Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 5, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 19.2 km for 283 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.65 km

Birdwatching boardwalk in Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Highlight • Trail

Everywhere in the Ria Formosa you can observe the many species of birds that have settled in the nature reserve or stop off for a while. There are well-laid out paths everywhere to discover the birdlife.

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3.68 km

View of the lagoon at Ria Formosa Natural Park

Highlight • Lake

4.69 km

Birds observatory

Viewpoint

5.38 km

Birdwatching 🐦 Ancão Estuary, Natural Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great spot to observe birds, but be here very early before the trail gets busy with runners, hikers, and bikers

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7.61 km

Ecovia of Ria Formosa Natural Park

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An enchanting place to relax and admire the most diverse landscapes.
Recommended activities: hiking 🥾 cycling🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚲

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20.0 km

Arco da Vila, Faro

Highlight • Monument

he "City Archway" or "The Gate to the Old Town" was erected at the beginning of the 19th century on a medieval entrance portal by order of Bishop D. Francisco …

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29.4 km

Aeroporto Salt Pans

Highlight • Natural

35.4 km

Ria Formosa Marshlands

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A trip to Loule is a worthwhile destination. A visit to the town's market hall is highly recommended, it's a hustle and bustle and you can find everything from fish to cheese, as well as fruit and ham!

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37.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.9 km

9.43 km

5.26 km

4.20 km

3.00 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.9 km

6.74 km

6.45 km

2.90 km

2.03 km

805 m

Elevation

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Monday 20 April

22°C

15°C

37 %

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Birdwatching boardwalk in Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

View of the lagoon at Ria Formosa Natural Park

Birdwatching 🐦 Ancão Estuary, Natural Park

Ecovia of Ria Formosa Natural Park

Arco da Vila, Faro

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Ria Formosa Marshlands

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