National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina
National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina
National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina is a protected coastal region in Portugal, extending over 100 km from Porto Covo to Burgau. This area features a remarkably preserved coastline characterized by rugged cliffs, expansive secluded beaches, and diverse natural features. Inland, the landscape transitions to dunes, river estuaries, woods, and moors. The varied terrain provides a setting for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
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4.7
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1,996
hikers
10.6km
02:47
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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1,191
hikers
14.7km
03:57
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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hikers
15.2km
04:02
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5,754
hikers
22.4km
05:53
160m
160m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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369
runners
14.5km
01:43
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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96
runners
10.3km
01:09
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
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22.9km
02:45
240m
230m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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runners
7.26km
00:51
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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4.5
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255
riders
64.0km
03:02
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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riders
49.8km
03:16
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
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318
riders
73.1km
03:38
890m
890m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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277
riders
63.0km
02:44
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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2
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108km
09:46
930m
930m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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16.7km
01:46
350m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

117km
11:16
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1,290m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
64.6km
04:15
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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304
riders
71.4km
04:37
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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308
riders
18.4km
01:10
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
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178
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36.8km
02:25
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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171
riders
37.9km
02:37
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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128
riders
36.9km
02:44
350m
350m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.3
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102
riders
39.0km
02:55
370m
370m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.4
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21
riders
50.7km
04:16
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.2
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27
riders
42.4km
03:26
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The park features over 1,400 routes for various sports. These routes are rated an average of 4.45 stars by more than 352,000 visitors.
The Rota Vicentina is an extensive network of hiking and cycling trails within the park, spanning over 280 miles (450 kilometers). It includes the challenging Fishermen's Trail along the coast and the more inland Historical Way. The network also features various circular routes suitable for day trips.
The primary hiking trails are the Fishermen's Trail and the Historical Way, both part of the Rota Vicentina. The Fishermen's Trail is a 140-mile (226.5 km) coastal path with 13 sections, known for sandy and steep terrain. The Historical Way is a 163-mile (263 km) inland route, also with 13 sections, passing through villages and rural landscapes. For more information, consult the Hiking around National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina guide.
Yes, the park offers numerous easy hiking options, including shorter circular routes suitable for less strenuous walks. The Historical Way, while long, generally presents easier terrain compared to the coastal Fishermen's Trail. Specific easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina guide.
The park provides several routes suitable for families, often shorter and with less challenging terrain. These trails allow for exploration of the diverse landscapes without excessive difficulty. A dedicated guide, Family-friendly hikes around National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina, is available for planning.
Many trails within the park are dog-friendly, allowing visitors to explore with their pets. It is advisable to keep dogs on a leash and adhere to local regulations regarding protected areas. Information on suitable routes can be found in the Dog-friendly hikes around National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina guide.
The park offers diverse cycling routes for road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. Options range from coastal paths with extensive views to rural roads through villages and cork tree forests. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina and Cycling around National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina provide detailed information.
The park is known for its rugged cliffs, secluded beaches, dunes, and river estuaries. It is the only place globally where white storks nest on coastal rocks. Otters can also be found in marine habitats here, and the park is an important migratory bird passageway, with species like rare fishing eagles and red-billed choughs present.
Komoot features over 1,400 routes within National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina. These routes cover various sports, including hiking, jogging, and different types of cycling. The community has rated these routes with an average of 4.45 stars.
Yes, some routes within the park are accessible via public transport, particularly those connecting to towns and villages. This allows for point-to-point hikes or rides without needing a personal vehicle. The Hikes from bus stations around National Park Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina guide can assist with planning.
Komoot offers several guides for the park, including those for Hiking, Family-friendly hikes, Hikes from bus stations, Running Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Easy hikes, Cycling, Traffic-free bike rides, Dog-friendly hikes, and MTB Trails.
The official website for the park is natural.pt. For direct inquiries, the park can be reached by phone at +351 283 322 735. These resources provide official information and assistance for visitors.

