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Viana do Castelo
Afife

Ponte da Torre – Forte do Cão loop from Afife

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Viana do Castelo
Afife

Ponte da Torre – Forte do Cão loop from Afife

Moderate

5.0

(3)

9

hikers

Ponte da Torre – Forte do Cão loop from Afife

04:17

15.8km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Litoral Norte

Waypoints

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1

424 m

Chapel With a View of Vila Praia de Âncora

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A highlight that should not be missed on any visit to the region!

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2

4.18 km

Ponte da Torre

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The "ponte da Torre" is a granite bridge built over the Âncora river in the 18th century. It connects Viana do Castelo with Caminha and serves pilgrims as well as …

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3

5.77 km

As long as the boards aren't covered by quicksand, you can comfortably walk along the wooden path here. The Âncora River doesn't form a delta, but rather an S-shaped estuary.

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8.01 km

Forte do Cão

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With the end of the War of Restoration (1640-1668), it was one of four fortresses built on the coast between Caminha and Viana do Castelo with the aim of strengthening …

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10.0 km

Praia de Afife

Viewpoint

6

10.8 km

Esposende Forest Trail

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7

12.9 km

Cabanas Café

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Nice resting place in the green garden directly opposite the monastery. Lots of shade and a small stream flows through. Freshly prepared food is served

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8

12.9 km

Afife River Trail

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The Afife River rises next to the São João de Cabanas convent, which is right next to the road. It is a pleasure to walk through this small section where …

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12.9 km

Convento de São João de Cabanas

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Listed as a historical monument. Founded in 564, the monastery developed enormously in the following centuries, expanding its income and property by acquiring surrounding land. In 1382, the monastery passed …

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15.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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7.10 km

6.29 km

1.59 km

556 m

282 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.68 km

6.43 km

924 m

735 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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