shortest way)

    Rota Vicentina is a network of walking trails in Sw Portugal, totalling 400 Km. It comprises the Historical Way, the Fishermen’s Trail and several Circular Routes. The recommended season to do these trails is from Septem...

    Merci, j'ai adoré cette rando, j'ai fait le trek en 10 étape moi
    Cissouye
  • Sintra - Lagoa Azul - Sintra

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    near Santa Maria, Lisboa (Portugal)
    Distance
    8.92mi
    Elevation +
    1788f
    TrailRank
    65| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofSintra - Lagoa Azul - Sintra Photo ofSintra - Lagoa Azul - Sintra Photo ofSintra - Lagoa Azul - Sintra

    Very nice hike in the forest, some parts/paths arent really cleared. Better to do this hike without kids, may be adventurous ! Down we had to climb a gate to reach the lagoon but you can also walk around and access from...

    Great hike, minus being on roads a lot of the time (at the beginning at least). Writing this review mostly because: ...
    Patrick Miller
    Nice trail! There was only one specific point with high vegetation where we had to force our way through for some 250 m...
    lucasdbo
    Nice One. Thank you for sharing
    tou2410
  • near Chiqueiro, Coimbra (Portugal)
    Distance
    4.12mi
    Elevation +
    1804f
    TrailRank
    65| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofChiqueiro-Ermida-Lousã-Casal Novo. Aldeias do Xisto. PR5 Photo ofChiqueiro-Ermida-Lousã-Casal Novo. Aldeias do Xisto. PR5 Photo ofChiqueiro-Ermida-Lousã-Casal Novo. Aldeias do Xisto. PR5

    Chiqueiro-Ermida-Lousã-Casal Novo. Aldeias do Xisto. - Very well marked, just follow PR5. - Classified as difficult due to max. and min. elevation (long distance of climbing up and then going down). Not the best for pe...

    A lot of climbing and trail in rocky loose gravel, bring good shoes
    Jorge C. Lopes
  • near Geres, Braga (Portugal)
    Distance
    6.23mi
    Elevation +
    1965f
    TrailRank
    65| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofGerês: trilhos dos Currais/Curral's trail in Geres Photo ofGerês: trilhos dos Currais/Curral's trail in Geres Photo ofGerês: trilhos dos Currais/Curral's trail in Geres

    Gerês trilho dos Currais/Curral's trail in Gerês - It goes though three currals: the Curral of Espinheira, the Curral of Carvalha das Éguas and the Curral of Lomba do Vidoeiro - Classified as difficult due to max. and m...

    It has some technical parts, going down. Needs some preparation
    Jorge C. Lopes

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