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Fonte Grande de Alte

Fonte Grande de Alte

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Fonte Grande de Alte

Recommended by 132 hikers out of 137

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Barrocal

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Location: Alte, Algarve, Portugal

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1. Fontes Village – Fonte Grande de Alte loop from Alte

6.86km

01:54

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Fontes Village – Fonte Pequena, Alte loop from Alte

8.61km

02:19

110m

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

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3. Fontes Village – Fonte Grande de Alte loop from Alte

3.98km

01:06

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Bryan | Exploro Ergo Sum

November 3, 2025

The main attraction in Alte is Fonte Grande, a beautiful natural pool transformed into a bathing area, where the spring gushes forth in cold, crystal-clear water. A stone channel carries the current, crossed by small bridges and staircases that invite you to take a dip.

On hot days, it's the perfect refuge, a haven of coolness and conviviality, with picnic tables, a small restaurant, and the simple charm of the Algarve countryside.

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Theo

April 20, 2024

It's a beautiful, idyllic village. Unfortunately, the trail can't be walked as indicated on the GPX map. Part of the route is now privately owned and fenced off.
You can only walk there, but you'll have to return the same way.

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Bienchen 🐝

December 15, 2016

The place Alte is one of the most beautiful villages in the Algarve. The source is especially worth seeing, because there is always water there. You can barbecue, relax, go for a walk or visit one of the restaurants. In addition, it is possible to cool in the water.

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Bernd S.

September 16, 2018

Beautiful hike through the olive grove▪Bathing possibility▪Visit the old town of Alte on the edge of the tour.

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Elevation 240 m

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1. Fontes Village – Fonte Grande de Alte loop from Alte

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