Praia Salgado Dunes and Ridge (SMP13S)

A walk along Praia Salgado Coastal Dunes up to the Ridge and Back

Wednesday, June 17, 10:00

The Walk:  This is a rough, steep, and beautiful trail. It mostly follows dirt roads and open rutted tracks that are used by off-road enthusiasts and mountain bikers. It can be muddy and dangerous during rainy times and challenging at any time. However, the rugged terrain and the fact that it is in an ecologically protected area means there are fabulous views. The walk starts at the Praia do Salgado parking area follows tracks parallel to the coast for awhile and then turns uphill for a pass by a restored moinho and a visit to the Paraglider Launch site. From the paraglider ‘Jumping off Point’ on a clear day, you have a view of the coastline from Nazaré and Sitio to the north to Peniche and the Berlingas to the south.

Please carpool if possible. See below for details.

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Meeting and start point

The walk meeting and start point is the parking area at Praia do Salgado

Estacionamento Praia do Salgado
R. Praia do Salgado,

39.546926, -9.110268

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Please car share if possible
Use our Facebook group to offer and ask for rides…

Suggested meet-up locations:

Timing

The walk is about 6.5 km and is expected to take about 2 hrs, plus extra for coffee.

Coffee stop

Two options for after the walk:

Restaurante Anzol at the Praia do Salgado parking area

Padaria 33 on the ridge above Praia do Salgado

Details

Notes

  • Walk leader: Georges Hoeterickx
  • WhatsApp: +32 477 51 63 70

PR5 CLD – Alvorninha Route (Caldas da Rainha) (ben 02L)

Circular route starting/ending at the Alvorninha Sports Pavilion (PR5 CLD – Rota de Alvorninha)

Friday June 19, 9:30

NOT suitable for dogs!
Park at Alvorninha Sports Pavilion
BRING a MASK in case of orchid spraying

Please car pool, see below for details

The route begins by passing through the church of Alvorninha, descending towards the Dam and its stream. Following Rua das Flores, it goes around the Dam on the north side to the villages of Cumeira da Cruz and Almafala, before descending again towards the Dam. Here, you walk along the dam wall to take a trail in a dense forest of cork oaks, pines, and eucalyptus trees in a southerly direction, which will lead you to the arrival point.

Points of interest:

  • Alvorninha Sports Pavilion
  • Alvorninha Parish Church
  • Monument honoring Alvorninha combatants
  • Mural that extols the History of Alvorninha
  • Chapel of Senhor da Misericórdia
  • Cross
  • Mine
  • Laundry
  • Pillory
  • Bandstand
  • Old houses of wealthy families
  • Alvorninha Dam
  • Alvorninha Reservoir Trail

USEFUL TIPS:

  • Before starting your walk, check the weather forecast.
  • Wear appropriate footwear for walking on uneven terrain.
  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for the weather of the day itself.
  • Take a small backpack to carry your water, food, clothing, and objects.
  • Take a cell phone, first aid kit, and garbage bag.
  • Take only photos and leave only footprints, preserving nature.
  • Before leaving, inform family or friends about your activity.

Additional Info:

https://www.mcr.pt/uploads/MCR/Viver/Desporto/DesportosNatureza/CaminhosRainha/Pedestres/PR5/bPR05EN.pdf?file=kSwqwwZL5bKHlcGa8eINfA

https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/pr5-cld-rota-de-alvorninha-caldas-da-rainha-185560694

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Meeting and start point

Alvorninha sports centre

39.382416,-9.034874

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Please car share if possible
Use our Facebook group to offer and ask for rides…

Suggested meet-up locations:

Timing

The walk is about 9.6 km and is expected to take about 2,5 hours

Coffee stop

After the walk

Details

Notes

  • Walk leader: Amelie Sangmo
  • cel: +1 (225) 249-9915

Parque de Merandes de Lagoa do Fanhais (naz 05S)


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Date & Time

Wednesday June 10, 2026, 10:00

The Walk

The walk starts at the Parque de Merandes de Lagoa do Fanhais and from there we walk through the woods of the Lagoa Fanhai area. Most of the time we walk on sandy tracks.

Timing

The walk is about 5,2 km and is expected to take about 1,5 to 2 hours

Car meeting 10:00

PlaceCoordinates
The parking in front of Jorge Vieira shop in Valado dos Frades from where we drive to the walk start point.

Jorge Vieira shop location is as follows: coming from Nazaré take the direction Valado do Frades – Alcobaça via N8-5 , also called Estrada de Nazaré , once you reach a round-about followed very quickly by a larger one , take the fouth exit and soon you will see the building of Jorge Vieira (garden center).		39.58880, -9.01579
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Starting point 10:15

PlaceCoordinates
Parque de Merandes de Lagoa do Fanhais39.61313, -9.01644
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Map

NB.  The map above shows the car meeting and walk start point.

Coffee Stop

In Valado do Frades.

Notes

  • Walk leader: Georges Hoeterickx
  • georges@silvercoastwalks.com

Formigal to Malásia and back

A circular hike from Formigal to Malásia

Friday 05/06 9:30

The Walk:  The walk starts in Formigal and passes through several villages in the Salir de Matos returning to the start via Malásia. There will be a short distance on BUSY roadway due to trail development. A circular, unmarked route through the village of Formigal, in the parish of Salir de Matos, municipality of Caldas da Rainha, with places of historical, cultural, environmental, and scenic interest such as:
– Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Piedade
– Roman Bridge
– Mata da Malasia
– Wooden Mill of Boisias
– Capela Infantes

NOT suitable for dogs!
PLEASE CARPOOL – Meet at Lidl in Caldas da Rainha by Balance Gym at 9:10 AM
BRING MASK in case the orchards are being sprayed.

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Meeting and start point

The walk starts in Formigal, Salir da Matos near the corner of R.do Chafariz and R. da Quinta.

39.407284, -9.093838

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Please car share if possible
Use our Facebook group to offer and ask for rides…

Suggested meet-up locations:

Timing

The walk is about 13 km and is expected to take about 3 hrs, plus extra for coffee.

Coffee stop

near the end of the walk

Details

Notes

  • Walk leader: Amelie
  • WhatsApp: +1 (225) 249-9915

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Fanadia (Obi 15S)

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Date & Time

Wednesday, June 03rd 10:00 AM

The Walk

A walk from Grupo Desportivo da Fanadia

The walk starts in Fanadia, east of Caldas da Rainha, and passes through cultivated fields, orchards, and small forests toward the far east side of the Óbidos lagoon. It is a fairly easy route along dirt tracks and quiet back streets. Please carpool if possible, as parking space near the starting point is limited. If needed, you can use the side streets or the parking lot in front of the football field, located about 200 meters from the start via Rua da Escola. Well behaved dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a short non extendable leash at all times during the walk for safety reasons.

Timing

The walk is about 8,5km and is expected to take about 2 1/4 hrs, plus extra for coffee.

Car meeting and start point

PlaceCoordinates
Parking area in front of Grupo Desportivo da Fanadia, along the main street and near the football field through Rua da Escola.39.3662, -9.0776
Please car share if possible
Use our Facebook group to offer and ask for rides…
Suggested meet-up locations:
Foz do Arelho: Av. do Mar, next to the Restaurante Cais da Praia
Obidos: Behind Prohibition Bar
Caldas da Rainha: Behind Good Mart

Map

Coffee Stop

At the end of the walk we can stop for coffee at Grupo Desportivo da Fanadia

  • Walk leader: Rene
  • rene@silvercoastwalks.com
  • 963919923

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Arelho to the South Side of Óbidos Lagoon (lag16S)

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Date & Time

Wednesday, May 27 10:00 AM

The Walk

A walk from Arelho along the south side of the head of the Óbidos lagoon

The walk starts in Arelho and goes through cultivated fields to the south side of the Óbidos lagoon. It continues along the lagoon edge and then turns inland along a dirt track. This short walk follows the wide track and the local road to get back to Arelho. Most of the walk is fairly flat with an uphill stretch into Arelho.

Note: This walk is a shortened version of the long walk “lag10L” which is currently unavailable due to the destruction of a bridge during the spring storms.

Please carpool if possible so we don’t fill the neighborhood with our cars.

Timing

The walk is about 8km and is expected to take about 2 hrs, plus extra for coffee.

Car meeting and start point

PlaceCoordinates
Parking area on the right hand side of the main road through Arelho. Turn right at the cross roads in the centre when heading towards the lagoon, take the first left and you will see an open area intended for construction of a group of houses. 39.387242
-9.184808
Please car share if possible
Use our Facebook group to offer and ask for rides…
Suggested meet-up locations:
Foz do Arelho: Av. do Mar, next to the Restaurante Cais da Praia
Obidos: Behind Prohibition Bar
Caldas da Rainha: Behind Good Mart

Map

Coffee Stop

At the end of the walk we can stop for coffee at a cafe in the village of Arelho and then walk a short distance to the Igreja de Santo André do Arelho to enjoy the views from this high point

  • Walk leader: Chris Coell
  • chris@silvercoastwalks.com

Serra dos Mangues de Yelloh Camping (smp09s)

A walk along the Serra dos Mangues coast

Wednesday, May 20 10:00

The Walk:  The walk starts from the streetside parking area on Rua Vasco da Gama about 100 m. South of ‘Parque de Campismo Colina do Sol – Yelloh Village’. in São Martinho do Porto. Our first waypoint on the walk is the Praia da Gralha overlook and paraglider launch site. If we are lucky the local club will be out gliding. From there we follow dirt roads and paths along the coast until we reach the Praia da Salgada mirador where we have a view of the 6+ km. long beach, Nazaré and the Forte de São Miguel Arcanjo at Sitio. Next we continue on paths on the coastal ridge enjoying the ocean views until we turn inland and double back on local streets through Serra dos Mangues. Near the end of our walk we have an opportunity to stop for coffee at the village cafe & restaurant, Restaurante Tipico da Serra before continuing down Rua Vasco da Gama to where we started.

Please carpool if possible so we don’t fill the neighborhood with our cars.

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Meeting and start point

The walk starts in front of Parque de Campismo Colina do Sol – Yelloh Village at the intersection of Rua da Vasco da Gama and Rua dos Ginjeras. You can park along the street on Rua Vasco da Gama and Rua dos Ginjerias, South of the entrance to Yelloh. Village.

39.522152, -9.123269

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Please car share if possible
Use our Facebook group to offer and ask for rides…

Suggested meet-up locations:

Timing

The walk is about 7.5 km and is expected to take about 2 hrs, plus extra for coffee.

Coffee stop

Restaurante Típico da Serra near the end of the walk

Details

Notes

  • Walk leader: Flynn
  • WhatsApp: +351 913 611 658

Reguengo Grande (obi 10L)

Planalto das Cezaredas

Friday 22/05 10:00

The walk begins in Reguengo Grande next to the Junta de Freguesia where there is a café and parking. During the first half of the walk we will follow well maintained trails through scenic forests of pine and eucalyptus trees. On our way we will include a short detour and visit the charming Jardim da Celeste. As we approach Moledo the landscape shifts into a more agricultural and livestock farmland. There the trails will have some small inclines and are not so well maintained any more, so bring your poles if you are used to them and we could potentially come across some muddy spots. Please be reminded that for safety reasons dogs must be kept on a non-extendable short leash at all times. You are personally responsible for your animal.

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Meeting and start point

Rua Frutuoso Principe Reguengo Grande

39.284734, -9.221377

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Timing

The walk is about 14 km and is expected to take about 3 hours plus time

to visit the Jardim da Celeste

Coffee stop

in Reguengo Grande at the end of the walk

Details

NB.  The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point.

Notes

  • Walk leader: René
  • rene@silvercoastwalks.com

Rota de Barrantes a Salir de Matos

Wednesday 13/05 10:00

A walk on rural roads around Salir do Matos

The Walk:  A circular route along rural roads and dirt paths in the central region of Portugal that connects the small towns of Barrantes to Salir de Matos. An ideal trail for outdoor activities in contact with nature with walking, running or cycling off-road to exercise your mind and body in an ecological way and in harmony with the environment.

PLEASE CARPOOL: Respect the local residents and carpool. See below for available public parking and share rides. THANK YOU for your consideration.

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Meeting and start point

This walk starts at the Centro de Saúde de Salir de Matos. Parking is behind the building.

39.427556, -9.097179

Please car share if possible; Suggested meet-up locations:

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Timing

The walk is about 6.5 km and is expected to take about 2 hrs, plus extra for coffee.

Coffee stop

After that walk at the cafe next to to Centro de Saúde

Details

Notes

  • Walk leader: Jimmy
  • +46 70 331 02 01

A Walk on Salir do Porto Headlands (spo 21L)

Friday 08/05 10:00

A walk along the cliffs with fine views along the coast

A walk close to the cliffs with fine views along the coast and the bay of São Martinho do Porto. We pass by a chapel – rebuilt in 2020 , and a former customs house. The walk follows narrow paths (can be overgrown), wide tracks and stretches of loose sand. Some of the descents are steep so good shoes and walking poles are recommended. This walk combines elements of other walks.

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Meeting and start point

The meeting point is along a side road on the south side of Salir do Porto.  From Salir do Porto drive uphill towards Foz do Arelho and at the top of the hill turn right onto a side road.  There is a row of modern holiday houses on the left.  Drive for 150 metres to an open area where there is parking.

39.491517, -9.162022

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Timing

The walk is about 9 km and is expected to take about 3 hours

Coffee stop

 In Salir do Porto, during the walk

Details

NB.  The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point.

Notes

  • Walk leader: Chris Coell
  • chris@silvercoastwalks.com
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