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Portugal
Algarve
Faro (Sé)

Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Bom João

Routes
Portugal
Algarve
Faro (Sé)

Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Bom João

Moderate

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Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Bom João

02:13

33.3km

70m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Ria Formosa-Castro Marim

Zona de Proteção Especial da Ria Formosa

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

12.1 km

Causeway to Praia & Ilha de Faro ⛱️

Highlight • Bridge

It's worth taking the causeway across the Estero Baião to the sandy banks of Ilha de Faro.

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2

12.7 km

Ecovia of Ria Formosa Natural Park

Highlight • Cycleway

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

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3

15.1 km

Boardwalks by the water for cyclists and pedestrians

Highlight • Bridge

Both pedestrians and cyclists are allowed to use these wooden walkways over the dunes 😎

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4

15.2 km

Ria Formosa Natural Park 🌳

Highlight • Natural

Coastal park with excellent firm dirt trails and some board walks on both sides of the lagoon

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5

16.7 km

17.7 km

Birds observatory

Viewpoint

7

18.4 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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8

19.5 km

Ludo 🌊 Baião Tidal Channel, Ria Formosa Natural Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail has a fantastic view. I do recommend to do it in a very early morning by dawn if possible

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9

31.7 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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33.3 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.9 km

7.28 km

5.71 km

2.75 km

2.72 km

Surfaces

16.3 km

6.99 km

3.74 km

2.91 km

2.87 km

549 m

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