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Silves Castle 🏰 – Arade Dam loop from Silves

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Silves Castle 🏰 – Arade Dam loop from Silves

Hard

4.6

(5)

18

riders

Silves Castle 🏰 – Arade Dam loop from Silves

03:13

50.4km

580m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 29, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 1.58 km for 8 m

After 2.00 km for 8 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.35 km

View of Silves

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

1.86 km

Silves Castle 🏰

Highlight • Castle

A nice little town, with castle.

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3

3.16 km

View from Silves Castle

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4

23.7 km

Parish Church of Saint Bartholomew, Messines

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of São Bartolomeu de Messines was built between the 14th and 15th centuries with baroque elements. It stands out for its decorated entrance porch and the only 16th …

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5

33.3 km

Visigothic Rock-Cut Tombs

Highlight • Historical Site

Here you can find interesting rock tombs from the Gothic period. Cafe Silva opposite is recommended.

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6

36.4 km

Arade Dam

Highlight • Lake

The crest of the dam can be driven on.

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7

37.5 km

From São Bartolomeu de Messines to Silves

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Heavy climb along the barregem de Arade

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B

50.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.0 km

2.34 km

2.01 km

1.13 km

537 m

358 m

Surfaces

43.5 km

5.41 km

1.33 km

135 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (160 m)

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Friday 31 July

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