Author name: Mike Gray

São Domingos (mat04S)

Date & Time

Wednesday 07/05/25 10:00

Walk location:  The ridge on the eastern side of the Caldas valley overlooking Tornada.

The Walk:  The walk follows the ridge on grassy tracks with fine views, looking down into the Caldas valley; then we turn inland to walk on the east side of the ridge with views towards Barrantes.  We walk along the road through the village then retrace our steps along the same ridge as at the start.  

This is a hilly walk with some steep descents – particularly at the start – and ascents so bring your walking poles; some of the paths will be overgrown.

Timing:  The walk is about 5 km and is expected to take about 1.5 hrs, plus extra for coffee.

 

Car Meeting Point:  We meet at 10:00 am at the Supermercado Lavrador parking lot. Park in the unpaved (North) end of the lot to leaving the spaces close to the entrance for paying customers.  From here we need to car share for the 5 minute drive to the start because of limited space at the start point.  

Long/Lat:          39.466259, -9.115872

Walk Start Point:  The social centre car park at São Domingos – there is limited parking space: 10 cars.

Long/Lat:            39.459200, -9.114148

Notes:  Click on the coordinates to go to google maps directions to the locations.

Coffee Stop: There is a cafe in the São Domingo Social Center at the end of the walk.

Notes:  Walk leader – Flynn – flynn@silvercoastwalks.com

Last walked: 12/06/19

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Praia do Norte via Estrada Atlantico (naz03S)

Praia do Norte via Estrada Atlantico (naz03S)

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Date & Time

Wednesday 30, April, 2025 10:00am

The Walk

Nice walk with great views over Praia do Norte

The walk starts via the Estrada Atlantico and returns to the starting point through woods & coastal tracks between the Estrada Atlantico and the Atlantic Ocean.

The first 2 km follows the Estrada Atlantico. Then it will be mainly sandy trails through woodland and gorse bush countryside.

Timing

The walk is about 7 km and is expected to take about 2 hours with a stop to enjoy the ocean view.

Car meeting and start point

PlaceCoordinates
Nazaré – Sitio and then follow the signs “Estrada Atlantico “ , you will drive through some smaller streets but keep following the sign board till you reach a small roundabout which is the start of the Estrada Atlantico, then turn left to enter the Rua Praia do Norte. At the beginning of that road, we meet. Parking is on the roadside opposite the caravan park. Please car share wherever practical.39.61354451, -9.0748273
Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Map

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

Coffee Stop

There are no coffee stops on the walk. However, for those wishing to, coffee can be taken in Sitio or Nazare after the walk.

Notes

  • Walk leader: Denise Gray
  • mike@silvercoastwalks.com
  • 911581248

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Óbidos – Aqueduto – Barragem do rio Arnóia (obi15L)

Óbidos – Aqueduto – Barragem do rio Arnóia

A 13.5 km circular walk, beginning in Óbidos. The walk begins on the trail that passes the aqueduct and continues through fields and trees. The middle section is on quiet roads and several small villages. Finally, the last third is a very pleasant walk on gravel and dirt trails, along the Rio Arnoia, with nice views as well as we head back towards Óbidos. The walk route may vary slightly from the map below, for more information follow this link: https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/obidos-aqueduto-barragem-do-rio-arnoia-obidos-78074083?utm_medium=app&utm_campaign=share&utm_source=15660503

Friday 25/04/25 10:00

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Meeting and start point

Long free car park opposite Obidos castle access road

39.356501, -9.158076

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

The walk is about 13.5km and is expected to take about 3.25 hours

Coffee stop

If desired, there are many options in Óbidos

Details

NB.  The walk route may vary slightly from the above map.

Notes

  • Walk leader: Amelie (935756251) & Patricia
  • amelie@silvercoastwalks.com

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Circular walk near São Pedro de Moel (NAZ11S)

Circular walk near São Pedro de Moel (NAZ11S)

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Date & Time

Wednesday April 2, 2025 10:00

Circular walk near São Pedro de Moel (NAZ11S)

The Walk

Through countryside near São Pedro de Moel and back along the beach

We start by heading inland along sandy tracks before joining quiet roads.  Then we follow well marked tracks and climb to a nice viewpoint overlooking woodland and the surrounding area. From there we descend for a short distance on a very steep, sandy track, through some rough ground before connecting with a quiet road. The road takes us through woodland and leads us to the beach just north of São Pedro de Moel. We follow the beach, and then the coastal promenade to make our way back to the Lighthouse at São Pedro de Moel. Walking boots/shoes and walking poles (for those who need them) are recommended.

Timing

The walk is about 7 km and is expected to take about 2 hrs

Car meeting and start point

PlaceCoordinates
The lighthouse at São Pedro de Moel39.764446, -9.030449

Map

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

Coffee Stop

At the “Old Beach” en route

Notes

  • Walk leader: Mike Gray
  • mike@silvercoastwalks.com

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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

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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

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São Martinho to Macarca (smp05S)

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Date & Time

Wednesday 12 March, 2025 10:00

The Walk

From São Martinho do Porto, on sandy tracks towards Macarca and return

The walk is mainly along sandy tracks, with loose sand in places, but expect some muddy spots after rain. The walking is on flat ground, goes through pine and eucalyptus woodland and open fields to Marcarca. We then we walk a short distance along the road before heading towards Vale do Paraiso along more tracks. There is then a further stretch of walking on a quiet road before rejoining tracks to head back to the start point.

Timing

The walk is about 7.5 km and is expected to take about 2 hours.

Car meeting and start point

PlaceCoordinates
Plenty of parking along a lane and quiet estate at the walk start point in São Martinho. Coming from São Martinho, drive straight over the roundabout by Intermarche supermarket heading towards Famalicão on the N242. After about 0.5km take the 1st right into the estate, turn left and then 1st right to the end of the estate to arrive at the start point for the walk.39,5170908, -9,1206891
Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Map

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

Coffee Stop

There are no coffee stops along the walk.

Notes

  • Walk leader: Denise Gray 911581248
  • mike@silvercoastwalks.com

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Percurso do Carvahal (obi11S)

Percurso do Carvahal – largely follows PR2BBR

The circular 7 km walk starts at the sanctuary of Senhor Jesus of Carvalhal and will take us on sandy tracks and quiet roads through orchards of pear, apple and apricot trees as well as vineyards. There will be a short incline before reaching the villages of Barro Lobo and later Carvalhal before returning to the Parque de Merendas and our start point. The route largely follows the Alltrails route PB2BBR, for more information see link: PR2 BBR – Percurso do Carvalhal, Leiria District, Portugal – 3 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Please be reminded it is recommended that dogs are kept on a short leash at all times.

Wednesday 05/03/25 10:00

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Meeting and start point



Senhor Jesus of Carvalhal

39.28273,-9.13603

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

The walk is about 7 km and is expected to take about 2.5 hours

Coffee stop

None available on the walk

Details

Notes

  • Walk leader: René
  • Mobile: 963 919 923
  • rene@silvercoastwalks.com

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Famalicão – Rebelo & Raposos (fam09S)

Circular Walk from Famalicão to Rebolo, Raposos & back

It is initially through flat farmland to Rebolo and then climbs steeply to Raposos on good road ways (almost no traffic).
At Raposos there are fine views of Sao Martinho do Porto, Salir de Porto and the coast. We walk through Raposos and then descend through farmland and a wooded valley back to Famalicão.

Wednesday 26/02/25 10:00

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Meeting and start point

Parking place next to the Famalicão cemetery which lies just behind the Farmácia.
Coming from Sáo Martinho or Alfeizerão on the N242 the Farmacia is on the right hand side at the beginning of the village of Famalicão. The cemetery is about 100 meter back from the main road.

39.534269, -9.083181

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

The walk is about 6.4 km and is expected to take about 2 hours

Coffee stop

At the social centre near the Car Parking place.

Details

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

Notes

  • Walk leader: Georges Hoeterickx
  • + 32 477 516370
  • georges@silvercoastwalks.com

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Capeleira to Usseira (obi10S)

Capeleira to Usseira (obi10S)

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Date & Time

Wednesday 12 February, 2025, 10:00am

The walk will take us from Capeleira to Usseira and back along the upper part of the aqueduct and its water source through orchards and forests. We will mainly walk on quiet streets and some sandy tracks.  After rain some sections of the walk could be slippery, so good footwear, and poles for those that need them, are recommended. The walk mainly follows the “formal” PR11 route. For more information please follow the link: https://turismo.obidos.pt/2021/09/01/rota-do-aqueduto/

Meeting and start point

Park inside at ” Associacao Recretiva ” or by the road – Rua Manuel Teutonio ( CM 1412 ) at Capeleira.

39.341743, -9.148526

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

The walk is about 6,5 km and is expected to take about 2 hours

Coffee stop

After the walk, parking, coffee and lunch (bifanas) available at the association of Capeleira and Navalha

Details

Notes

  • Walk leader: René
  • Mobile: 963 919 923
  • rene@silvercoastwalks.com

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