Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 14, 2026

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Parque Natural do Alvão

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Parking

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1.34 km

Wooden Bridge over the Ôlo River

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2.16 km

Ermelo Village

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View over the slings: the climb is extremely steep and can be very slippery if it is wet or rainy.

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2.92 km

Ôlo River Crossing

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4.27 km

View of Parque Natural do Alvão

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The first half is very difficult, all the way up. The second half is easier. But the landscape and water spots are faboluous.

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5.76 km

View of Fisgas de Ermelo Waterfall

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Absolute stunning view. Best miradouro on the waterfall!

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6.47 km

Ôlo River

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The crystal-clear water invites you to cool off.

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7.90 km

Rocky Trail in Parque Natural do Alvão

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8.91 km

Cancela do Miradouro

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10.1 km

Fisgas de Ermelo Waterfalls

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The waterfall cascades down a steep rock face, formed by large boulders and outcrops of dark and gray stone. The water, a brilliant white color, splits into multiple streams as …

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13.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.59 km

2.68 km

1.40 km

467 m

330 m

Surfaces

9.12 km

2.20 km

772 m

562 m

326 m

Elevation

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Highest point (750 m)

Lowest point (330 m)

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