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Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina

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São Torpes
7520-089, Sines

Sines

Between São Torpes and Burgau (Alentejo Coast and Western Algarve), the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park encompasses the municipalities of Sines, Odemira, Aljezur, and Vila do Bispo, as well as a strip of sea approximately 2 kilometers long-running parallel to the coast. Expressions such as "sandy beaches," "rocky coastline," "cliffs and islets," and "veins of water flowing into the sea" used in the same sentence are synonymous with the Vicentine Coast and Southwest Alentejo.

Ilha do Pessegueiro

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Ilha do Pessegueiro
7520, Porto Covo

Sines

An island off the Alentejo coast, near the town of Porto Covo. It is part of the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park. The island houses a fort built by Philip III in 1603.

Monumento Natural das Portas de Ródão

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Vila Ruivas
6030-164, Vila Velha de Ródão

Vila Velha de Ródão

Downstream from Vila Velha de Ródão, the Portas de Ródão (Ródão Gates) is an imposing geological formation where the Tagus River breaks between two steep walls (approximately 170 meters high) into a deep lake, carved by a supposed ancient waterfall that gradually disappeared until the river reached the lake's level. Besides being home to the largest colony of griffon vultures in the country, it is a privileged location for fauna and avifauna research, where 116 bird species can be observed, many of them considered endangered and some rare.

Percurso Pedestre Rota das Invasões (PR1)

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Avenida da Bela Vista
6030, Vila Velha de Ródão

Vila Velha de Ródão

A walking trail approximately eight kilometers long, beginning and ending at the Casa de Artes e Cultura do Tejo. You'll pass through the Serra das Talhadas, visiting several military monuments, the Portas de Rodão, and the Conhal (a monumental group of quartzite blocks).

Serra de Bornes

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Serra de Bornes
5350, Alfândega da Fé

Alfândega da Fé

A mountain range with a maximum altitude of 1,200 meters, located in the extension of the Montesinho mountain range. It's a good option for paragliders and hang gliders.

Caminho Real do Paúl do Mar (PR19)

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Caminho Lombo da Rocha
9370, Prazeres

Calheta

A hiking trail of approximately 1.8 kilometers, starting in Prazeres and ending in Paul do Mar. The descent follows the coast, supported by agricultural stone walls, offering magnificent panoramic views.

Percurso Pedestre da Levada das 25 Fontes (PR6)

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Rabaçal
9370, Rabaçal

Calheta

A 5-kilometer walking trail, which takes 3 to 4 hours, follows Levada do Risco, at an altitude of about 1,000 meters, passing the magnificent Lagoa das 25 Fontes.

Passadiços da Ribeira de Quelhas

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Fragas da Ribeira das Quelhas
3280-201, Castanheira de Pêra

Castanheira de Pêra

Wooden walkways run along the right bank of the Ribeira de Quelhas, near the village of Coentral. The trail has sections of varying difficulty and can be hiked year-round, but is recommended during fall or winter.

Percurso Pedestre do Coentral - Rota dos Neveiros (PR3)

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Coentral
3280, Coentral

Castanheira de Pêra

A hiking trail that leads hikers to Santo António da Neve, named after the former location where snow was collected to supply the Lisbon Court. The views are breathtaking, encompassing not only National Monuments but also the Atlantic Ocean and the Serra da Estrela mountains.

Ilha do Castelo / Ilha dos Amores

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Ilha do Castelo
4550, Castelo

Castelo de Paiva

An island in the middle of the Douro River, with boat transportation during the summer. This uniquely beautiful space features a picnic area, grassy areas, and areas covered with medium-sized trees. It also has a small docking pier.

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