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Rota Vicentina

Paul Bloomfield
By Paul Bloomfield

  • Distance: 220 km – or shorter segments

  • Duration: 14 days

  • Start/end point: Santiago do Cacém to Cabo de São Vicente

  • Difficulty: Moderate

In Portugal I’d highly recommend the Rota Vicentina, which comprises twin trails running north from the western Algarve through the Alentejo: the inland Historical Way and – my pick – the 226.5km coastal Fishermen’s Trail, traversing ancient cork-oak woods, wildflower-spangled cliffs and charming fishing villages. Both are blessed with good accommodation en route.

At a glance

Destinations

Portugal

Activity
Adventure, Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Culture
Physical Level
Moderate
Duration Duration
14 days

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