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Experience the best of the Atlantic Coast
Cycling The Atlantic Coast
Cycling the Atlantic coast is a mesmerising adventure that promises diverse landscapes and endless coastal charm from the Algarve all the way to Lisbon. #Lovevelo #LoveCycling #Ridefurther
Cycling the Atlantic Coast
What to Expect on This Trip
This trip travels along the south coast of Portugal taking in the Algarve, along the tracks of the Eurovelo1 and up to Lisbon. You will find places of unparalleled beauty including the Ria Formosa National Park, hidden coves and spectacular scenery as you hug the Atlantic.
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This is a trip that goes from place to place
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Your accommodation will be in great hotels, expertly picked for their locations and surroundings.
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We have a variety of bikes for you to explore the area including flat bar hybrid bikes, e-bikes and road bikes.
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We will provide you with an airport transfer from Faro (and return to Lisbon on request) and luggage transfers to take you belongings from hotel to hotel.
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As part of your cycling adventure, we will provide you with our curated set of digital routes. Just download to your Garmin or Wahoo, or navigate from your phone.
Arrive & Depart At Any Time
Your Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival
Arrive into Faro airport and you will be met by our transfer to take you to our hotel in Faro.
Day 2 - Faro to Albufeira
38km total distance
Today’s ride heads through the Ria Formosa nature reserve, passing by the island of Faro and then through Ludo, Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo. You will pass by Vilamoura Marina before stopping in Albufeira for the night.
Day 3 - Albufeira to Lago
50km total distance
Leaving the city of Albufeira via the Marina, you'll cycle along the beaches of São Rafael, Galé and Salgados. Enjoy views over Praia Grande and explore the Ria Formosa National Park
Day 4 - Lagos to Sagres
57km total distance
You'll visit the Ponta da Piedade, one of the most beautiful places in the Algarve before riding through the small villages of Burgau and Salema. Enjoy the Costa Vicentina, a much quieter area of the Algarve. You'll ride to Sagres on the south west coast where you will stay.
Day 5 - Sagres to Aljezur
60km total distance
From Sagres you'll head to the extreme southwest of Europe, Cabo de São Vicente. We recommend visiting the lighthouse and the fort before continuing your journey north. You'll ride the wild area that leads to Carrapateira, a place of great beauty. Stop by Praia da Bordeira which has a huge beach, especially in low tide and which creates a lagoon. A long and challenging climb leads to the plateau that connects to Arrifana. Before reaching Aljezur, you will pass by one of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve, Praia do Monte Clérigo.
Day 6 - Aljezur to Vila Nova de Milfontes
75km total distance
Leaving Aljezur, you will follow the Aljezur stream towards the coast and Praia da Amoreira. There is a gradual ascent that leads to the plateau connecting the town of Rogil, famous for the cultivation of sweet potatoes. Your ride then continue on mostly flat terrain through agricultural fields, until you reach Maria Vinagre. You'll finish on one of the most famous beaches in the Algarve, Praia de Odeceixe.
Day 7 - Vila Nova de Milfontes to Santo Andre
Start your day by walking along the dunes and beaches north of Vila Nova de Milfontes, such as Praia do Malhão, Praia dos Aivados and Praia do Queimado. After exploring the village, continue along the coast, passing by the port of Sines where you can visit the 15th century fortress with its beautiful view of the bay. You'll finish today in Vila Nova de Santo André.
Day 8 - Santo Andre to Setbual
64km total distance
After crossing Vila Nova de Santo André, you will continue along the Lagoa de Santo André to the beach. It will then pass by Praia de Melides to turn inland towards the village of Melides. Follow the long straights that lead to Pinheiro da Cruz and then to Carvalhal. Continuing on to Lagoa Travessa, you will enter the extensive rice fields that will lead you to Comporta, where you can visit the Rice Museum. Once on the Tróia Peninsula, you'll travel through this magnificent tourist area to Costa da Galé where you'll take the ferry that connects to Setúbal.
Day 9 - Setbual to Lisboa
Start by cycling along the coast towards Portinho da Arrábida on an exciting journey, passing by the famous beaches of Comenda, Figueirinha, Galápos and Galapinhos. Leaving Praia do Portinho da Arrábida, it's time to face the long and demanding climb to Serra da Arrábida. In Casais da Serra, you will leave the main road to enter a dirt road, heading towards Sesimbra. The route does not reach Sesimbra, continuing on to Serra da Azóia. Continuing along Costa da Caparica, you will then arrive at Trafaria, where the ferry will connect to Belém, in Lisbon. This is where your trip will end but we can add nights in Lisbon if you like.
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