Two-weekly Long walks in the Silver Coast region
Torres Vedras: walk meeting/start point is the dirt lot behind Burger King, in front of Lidl and next to Continente
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The walk is about 13 km and is expected to take about 4 hours
After the walk
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From the catalogue of walks published by the tourist authority of the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros. Walks in the Serra dos Candeeiros
The walk starts in the centre of Reguegno do Fetal. Steady climb to begin on local road , followed by ascent to two different hills.
Total ascent approx. 340 metre. This is a marked trail on rocky tracks with sections of wooden steps ( roped ) . During the climb to the 2nd hill we come across impressive limestone arches which are used by others for rock climbing. There are excellent views at several points across the valley. At the top of the 2nd hill is a monument , before we take the marked path (all downhill) back to the start in Reguegno do Fetal .
The walk is challenging but described by the Tourist Office as fantastic for hikers.
The walk is about 6 km and is expected to take about 3 hours
| Place | Coordinates |
|---|---|
| Largo da Praça da Fonte 65, 2440-208 Reguengo do Fetal | 39.639960, -8.763050 |
NB. The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point.
After the walk
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The cemetery in the Rua das Aguas Belas in São Martinho do Porto
The walk is about 10 km and is expected to take about 2,5 hours
In Sao Martinho seafront at the end of the walk
NB. Sorry no trackmap available. The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point.
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The walk is about 9 km and is expected to take about 2.5 hrs
| Place | Coordinates |
|---|---|
| A car park next to the coast near to the Rio Cortiço Mar Bar | 39.420212 -9.245661 |
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Walk location: Near to Vimeiro (Alcobaça)
Originator: Chris Coell
The Walk: At Quinta de Baixo. Head east up the hill on a farm track & finally into a wooded section along the ridge.
The circular walk continues along farm tracks to Vimeiro. Continue through centre ( optional coffee ) then up to a good view point at the 2 x windmills. Returning back down we make our way back north to the start point.
Note – This walk involves a total of over 30 mins. on tarmac roads.
Timing: The walk is about 12 km and is expected to take about 3 hrs
Total distance = 1184 metres Total ascent = 230 metre
Car Meeting Point: At 10:00 by roadside parking in Quinta de Baixo – opposite the Supermercado ” Lavrador “.
Deg, Min, Secs: Latitude 39°29’25.90″N Longitude 9° 1’16.18″W
Decimal Deg: Latitude 39.490527° Longitude -9.021162°
Walk Start Point: The open roadside parking & refuse point opposite the Supermercado ” Lavrador “.
Coffee Stop :Either in Vimeiro or at the end of the walk.
Contact: Leader Chris Coell – telemovel – 933 359485
Last Walked: 24/04/2024
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The first part is through a housing estate heading towards Pederneira. After crossing the main road to Alcobaça the route follows the edge of the Pederneira ridge with views over Nazaré and along the coast. The road becomes a track and descends towards the river Alcoa. After crossing the main road the route follows a flat track towards Nazaré passing through the Marina before entering the town. A steep climb up to Sitio follows followed by a descent towards Praia de Norte then uphill again through woods and shrubs joining a road at the Lidl and Continente supermarkets,
The walk is about 13 km and is expected to take about 3 hrs Today we will probably do the walk in reverse – ( weather dependent ) & starting with woodland on to Nazare North Beach.
| Place | Coordinates |
|---|---|
| The municipality swimming pool parking area at Nazaré | 39.609112, -9.061011 |
NB. The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point. If you need directions, click on the flag to display the flag text and click on the itinéraire link to open Google Maps
Either near end of the walk in Perdeneira or in Nazaré or Sitio en route
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The walk starts at the church (“Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolação, Alvados) in the village and is signposted (as PR3.1) to Sao Bento. It starts with a fairly steep ascent, along a narrow path and offers good views of the surrounding countryside. Then there is a fairly steady descent into the village of Sao Bento.
Having stopped briefly in the village, we then take a different route out of the village (following PR3 signs) – this is a longer, fairly steady ascent again with good scenic views. The walk concludes with a fairly steep ascent down a rocky path before strolling through the Alvados village back to the start point.
Poles and walking shoes are recommended for those who need them. Bring your own refreshments as there are no coffee stops en route.
The walk is about 14 km and is expected to take about 4 hrs.
| Place | Coordinates |
|---|---|
| Next to the church in Alvados (post code 2480-032) | 39.54819750487221, -8.771260233346208 |
NB. The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point. If you need directions, click on the flag to display the flag text and click on the itinéraire link to open Google Maps
After the walk in Alvados or Porto de Mós
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Car share from Alcobaca – Parque Verde – meet at 8.50am
Please register for this walk so we can manage car share by sending E mail to chris.coell2br6@gmail.com
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The walk is about 10 km and is expected to take about 3,5 hours
After the walk in local cafe “Nascimente de Lis”
NB. The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point.
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Car park at top of Montejunto. Drive past the army establishment (quartel) to the end of the road.
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The walk is about 9,5 km and is expected to take about 3,5 hours
Bar da Serra near the start/end point of the walk
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Campo de Futebol, Bezerra
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CAR SHARE as the walk in the Serra dos Candeeiros is the other side of Porto de Mós I suggest optional car share from Alcobaca. Try 08:45? And meet at The car park on the opposite sie of the road to Pingo Doce, BP Burger King and Aldi. (39.5465, -8.9710)
The walk is about 13 km and is expected to take about 3.5 hours
Coffee/lunch-after the walk-back in Porto de Mos at Esplanada Jardim*
NB. The flag on the map above shows the car meeting and walk start point.
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