Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 8, 2025

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3.42 km

12% climb in Monchique

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nice ramp on this quiet and shady side route - but easy to drive

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7.09 km

Scenic Road in Monchique

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The road winds for kilometers at an altitude of about 500 meters. Simply perfect.

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30.3 km

White Chapel of Monchique

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You can find it directly after the climb. You can visit its interior. Besides being unusual, it's super cool inside. It's a pleasure on hot days.

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31.1 km

Monchique

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Monchique is a picturesque village famous for its alkaline waters. For some it means "sacred mountain" and for others "green garden". Velochique is a bicycle, bakery and beer store.

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38.9 km

Foia Summit

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Alto da Fóia, at 902m above sea level, is the highest point in the Algarve. It is part of the Serra de Monchique massif. On a clear day, the Atlantic Ocean is visible from the summit.

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39.1 km

Cyclist Monument at Fóia

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Tribute monument to cyclists. The winning moment at the end of the climb. This is a very special places for cycling in Portugal. The only other spot to compare is Alto da Torre at Serra da Estrela.

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40.5 km

Foia Summit

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42.0 km

View from the Foia climb

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If you pedal up the Estrada da Fóia towards Monchique, you will not reach the summit, but at the highest point of the road at an altitude of 715 meters, you deserve a little break with a great view.

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47.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.1 km

13.1 km

807 m

Surfaces

46.2 km

596 m

237 m

Elevation

Highest point (880 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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