139.9 miles
Distance
3,713 ft
Climb
-3,861 ft
Descent
337 ft
High Point

Ecovia do Algarve is a coastal route that links Cape St. Vincent (Sagres) in the west point of Algarve and the city of Vila Real de Santo António (V.R.S.A.) in the east border with Spain. It is part of EuroVelo route 1 that links Sagres to the North Cape, in Norway, and is also known as the Atlantic Coast Route.

This route combines trails in protected areas with linking stretches mostly on traffic calmed or car-free routes and it is marked in a number of ways: a blue line on the road, white bicycle symbols painted on the road, yellow-topped grey poles and taller pillars with a map of the route in the locality. But there are long stretches with no way-marking at all, either because the road has been resurfaced, obliterating the on-road signs, or simply the linking between different sections is not complete. The National Road (EN) 125 is a good alternative if no other way is available. This road crosses the Algarve and is well-surfaced with a hard shoulder wide enough for a cyclist, but with intensive traffic and speedy drivers.

About 50% of the route is on unpaved and gravel trails. Sometimes you will also find short sandy and rocky sections or even a couple of single-tracks (beware if you bring a wide trailer).

Detailed Description
Eco/Ciclovia do Litoral Algarvio is a 140 mile less popular intermediate route located near Faro. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route climbs 3,713 ft with a max elevation of 337 ft then descends -3,861 ft.
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  • Riding area
    Faro
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Point to Point
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
More Stats for Eco/Ciclovia do Litoral Algarvio mountain bike route
  • Altitude change
    -150 ft
  • Altitude min
    4 ft
  • Altitude start
    171 ft
  • Altitude end
    20 ft
  • Grade max
    -25%
  • Grade min
    21%
  • Distance climb
    61 miles
  • Distance down
    63 miles
  • Distance flat
    16 miles
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