Old Well in Penina loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

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Old Well in Penina loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

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Old Well in Penina loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

00:58

2.96km

140m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Barrocal

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12 m

Old Well in Penina

Highlight • Monument

In Penina you will find the beautiful shady rest area in the center and this old well.

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17 m

Shrine of Our Lady of Fátima, Barrocal

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138 m

Penina Village on the Rocha da Pena Trail

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Small village on the Rocha da Pena hiking path. Very beautiful and calm. There is a small cafe and a restaurant.

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881 m

Green-winged Orchid (Anacamptis morio) at Rocha da Pena

Highlight • Natural Monument

Wonderful to look at: the little orchid.

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989 m

Shaded Spot With a View of Rocha da Pena

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It doesn't matter whether it's going there or back. Shade and views invite you to linger.

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1.40 km

Cistus Flowers at Rocha da Pena

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To see in March especially often: blooming rock roses.

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1.43 km

Trig Point and Panoramic View at Rocha da Pena

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This measuring point marks the highest point of the Rocha da Pena at 479 metres above sea level. The view is simply fantastic in clear weather and extends southwards to the Atlantic coast.

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1.49 km

Southern Viewpoint and Trigonometrical Station, Rocha da Pena

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You have to walk through small paths through the thicket to the summit. But the view is wonderful and it's worth it.

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2.96 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.09 km

613 m

229 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.15 km

637 m

172 m

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Old Well in Penina loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

Old Well in Penina

Shrine of Our Lady of Fátima, Barrocal

Penina Village on the Rocha da Pena Trail

Green-winged Orchid (Anacamptis morio) at Rocha da Pena

Shaded Spot With a View of Rocha da Pena

Cistus Flowers at Rocha da Pena

Trig Point and Panoramic View at Rocha da Pena

Southern Viewpoint and Trigonometrical Station, Rocha da Pena

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