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Walking routes

Ribatejo is located in the heart of Portugal, some 50 km from Lisbon, and offers visitors excellent cuisine, good wines, rich heritage and typical Portuguese hospitality – all attractions that will guarantee memorable moments.

Boasting a mild climate and some 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, the region has a vast range of architectural heritage that is classified as being of national interest, with examples from many different historical periods.
Its natural heritage is perfect for leisure activities and for contemplating its diverse landscapes.

From the Aire and Candeeiros mountains to the north, to the vast floodplains of the Tagus to the south, there are various options for all those who like to combine discovering nature with open-air activities and moments of great excitement.

For those who like to hike, we suggest 11 walking routes that can offer you a pleasant week’s holiday in touch with nature and the best that Ribatejo has to offer. Each trail can also be taken individually, according to your availability. 
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Walking Routes


RIBEIRA DE MUGE, A NATURAL TREASURE
Distance: 11.3 km; Duration: 4h
Degree of Difficulty: Easy

Alpiarça
THROUGH THE CAVALO DO SORRAIA RESERVE
Distance: 10.2 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Very Easy

CASTRO DE VILA NOVA DE SÃO PEDRO
Distance: 7.3 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Very Easy

LEZÍRIAS ROUTE
Distance: 19.2 km; Duration: 5h;
Degree of Difficulty: Easy

ALONGSIDE THE TAGUS
Distance: 14,6 km Round Trip; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Easy

FROM THE HEATH TO THE BANKS OF THE TAGUS
Distance: 10 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Easy

ROUTES FROM THE VALLEY TO THE GROVE
Distance: 9.7 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Easy

Golegã
PAUL DO BOQUILOBO NATURE RESERVE
Distance: 9.9 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Easy

SERRA DE AIRE E CANDEEIROS NATURE PARK
Distance: 4.5 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Difficult

ESCAROUPIM NATIONAL FOREST
Distance: 8.5 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Very Easy

Santarém
FROM THE SANTARÉM PLATEAU TO THE TAGUS RIVER
Distance: 6.2 km; Duration: 3h;
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate.

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