Ferragudo Historic Centre – São João do Arade Castle loop from Parchal

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Ferragudo Historic Centre – São João do Arade Castle loop from Parchal

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Ferragudo Historic Centre – São João do Arade Castle loop from Parchal

02:40

10.0km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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320 m

Ferragudo Historic Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Very nice place with many narrow streets and stairs. Today mainly geared towards tourism.

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546 m

Ferragudo Water Taxi Pier

Highlight • Rest Area

A tribute to the lifeguards of Ferragudo. Next to the building there is a small square with benches to linger.

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1.16 km

São João do Arade Castle

Highlight • Castle

Above the beach of Ferragudo rises a picturesque fort that is privately owned.

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1.54 km

Panoramic view of the Rio Arade estuary in Ferragudo

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here you can sit well and watch the hustle and bustle on the river.

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2.28 km

Praia Grande de Ferragudo

Highlight • Beach

Praia Grande is a beach in the parish of Ferragudo, municipality of Lagoa, in the Portuguese Algarve. This coastal zone is one of many beaches that have been given the …

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2.79 km

Access to Cliff Path and Viewpoint Bench

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the cliff path you have a great view towards Portimão. It is somewhat hidden. I recommend sturdy shoes.

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6.57 km

View of the Atlantic Ocean

Highlight • Viewpoint

7.32 km

Praia do Molhe

Highlight • Beach

Small stand at the river mouth. However, the surrounding stands are much more inviting.

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10.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.81 km

3.51 km

1.65 km

1.08 km

Surfaces

2.44 km

2.41 km

2.02 km

1.65 km

1.17 km

346 m

Elevation

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Ferragudo Historic Centre – São João do Arade Castle loop from Parchal

Ferragudo Historic Centre

Ferragudo Water Taxi Pier

São João do Arade Castle

Panoramic view of the Rio Arade estuary in Ferragudo

Praia Grande de Ferragudo

Access to Cliff Path and Viewpoint Bench

View of the Atlantic Ocean

Praia do Molhe

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