Top Things to do in Alentejo
What to do and see in Alentejo, Portugal: The Best Biking Trails
Discover the best top things to do in Alentejo, Portugal including Rota Vicentina, Ecopista de Evora - Ramal de Mora, Parque da Paz, Alentejo In Ride, Mata Da Machada.
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1. Rota Vicentina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 221 reviews
Rota Vicentina is a network of walking and cycling trails in SW Portugal. Comprising the Historical Way, the Fishermen's Trail, and 24 Circular Routes, totals 750 km to walk, between the city of Santiago do Cacem and Lagos. The Cycling Trails are over than 1000km, distributed by 38 routes with different dificulty levels. Don't forget to experience some of the programs and activities also available in the regions, from surf lessons, to massages, or to meet the fisherman's family. A little bit of everything is possible!
Reviewed By KathleenR_28 - Port Dover, Canada
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Rota Vicentina. From start (I started in Lagos) to finish (from Porto Covo, I went to Cercal, then Odemira), I went from one outstanding place to another magnificent place. This trail must be one of the most beautiful trails in the world ... rich in amazingness and abundant in nature. Beauty never ends ... from the golden cliffs and fine sandy beaches, to the wildlife and wildflowers that abound, to the wild ocean surfs, the trees, the farm animals .... wow, wow, wow. I must say that there were sections that I had to navigate really carefully, as the path was precarious especially on the hills and cliffs. Some trails were overgrown but I think Portugal wants to keep as many areas as untouched as possible. Countless times along the trail, my spirits were uplifted, I shed many tears silently, for the overwhelming feeling of gratitude to the Creator of this all. Even heading inland, through the cork forests and hills of the Alentejo region, it was the same magnificent experience. I stopped so many times just because I had to enjoy the moment and the beauty around me. I loved each little hamlet and town that I went through. I wished that I had stayed longer in each town to just enjoy its local culture and food. It took me 14 days to finish hiking on this trail and everyday was, indeed, a blessing.
2. Ecopista de Evora - Ramal de Mora
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Eco tour that can be done on foot, by bike or on horseback. Passage through the alentejo landscape, which stands out the forest of cork oaks, the laurissilava forest. Information boards about the flora and fauna along the route
3. Parque da Paz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 397 reviews
Reviewed By vivi_rasia78 - Lisbon, Portugal
Relax, breath, walk, go jogging, get rid of the stress. Parque da Paz is a great place to visit while in Margem Sul. Well structured and clean!
4. Alentejo In Ride
All types of Bike tours, with and without guides Rent of electric and normal bicycles
5. Mata Da Machada
Directly managed by the Crown, the Complexo Real Vale do Zebro was composed by 27 biscuit ovens, wheat warehouses, boarding deck and a tidal mill with 8 grinders- the biggest one on the region- also by a vast surrounding area of pine forest, explored directly by the Crown. After the 1755 earthquake, Vale do Zebro facilities where quite altered. The building belongs to the Marinha Portuguesa.
