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The best mountain hikes in Portugal

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Want to explore more of the mountains in Europe? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in Portugal to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in Portugal.

Last updated: December 18, 2025

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1. Ponta de São Lourenço – Estreito Bay loop from Palmeira

7.13km

02:16

270m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Pico Ruivo Summit – View of Pico do Areeiro loop from Lombo de Cima

5.59km

02:11

360m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Risco Waterfall – 25 Fontes Waterfall loop from Prazeres

12.5km

04:30

600m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4. Mount Pico Summit loop from São Caetano

6.70km

05:32

970m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Levada Nova Trail loop from Lombada

8.79km

03:12

390m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6. Lagoa do Vento Waterfall – 25 Fontes Waterfall loop from Prazeres

13.5km

05:19

760m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7. Lagoa do Vento Waterfall – Rabaçal House loop from Prazeres

13.5km

04:20

420m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8. Mountaineering loop from Seara Velha

7.48km

03:27

460m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. Pico do Arieiro – Ninho da Manta Viewpoint loop from Passal

3.75km

01:35

240m

Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Eagle Rock of Porto da Cruz – View of Porto da Cruz loop from Barro

24.5km

08:27

990m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best mountain hikes in Portugal

1. Ponta de São Lourenço – Estreito Bay loop from Palmeira

2. Pico Ruivo Summit – View of Pico do Areeiro loop from Lombo de Cima

3. Risco Waterfall – 25 Fontes Waterfall loop from Prazeres

4. Mount Pico Summit loop from São Caetano

5. Levada Nova Trail loop from Lombada

6. Lagoa do Vento Waterfall – 25 Fontes Waterfall loop from Prazeres

7. Lagoa do Vento Waterfall – Rabaçal House loop from Prazeres

8. Mountaineering loop from Seara Velha

9. Pico do Arieiro – Ninho da Manta Viewpoint loop from Passal

10. Eagle Rock of Porto da Cruz – View of Porto da Cruz loop from Barro

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