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Porto Formoso Beach – Waterfall and Picnic Area loop from Porto Formoso

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Porto Formoso

Porto Formoso Beach – Waterfall and Picnic Area loop from Porto Formoso

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Porto Formoso Beach – Waterfall and Picnic Area loop from Porto Formoso

00:51

2.85km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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71 m

Moinhos Parking Area

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If you come by car, is well advised to leave the car for the walk and also for the beach visit. In good weather, it is difficult to find a parking space around Moinhos, especially after lunchtime.

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362 m

Moinho Terrace Café

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393 m

Moinhos Beach

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447 m

Porto Formoso Beach

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A trip to the beach, especially after the hike is almost a must. There is a great restaurant right on the beach and this is also guarded. The coarse-grained sand …

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718 m

Waterfall

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The headline already says everything😉

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808 m

Waterfall and Picnic Area

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Here is the trail marker a little confusing. The easiest way is to find a way to the left over the height. One then comes out at the campsite of Moinhos, where you can park well for the beach visit.

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1.90 km

View of Praia dos Moinhos

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For the tour shown, at least good trekking shoes are recommended.

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2.85 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.19 km

1.11 km

296 m

131 m

105 m

Surfaces

1.21 km

1.03 km

357 m

151 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Porto Formoso Beach – Waterfall and Picnic Area loop from Porto Formoso

Moinhos Parking Area

Moinho Terrace Café

Moinhos Beach

Porto Formoso Beach

Waterfall

Waterfall and Picnic Area

View of Praia dos Moinhos

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