A quite easy 8 km walk through an agricultural landscape near Atouguia de Baleia / Peniche. It will take us along some very fertile agricultural land where they grow lots of vegetables and where we can see the southern coast of Peniche in the distance. The walk has some ups and downs, but does not have steep climbs and will mainly be on rural tracks.
Please note that for safety reasons all dogs must be kept on a short leash at all times. In case of an accident dog owners will be kept personally responsible for their animal.
From Serra da Pescaria we walk (Ocean side) towards Casal Mota and then we descend to Casais de Baixo (land side) and return back to Serra da Pescaria
We start from Serra da Pescaria and walk alongside west side (ocean) of the hill towards Casal Mota. From there we return following the hill but at the east side (land side). The track is in some areas sandy and may have a few puddles if wet after rain. Map is shown below but last minute minor changes are possible depending road conditions. The route is mostly in woods, climbing and descending and only a few hundred meters on calm roads.
Timing
The walk is about 5,5 km and is expected to take 1,5 to 2 hrs
Car meeting and start point
Place
Coordinates
The entrance of Trade Winds Villas in Rua da Pescaria, Serra da Pescaria. You can park on the side of the road.
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
Place
Coordinates
Parking area in front of Grupo Desportivo da Fanadia, along the main street and near the football field through Rua da Escola.
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.
This walk starts at the railway crossing near the strawberry farm. We walk on sandy rural and forest paths through alternating agricultural and forestial landscapes. Your dog must be kept on a short non-extendable leash. You are personally responsible in case of any accident caused by it. Please note that the flag on the map isNOT the starting point.
Timing
The walk is about 6,5 km and is expected to take about 2.0 hrs.
A circular walk of about 7,5km from Serra del Rey through forestial and agricultural land north of Serra del Rey. The walk is very easy on well maintained trails. Your dog must be kept on a short non-extendable leash. You are personally responsible in case of any accident caused by it.
Timing
The walk is about 7,5 km and is expected to take about 2 hrs.
Car meeting and start point
Place
Coordinates
Parking: there is not much parking space available, so please carshare if possible and also use adjacent streets
This circular 12,8 km walk starts at Pinhal which is part of Óbidos. It will take us towards Sobral do Lagoa which is the area where they grow the sour cherries used to make the ginja. The walk will take us through orchards and forestial areas mainly on rural tracks, but also on a quiet road from Sobral downhill to the main road. At about halfway we will be able to see the Óbidos castle to the east and also the lagune to the west. On our way back to Pinhal the trail will take us through a pine and eucalyptus forest near A-da-Gorda. Please be reminded that all dogs must be kept on a short leash at all times. In case of an accident dog owners will be kept personally responsible for their animal.
The circular 5,9 km walk starts in Bombarral close to the local Continente. The walk takes us through a landscape of vineyards and orchards. At about half-way we will see the village of Sanguinal and from there head back to our starting point. The walk does not have any major difficulty, but after rain we could see some muddy spots. Please be reminded that for safety reasons dogs must be kept on a short leash at all times. You are personally responsible for your animal.
A quite easy 12 km walk through an agricultural landscape near Atouguia de Baleia / Peniche. It will take us along some very fertile agricultural land where they grow lots of vegetables and where we can see the southern coast of Peniche in the distance. The walk has some ups and downs, but does not have steep climbs and will mainly be on rural tracks.
Please note that for safety reasons all dogs must be kept on a short leash at all times. In case of an accident dog owners will be kept personally responsible for their animal.
On this route we will walk through the village of A-dos-Negros located on a ridge in the eastern part of Óbidos and we will come across some of the numerous fountains, wells and ancient wash-houses of the region. We will get some nice views especially facing Gracieira and to the northwest towards the water reservoir of the Arnóia River and the Atlantic on the horizon. The route starts towards the Church of Santa Maria Madalena and its beautiful surroundings. It continues on sandy tracks and quiet streets flanked by orchards, vegetable gardens and groves. The houses in the village center have some unusual features… The route will then lead us downhill to the reservoir and through a small forest back to the village. Please note that we’ll be most of the walk in or very close to a village and therefore your dog has to stay on a short non extendable leash at all times. You are personally responsible for its behavior and liable in case of an accident.
The walk is about 5,5 km and is expected to take about 2 hours
Coffee stop
After the walk
Details
Notes
Walk leader: René
rene@silvercoastwalks.com
Please note that the flag on the map is not the start point. Do not follow your GPS and take the narrow streets through A-Dos-Negros, but stay on Estr. Principal and then make a sharp left turn directly into Estr. dos Moinhos.