Foz do Arelho Archives

Parishes Walk – Foz do Arelho and Serra do Bouro (foz12S)

Foz do Arelho, Serra do Bouro, SHORT WALKS

Date & Time

Wednesday 22 January 2025 10:00

Parishes Walk – Foz do Arelho and Serra do Bouro (foz12S)

The Walk

A walk through woodland and tracks via Zambujeiro

From a subdued start at the Foz cemetery, the walk picks up pace as it courses through the dirt-packed, tree lined path toward the Variante Atlântica (Atalantic road). After a brief stop at the curbside, the walk continues on the other side of the Variante Atlântica with a fairly steep climb up to the grassy plateau above Foz and Serra. On the plateau, walkers meander along dirt/sand/grass tracks before descending to the hamlet of Zambujeiro. After a short interlude on tarmac, the walk then returns to a dirt, tree lined track and climbs back-up to the plateau, passing a picturesque spot with a Parque de Merendas (picnic park) with running stream. The walk is circular, returning to Foz via a different track from the walk start, and descends steeply back into Foz. The track, in parts, could be muddy and puddled if rain has fallen recently; as a result, walking sticks may help those who rely on them.

Timing

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

Car meeting and start point

Place	Coordinates
Cemetery at Foz do Arelho*	39.435872, -9.207676

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Map

NB. No map available

Coffee Stop

No coffee stops on the walk, but plenty of cafés in Foz de Arelho

Notes

* Directions: From Caldas da Rainha, take the minor road which takes you to the centre of Foz do Arelho. As you enter the town you will cross a speed bump. Continue for two hundred metres and you will come to a cross roads where you turn right. On the right hand corner you will see a sign to the Cemitério; opposite, on the left hand side you will see some recycling boxes. After the turn the cemetery wall can be seen straight ahead. Coming from the centre of Foz do Arelho you will see a sign on the left hand side as you leave the centre. Turn left as indicated by the sign.
Walk leader: David 939054085
david@silvercoastwalks.com

Parishes Walk – Foz do Arelho and Serra do Bouro (foz12S) Read More »

Nadadouro Water Tower walk (foz10S)

The Environs of Nadadouro’s Water Tower

From the water tower in Nadadouro, to the shores of the lagoon; from lagoon shore to peaks and
hamlets in the Parish. Walkers meander along sandy, tree lined tracks, branch strewn paths in
forested areas and tramp some tarmacked surfaces, while skirting agricultural allotments. A few
moderately steep gradients will be climbed, however, nothing too daunting. Remember to duck
while passing under bowed trees on the lagoon shore path. (On a previous walk some years ago,
one lady saw stars as she lay on the ground looking up at the sky). In a couple of instances, the
track doubles back on itself but for only short distances. The need to pay attention to where one
places his/her feet in the forested areas, is imperative – easy to trip and do damage. Also, it is recommended that you protect yourself from the mosquitos !!

Wednesday 20/11 10:00

Foz do Arelho, Serra do Bouro, SHORT WALKS

Meeting and start point

R. do Cais, Nadadouro

39.4128471, -9.178279295

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

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

Coffee stop

At least two coffee shops in Nadadouro village and several in Foz – the choice is yours / ours

Details

NB. A walk map is not currently available.

Notes

Walk leader: David
939054085
david@silvercoastwalks.com

Nadadouro Water Tower walk (foz10S) Read More »

From Shore to Suburbia and Back (foz09S)

A walk through tree lined tracks from Nadadouro

From the sandy shore of the lagoon to the suburban streets of Nadadouro via tree lined tracks, the walk is a relatively light stroll in the Nadadouro / Foz area. After the start of the walk at the parking area by the Cais da Lagoa, the walk heads to a small beach and then across a small headland, where the ground underfoot may be a little damp, so good footwear advised. The walk then turns away from the lagoon, climbing up along a tree lined dirt track to the suburban heights of Nadadouro. Once at the top, the walk continues to meander through various types of walking surfaces. In two brief sections, the walkers will back track on themselves. The walk is circular, with walkers descending another tree lined track to where cars are parked.

Wednesday 06/11 10:00

Foz do Arelho, Serra do Bouro, SHORT WALKS

Meeting and start point

Cais da Lagoa, Rua do Penedo Furado, NADADOURO

39.4048106, -9.1976789

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

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

Coffee stop

At least two coffee shops in Nadadouro village and several in Foz, including some on the shore of the lagoon — the choice is yours / ours

Details

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

Notes

Walk leader: David
939054085
david@silvercoastwalks.com

From Shore to Suburbia and Back (foz09S) Read More »

Foz do Arelho and around (foz08S)

Foz do Arelho, Serra do Bouro, SHORT WALKS

Date & Time

Wednesday 2 October 2024 10:00

The Walk

A walk through woodland and hills from Foz do Arelho

Walk is approximately 7km long, primarily over earthen, tree lined trails. There is one fairly steep, but short, hill plus a couple of quiet tarmac road sections.

Timing

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

Car meeting and start point

Place	Coordinates
Cemetery at Foz do Arelho*	39.435872, -9.207676

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Map

NB. No map available

Coffee Stop

No coffee stops on the walk, but plenty of cafés in the town

Notes

* Directions: From Caldas da Rainha, take the minor road which takes you to the centre of Foz do Arelho. As you enter the town you will cross a speed bump. Continue for two hundred metres and you will come to a cross roads where you turn right. On the right hand corner you will see a sign to the Cemitério; opposite, on the left hand side you will see some recycling boxes. After the turn the cemetery wall can be seen straight ahead. Coming from the centre of Foz do Arelho you will see a sign on the left hand side as you leave the centre. Turn left as indicated by the sign.
Walk leader: David 939054085
david@silvercoastwalks.com

Foz do Arelho and around (foz08S) Read More »

Lagoon walk at Foz do Arelho (foz07L)

A coastal board walk with spectacular views

The first part of the walk follows the road by the side of the lagoon towards the Sailing Club. You return by the same road and walk through Foz do Arelho climbing up to the sea ridge on the north side. The walk descends to the beach along a coastal board walk with spectacular views of the lagoon and coast to the south. The final part follows the beach back to the return point.

Friday 09/08 10:00

Foz do Arelho, LONG WALKS

Car meeting and start point

Take the road from Foz do Arelho to Nadadouro which follows the side of the lagoon. After about 1 km park at a parking area on the lagoon side of the road.

39.424875, -9.210346

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

The walk is about 10 km and is expected to take about 2,5 hours

Coffee Stop

After the walk

Details

No map available

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

Notes

Walk leader: Chris Coell
chris@silvercoastwalks.com

Lagoon walk at Foz do Arelho (foz07L) Read More »

Walk around Avenida Luis Paiva Sousa – Foz do Arelho (foz02S)

Exploring Foz do Arelho

This walk is a trip from the Miradouro da Foz do Arelho to the direction of Serra do Bouro and then back alongside the Foz do Arelho cliffs to the starting point. The tracks are mostly sandy or grind, normally dry underground

Wednesday 26/06 10:00

Foz do Arelho, SHORT WALKS

Car meeting and start point

Miradouro da Foz do Arelho, which is at the end of the Av. Eng. Paiva de Sousa (when coming from Salir) and Variante Atlantica (when coming from Caldas)

39.4402, -9.22132

Click on coordinates to open Google Maps

Timing

The walk is about 4 km and is expected to take less than 2 hours

Coffee Stop

Foz do Arelho

Details

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

Notes

Walk leader: Georges Hoeterickx
georges@silvercoastwalks.com
0032 477 516370

Walk around Avenida Luis Paiva Sousa – Foz do Arelho (foz02S) Read More »

Stone quarries – Nadadouro (foz01S)

Foz do Arelho, SHORT WALKS

Date & Time

Wednesday 12/06 10:00

The Walk

Stone quarries – Nadadouro

Starting in Rua de Lareira we cross Avenida Atlantica for a 5 km walk, mostly sandy roads, past 2 quarries and through pine and eucaliptus forest.

Timing

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

Car meeting and start point

Place	Coordinates
Near Restaurant Lareira Park in Rua de Lareira, at the end of the street when coming from N360 or beginning when coming from Avenida Atlantica ¹ Consider car pooling, space is limited	39.426, -9.1687

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

None but we are near Restaurant Lareira where you can enjoye a nice lunch

Notes

Walk leader: Georges Hoenterickx
georges@silvercoastwalks.com
+32 477516370

Coming via the N360 (Caldas da Rainha – Foz do Arelho , take left coming from Foz do Arelho or right coming from Caldas when you the signs for the restaurant Lareira. Coming via the Avenida Atlantic (direction from Caldas) take the second round about after Restaurant Lisboa, and turn the first left and follow signs for restaurant Lareira. If you come from Salir, then first round about and first street right, follow signs for restaurant Lareira. ↩︎

Stone quarries – Nadadouro (foz01S) Read More »

Foz do Arelho and Serra do Bouro (foz07S)

Foz do Arelho, Serra do Bouro, SHORT WALKS

Date & Time

Wednesday 8 May 2024 10:00

The Walk

A walk through woodland and hills from Foz do Arelho

The walk follows tracks through the countryside between Foz do Arelho and Serra do Bouro. We cross the main Foz do Arelho road two times, but there is no other road walking. The walk follows earthen tracks which may be muddy. There is a fairly long climb into the the hills of Serra do Bouro with good views of the countryside. The final part of the walk is through woodland.

Timing

The walk is about 6 km and is expected to take about 2 hrs

Car meeting and start point

Place	Coordinates
Cemetery at Foz do Arelho*	39.435872, -9.207676

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

No coffee stops on the walk, but plenty of cafés in the town

Notes

* Directions: From Caldas da Rainha, take the minor road which takes you to the centre of Foz do Arelho. As you enter the town you will cross a speed bump. Continue for two hundred metres and you will come to a cross roads where you turn right. On the right hand corner you will see a sign to the Cemitério; opposite, on the left hand side you will see some recycling boxes. After the turn the cemetery wall can be seen straight ahead. Coming from the centre of Foz do Arelho you will see a sign on the left hand side as you leave the centre. Turn left as indicated by the sign.
Walk leader: Denise Gray 911581248
mike@silvercoastwalks.com

Foz do Arelho and Serra do Bouro (foz07S) Read More »

Foz do Arelho to Nadadouro (foz05S)

Foz do Arelho, SHORT WALKS

Date & Time

Wednesday November 29, 10:30

The Walk

Nice walk through the countryside

The walk follows tracks and quiet roads through the countryside between Foz do Arelho and Nadadouro. The tracks underfoot should be firm and there are a few gentle slopes

Timing

The walk is about 6 km and is expected to take about 1,5 hours

Car meeting and start point

Place	Coordinates
Parking at the cemetry in Foz do Arelho*	39.435872, -9.207676

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

No coffee stops on the walk, but plenty of cafés in the town

Notes

Walk leader: Georges Hoeterickx
georges@silvercoastwalks.com
* Starting point: From Caldas da Rainha, take the minor road which takes you to the centre of Foz do Arelho. As you enter the town you will cross a speed bump. Continue for two hundred metres and you will come to a cross roads where you turn right. On the right hand corner you will see a sign to the Cemitério; opposite, on the left hand side you will see some recycling boxes. After the turn the cemetery wall can be seen straight ahead. Coming from the centre of Foz do Arelho you will see a sign on the left hand side as you leave the centre. Turn left as indicated by the sign.

Foz do Arelho to Nadadouro (foz05S) Read More »

Óbidos Lagoon (foz01L)

Foz do Arelho, LONG WALKS

Date & Time

Friday November 17, 2023 10:00

The Walk

Along the lagoon with spectacular views

Timing

The walk is about 10 km and is expected to take about 2.5 hrs

Car meeting and start point

Place	Coordinates
Take the road from Foz do Arelho to Nadadouro which follows the side of the lagoon After about 1 km park at a parking area on the lagoon side of the road.	39.424875, -9.210346

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 is plenty of opportunity to stop for refreshment on the last part of the walk.

Notes

Walk leader: Chris Coell
chris@silvercoastwalks.com

Óbidos Lagoon (foz01L) Read More »