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Castelo Branco

Tortosendo

Cântaro Magro – Serra da Estrela loop from Tortosendo

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Mountain biking trails

Portugal

Castelo Branco

Tortosendo

Cântaro Magro – Serra da Estrela loop from Tortosendo

Hard

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Cântaro Magro – Serra da Estrela loop from Tortosendo

05:25

58.0km

1,850m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 45.0 km for 130 m

After 49.9 km for 81 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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23.7 km

View of Unhais da Serra

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Gravel road between Unhais da Serra and Nave de Santo António. Quiet traffic-free climbing.

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28.5 km

Cântaro Magro

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Cântaro Magro is one of the most iconic and spectacular rock formations in the Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain range in mainland Portugal.

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30.0 km

Serra da Estrela

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Beautiful panoramic views from the highest point in Portugal. You can ski here in winter, and there is sometimes snow even in summer.

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30.1 km

Torre (Serra da Estrela Summit)

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This is the HP of mainland Portugal. The short way up is to drive up to the top, park up and walk 50m to the summit and then go and buy some good cheese and meats from the summit shops!

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45.0 km

Varanda dos Carqueijais Viewpoint

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Offering breathtaking views of the southeastern slopes of the Serra da Estrela, Cova da Beira, and the charming city of Covilhã, the Varanda dos Carqueijais, which rises 1,130 meters above …

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52.3 km

Jardim do Lago

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The Jardim do Lago extends around the Lago da Sereia and is a well-kept green area with paths, benches and lush vegetation. Perfect for a break from cycling.

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58.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.2 km

12.0 km

5.61 km

4.89 km

617 m

525 m

209 m

Surfaces

28.9 km

13.7 km

11.1 km

2.11 km

1.68 km

428 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

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Cântaro Magro – Serra da Estrela loop from Tortosendo

View of Unhais da Serra

Cântaro Magro

Serra da Estrela

Torre (Serra da Estrela Summit)

Varanda dos Carqueijais Viewpoint

Jardim do Lago

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