Each week up to two walks are organised in the Silver Coast region of Portugal

Every Wednesday we hold a short walk (max 7 km) and on alternate Fridays we hold a long walk (10 to 20 km).

Everyone is welcome to join a walk, you can do a voluntary donation to cover costs of organisation.

People walk at their own risk. Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on short leash. Normally we start at 10:00. Of course you can do the walks on your own as well. Just download the gpx file.

Next short walk:

  • An Inland walk close to the lagoon shore – Arelho (foz11S)

    A gentle circular walk from starting point to finishing point. The walk is along sandy / dirt tracks
    through wooded areas and open agricultural land (grape vines, fruit trees etc). Some tarmac will be
    waked for a short stretch. While the walk is within yelling distance of the lagoon, the lagoon is not
    insight at any time during the walk. This walk is neither long nor arduous, but maybe extended a little on the day.

    An Inland walk close to the lagoon shore – Arelho

    Wednesday 26/03/2025 10:00

    Meeting and start point

    R. Principal Óbidos, Arelho

    39.385109, -9.185103

    Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

    Timing

    The walk is about 5.25 km and is expected to take about 1.5 hours

    Coffee stop

    Neptune coffee shop in Arelho (also good for lunch)

    Details

    NB.  A walk map is not yet available

    Notes

    • Walk leader: David
    • 939054085
    • david@silvercoastwalks.com

Next long walk:

  • Torres Vedras – Castro do Zambujal (tvd01L)

    Walk largely follows PR4 TVD – Rota do Castro The Rota do Castro do Zambujal is a circular route with a length of about 13 km.
    Fabulous loop south of Torres Vedras with historic site along the way. Mostly on country roads with some good ascents and descents for camino training and a charming town or two.  Some unmanicured, prickly, single file sections, challenging for dogs and shorter clothing. Castro do Zambujal is a fortified Copper Age or Chalcolithic settlement dating from the 3rd millennium BC. For more information, see link: https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/pr-4-tvd-rota-do-castro-do-zambujal-16077304?utm_medium=app&utm_campaign=share&utm_source=15660503

    We are planning for a 20 minute break for exploration and snacks at the historic site.

    Car sharing/pooling – due to limited parking at the walk start point, if possible, please go to the car share meeting point for 9:10am behind Good Mart in Caldas da Rainha – GPS coordinates 39.40742586077, -9.153011602699.

    It is recommended that dogs are not brought on this walk, however, if they do attend, please keep them on a short lead (including at the archeological site). Poles are useful for those that need them, especially if it’s been raining. Please bring water and any snacks you will need during the hike.

    Friday 14/03/25 10:00

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    Meeting and start point

    Torres Vedras: walk meeting/start point is the dirt lot behind Burger King, in front of Lidl and next to Continente

    39.08254007554904, -9.260673957670962

    Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

    Timing

    The walk is about 13 km and is expected to take about 4 hours

    Coffee stop

    After the walk

    Details

    Notes

    • Walk leader: Amelie 935756251
    • amelie@silvercoastwalks.com

Carpooling

We encourage carpooling! Go to our Facebook page to share a ride.

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Tips for Walkers

  • Wear good walking shoes and carry a walking pole
  • Use sun protection and carry a bottle ot water
  • Carry garden shears and help us to cut overgrowth paths

The Silver Coast

The area covered by the walks ranges from Paredes in the north to Montejunto in the South and from the Serra dos Candeeiros in the east to the coast in the west.

The Walkers

Our regular walkers are from a variety of countries:
Belgium, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Portugal, Denmark, United States of America, Italy. The common language is English.

Disclaimer

The walk leader accepts no responsibility for any events, illnesses or accidents that occur during the walk. It is the responsibility of each walker to ensure he/she is fit to complete the walk.
Walkers walk at their own risk.

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