Via Algarviana
The Via Algarviana is a long-distance walking route in the Algarve region of southern Portugal. It connects Cabo de São Vicente (Cape of Saint Vincent) in the southwest with Alcoutim in the northeast of the region. The Via Algarviana is suitable for both walking or cycling.
There are also trails branching off the main route such as the one shown on the map below from Aljezur to Marmelete.
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| Via Algarviana Map |
Route
The Via Algarviana passes through Vila do Bispo, Bensafrim, Marmelete, Monchique, Silves, Messines, Alte, Salir, Barranco do Velho, Parises, Cachopo, Vaqueiros, Furnazinhos, Balurcos before arriving in Alcoutim. There are spurs to Lagos, Loule and São Bras do Alportel.
Altogether the entire route is around 300 km in length. The route became fully accredited in 2006.
All the main towns and villages on the route have adequate accommodation and restaurants for tired and hungry hikers. August, due to the heat, is probably best avoided but not impossible.
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| Detailed route maps are available along the way |
Rota Vicentina
The trail also connects with the roughly north-south Rota Vicentina at Cabo de São Vicente and Aljezur.
Further Information
Further information can be found at viaalgarviana.org
If you are thinking of a walking holiday in southern Portugal Walking in the Algarve by Cicerone is an invaluable resource.
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| Detailed information in both Portuguese and English is available on signboards along the route |
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