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Alexandre Albuquerque Square – Praia Municipal Market loop from Praia

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Alexandre Albuquerque Square – Praia Municipal Market loop from Praia

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Alexandre Albuquerque Square – Praia Municipal Market loop from Praia

01:27

5.52km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.66 km

Independence Monument of Cape Verde

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In 1975, the Cape Verde Islands finally gained their independence from Portugal. Shaped by diverse influences from Africa, Europe and Brazil, the local population developed a unique cultural identity over time.

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2

1.99 km

Presidential Palace of Cape Verde

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It was probably spruced up a few years ago.

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2.04 km

Praia Beach

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The Cape Verde Islands are located in the middle of the vast blue of the Central Atlantic and around 460 kilometers off the west coast of Africa. The archipelago consists …

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2.06 km

Monument to Diogo Gomes

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The memorial of this navigator stands at the southern point of the plateau and offers a good view over Praia do Gamboa beach

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2.27 km

Alexandre Albuquerque Square

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Praça Alexandre Albuquerque is the main square of the capital city of Praia, Cape Verde. It is located in the southwestern part of the plateau, the historic city center of …

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2.44 km

Praia Municipal Market

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Beautiful colorful city market in the central pedestrian street

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7

3.81 km

Colorful Stairs

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8

3.83 km

Painted Stairs to Plateau of Praia

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5.52 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.41 km

1.21 km

1.16 km

699 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.95 km

2.31 km

256 m

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