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Portugal
Lisbon
Sintra (Santa Maria E São Miguel)

Sintra Historic Centre – Scenic view of Sintra loop from Sintra

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Hiking trails & Routes
Portugal
Lisbon
Sintra (Santa Maria E São Miguel)

Sintra Historic Centre – Scenic view of Sintra loop from Sintra

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Sintra Historic Centre – Scenic view of Sintra loop from Sintra

01:00

2.97km

150m

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: March 16, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais

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Bus stop

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555 m

Sintra Historic Centre

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The historic center of Sintra are a few streets, narrow and full of bars, restaurants, souvenir shops, and especially tourists. It is next to the National Palace, 10 minutes from …

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1.07 km

View of Sintra

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From this vantage point, you have a complete view of Sintra with its colorful palaces, towers, and green hills. The contrast between the dense forests, the rocks, and the scattered …

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3

1.17 km

Church of Santa Maria in Sintra

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The Church of St. Mary is located somewhat away from the main hustle and bustle of Sintra and, with its simple white facade and azulejos tiles, exudes a pleasant tranquility. …

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4

1.30 km

Castle Ramp

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The ramp to the castle winds its way up the hillside in steep switchbacks, offering stunning views of Sintra and the surrounding hills. The ground is sometimes uneven and stony, …

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5

1.49 km

It is wonderful to hike along here; beautiful, magnificent nature awaits you surrounded by castle ruins and romantic palaces.

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6

2.24 km

Scenic view of Sintra

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From this vantage point, you have a complete view of Sintra with its colorful palaces, towers, and green hills. The contrast between the dense forests, the rocks, and the scattered …

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7

2.48 km

National Palace of Sintra

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The Sintra National Palace in the old town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.
Of all the palaces erected throughout the Middle Ages by the Portuguese monarchs, …

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2.85 km

View of Sintra's National Palace

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The Sintra National Palace, also known as Palácio da Vila, is one of Portugal's most iconic monuments and the oldest royal palace in the country. Located in the historic center …

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2.97 km

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Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.22 km

817 m

699 m

200 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.39 km

528 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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