The roads are officially forbidden for pedestrians, a trail led us to a "path" parallel to the road, surefootedness is required and fear of contact with tree and shrub and the one or the other spider web should not be better. You will be rewarded at the end with a gate to a secret garden, as it is in the book, including mini chapel in the middle of a
small lake

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TeeKay

June 18, 2022

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Cool "shortcut" to avoid having to walk down the street. However, it is rather steep and not recommended in wet weather.

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September 4, 2025

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Tapada dos Bichos in Sintra is a forested area located near the Castelo dos Mouros and the Palácio da Pena, known for its natural surroundings and hiking trails.

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Location: Sintra (São Martinho), Lisbon, Portugal

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