São João De Fontoura is a civil parish located within the municipality of Resende, Portugal, characterized by its dramatic topography. The Douro River defines its northern boundary, while the Bestança River flows from the east, with terrain rising sharply to altitudes of up to 650 meters and beyond. This landscape of deep river valleys, rolling hills, and steep slopes provides a diverse setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more. The constant erosion by rivers…
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(40)
181
hikers
7.77km
02:35
360m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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104
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3.16km
01:00
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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84
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3.40km
01:05
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41
hikers
10.1km
03:21
450m
450m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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100
riders
104km
05:25
1,710m
1,710m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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15
riders
54.0km
03:01
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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13
riders
57.1km
03:28
1,440m
1,440m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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47.4km
02:36
950m
950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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56
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39.9km
02:58
840m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
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29.5km
02:20
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
riders
59.1km
04:05
1,040m
1,040m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
59.6km
04:14
1,260m
1,260m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
9.69km
01:06
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.7km
03:43
1,220m
1,220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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7.00km
00:48
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
runners
13.3km
01:41
540m
540m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
34.1km
03:15
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.2km
02:32
660m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.6km
02:42
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
São João De Fontoura offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region's dramatic topography, with river valleys and steep slopes, provides diverse routes for these sports. More than 2,000 visitors have explored routes in this area.
The region features varied elevation, offering both strenuous climbs and gentler paths along rivers. Hikers can find routes that provide panoramic views from elevated vantage points. For detailed options, consult the Hiking around São João De Fontoura guide.
Yes, São João De Fontoura offers routes suitable for various fitness levels. Gentler paths can be found along river areas, while higher altitudes present more challenging terrain. An Easy hikes around São João De Fontoura guide is available for less strenuous options.
Road cyclists can find routes characterized by steep inclines and winding roads, ideal for challenging climbs and exhilarating descents. The terrain rises sharply from riverbanks to altitudes of up to 2,100 feet (650 meters). Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around São João De Fontoura guide.
Touring cyclists can enjoy routes that traverse the beautiful Douro Valley, experiencing the cultural landscape of terraced vineyards and traditional villages. The region's diverse scenery provides a scenic backdrop for cycling. The Cycling around São João De Fontoura guide offers relevant routes.
São João De Fontoura provides various paths suitable for jogging, ranging from riverbanks to higher elevations. The diverse landscape offers different levels of challenge and scenic views. For specific routes, refer to the Running Trails around São João De Fontoura guide.
The region is defined by the Douro River to the north and the Bestança River to the east. The terrain rises sharply from these rivers, reaching altitudes of up to 2,100 feet (650 meters) in Forjães and approximately 2,950 feet (900 meters) towards Pena. This creates a landscape of deep river valleys, rolling hills, and steep slopes.
The scenery is particularly impressive in springtime, when cherry trees are in bloom. This period offers a visually enhanced experience for exploring the region's trails and routes. The landscape transforms with each season, providing different visual experiences.
São João De Fontoura is a popular destination, with more than 2,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The available routes have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers a dedicated guide for mountain biking enthusiasts. The MTB Trails around São João De Fontoura guide provides information on routes suitable for mountain biking in the region's varied terrain.
The official website for the Junta de Freguesia de São João de Fontoura is jf-saojoaodefontoura.pt. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +351 254 878 007.

